Program Manager, ISV Ecosystem

Empleora; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 162,000 - 222,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Health benefits

Paid leave

Job summary

Okta is seeking a seasoned Program Manager to maximize platform value through integration breadth and depth within a cross-functional team. You will lead governance across Okta and Auth0 product investments, marketing enablement, and open standards.

You will orchestrate high-visibility programs, report to C-levels, and drive accountability across multiple workstreams. A strong background in enterprise software and strategic communication is essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 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

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

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional leadership

AI-driven processes

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Strategic planning

Communication skills

Enterprise software

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Secure Every Identity, from AI to Human
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.

What you’ll be doing:

• 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

What you’ll bring to the role:

• 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

Preferred Qualifications:

• 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)

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The annual base salary range for this position for candidates located in the San Francisco Bay area is between: $162,000 — $222,000 USD.

Below is the annual base salary range for candidates located in California (excluding San Francisco Bay Area), Colorado, Illinois, New York and Washington. Your actual base salary will depend on factors such as your skills, qualifications, experience, and work location. In addition, Okta offers equity (where applicable), bonus, and benefits, including health, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), flexible spending account, and paid leave (including PTO and parental leave) in accordance with our applicable plans and policies. To learn more about our Total Rewards program please visit: https://rewards.okta.com/us.

The annual base salary range for this position for candidates located in California (excluding San Francisco Bay Area), Colorado, Illinois, New York, and Washington is between: $144,000 — $198,000 USD.

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