Program Manager, ISV Ecosystem
Okta is hiring a Program Manager, ISV Ecosystem in Chicago, New York and San Francisco, United States. It pays $162k-$222k a year and Level rates it ; you can apply on Okta.
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- On Level's scale, this role is Little AI ●○○○: aI is not part of the work.
- The posting mentions program management, ecosystem management and cross functional leadership among its tools and skills.
- Level classes it as a senior role.
- Okta has 389 other open roles on Level.
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Program Manager leading the ISV Ecosystem team to expand SaaS integrations and identity standards across product areas.
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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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.
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Program Manager, ISV Ecosystem at Okta rates 30 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.
Little AI. AI is not part of the work.
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