Their vacations plan and work life balance sucks in Canada - Staff Software Developer Okta Employee Review

1.0
Nov 26, 2021
Recommend
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Pros

They pay a good base salary + RSU's in Canada

Cons

In Canada, they don't offer unlimited vacations. The 3 weeks vacations are also hard to take due to the burden of work and constant pushback from managers. In Pandemic this is really impacting employees' mental health. Furthermore, they don't have RRSP matching in Canada. Having these available in the US and not in Canada is odd.

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5.0
May 26, 2026
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Pros

Well-structured and highly organized. Lots of learning and growth opportunities, autonomy and ownership. Companywide AI trainings and certification. Great people

Cons

Two-year limit on contractors and not a lot of headcount to convert contractors to FTE

1.0
Jun 4, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Smart, talented, and supportive colleagues. Interesting products and the opportunity to work on technology that impacts many customers. Good work-life balance in most teams. Collaborative culture with opportunities to learn from experienced peers. Strong brand recognition and valuable experience for your resume

Cons

Cons Recognition is lacking, especially for individual contributors. Strong performance and consistent delivery do not necessarily translate into career advancement, promotions, or meaningful salary increases. Growth opportunities appear limited for ICs, while management roles seem to receive a greater share of advancement and compensation opportunities. After several years, many individual contributors may find themselves reaching a career plateau with few clear paths for progression. If career growth, promotion opportunities, and compensation advancement are important priorities, it may be worth evaluating other opportunities once you’ve gained experience here

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