Program Manager, ISV Ecosystem

Okta•San Francisco, CA

14h•$144,000 - $222,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Identity is the key to unlocking the potential of AI. Okta secures AI by building the trusted, neutral infrastructure that enables organizations to safely embrace this new era. This work requires a relentless drive to solve complex challenges with real-world stakes. We are looking for builders and owners who operate with speed and urgency and execute with excellence. This is an opportunity to do career-defining work. We're all in on this mission. If you are too, let's talk. The ISV Ecosystem team sits within the Okta Products and Technology organization and is focused on expanding our breadth and depth of SaaS integrations across both Okta Workforce and Auth0 product areas, a C-level priority for the company. Our team ensures SaaS ISVs (independent software vendors) have the knowledge, tools, and incentives to build integrations that extend our core product functionality. We are driving the formation and adoption of new identity standards focused on building an interconnected and secure AI ecosystem. Okta’s ecosystem is a core differentiator, and developing a scalable approach to ecosystem development will be a critical driver of our next stage of growth. As Program Manager, you will maximize platform value through integration breadth and depth. You will lead a high-visibility, cross-functional program spanning Okta and Auth0 product investments, marketing, technical enablement, and open standards.

Requirements

6-8+ years in management consulting, business operations, or GTM/Product-centric roles
Proven success managing complex, high-stakes cross-functional initiatives in fast-paced environments
Strong technical and financial acumen with the ability to master new domains quickly
Superior written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distill complex ideas for any audience
Exceptional ability to apply structure and clarity to ambiguous situations
Proven ability to drive results across multiple workstreams simultaneously, with minimal supervision
Track record of building trusted relationships with cross-functional leaders.
High EQ and IQ. Solution oriented, data driven, learning mindset.
High ethical standards and ability to exercise sound judgment.
Practical expertise in enterprise software and highly integrated technology products
Bachelor’s degree required

Nice To Haves

Experience collaborating with senior Product and Engineering leadership on C-level programs
Direct GTM or Product Operations experience
Deep knowledge of platform business models and the enterprise security landscape
STEM or business-related degree (e.g., Computer Science, Engineering, Economics, Business)

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end program governance including defining operational rhythms, milestones, success metrics, and risk mitigation strategies
Scale program impact using sophisticated program management methodologies, frameworks, and tools to drive efficiency across the organization
Leverage AI to enhance our program management methodology by defining, building, and documenting AI-driven processes to increase overall program efficiency and effectiveness
Own reporting for C-level executives and cross-functional leadership and drive broader evangelization of program vision, goals, and progress throughout Okta
Orchestrate cross-functional meetings, define clear agendas and objectives, document decisions and next steps, and drive stakeholder accountability
Perform ad-hoc analyses to support critical strategic initiatives