Okta

About Okta

Secure identity management from cloud to ground

🏢 Tech👥 1001+ employees📅 Founded 2009📍 The East Cut, San Francisco, CA💰 $229.3m3.7
B2BSecurityInternal toolsSaaSIdentity

Key Highlights

  • Public company (NASDAQ: OKTA) - strong equity potential
  • Over 1000 employees with significant growth trajectory
  • $229.3 million raised in Series E funding
  • Provides identity management solutions for cloud applications

Okta (NASDAQ: OKTA) is a leading identity management platform headquartered in The East Cut, San Francisco, CA. With over 1000 employees, Okta provides secure single sign-on solutions for organizations of all sizes, enabling seamless access to cloud applications. The company has raised $229.3 millio...

🎁 Benefits

Okta offers flexible work-from-home opportunities, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, and financial incentives including stock options. Emplo...

🌟 Culture

Okta fosters a culture focused on security and innovation, emphasizing the importance of identity management in today's digital landscape. The company...

Okta

Operations Manager Lead

OktaSan Francisco - On-Site

Posted 1w ago🏛️ On-SiteLeadOperations Manager📍 San Francisco💰 $251,000 - $345,000 / yearly
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Skills & Technologies

Overview

Okta is seeking a Director of Research and Development Operations to lead strategic initiatives and ensure alignment across Engineering, Product, and Design teams. You'll leverage your operational expertise to enhance business rhythms and executive engagements. This role requires strong leadership and communication skills.

Job Description

Who you are

You have a proven track record in operational leadership, ideally with 5+ years of experience in a technology-driven environment. Your ability to translate complex technical progress into clear, data-driven narratives makes you an invaluable asset in the boardroom. You thrive in collaborative settings, working closely with C-suite executives and cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiatives forward.

Your owner mentality and bias toward action enable you to manage the end-to-end lifecycle of leadership meetings effectively. You understand the importance of detail and are committed to ensuring that all aspects of executive engagements are meticulously prepared and aligned with the highest-priority outcomes. You are a lifelong learner who embraces diverse perspectives and experiences, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement.

Desirable

Experience in identity management or cybersecurity is a plus, as is familiarity with agile methodologies. You are comfortable navigating complex organizational structures and can influence decision-making at all levels. Your strong communication skills allow you to articulate strategies and outcomes clearly, fostering trust and collaboration among stakeholders.

What you'll do

In this role, you will define and manage the operational processes that keep the Okta Research and Development teams aligned with the Go-To-Market strategy. You will orchestrate leadership meetings, ensuring that all participants are prepared and focused on key outcomes. Your strategic insights will help shape the direction of the ORD, driving efficiency and effectiveness across teams.

You will work closely with Engineering, Product, and Design teams to operationalize business rhythms, ensuring that all teams are aligned and delivering on their commitments. Your role will involve analyzing data to inform decision-making and presenting findings to the leadership team. You will also be responsible for identifying opportunities for process improvements and implementing best practices across the organization.

What we offer

At Okta, we offer a collaborative and inclusive work environment where diverse perspectives are valued. You will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in the identity management space, contributing to a mission that empowers individuals and organizations to securely access the tools they need. We provide competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. Join us in building a world where identity belongs to everyone.

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