Chief Product Officer, Okta
$376-564k
+ Equity (where applicable) & Bonus
More information about location
Management platform securing resources from cloud to ground
Open for applications
Management platform securing resources from cloud to ground
1001+ employees
Open for applications
$376-564k
+ Equity (where applicable) & Bonus
More information about location
1001+ employees
Company mission
To improve the connections between people and tools to make companies more productive and secure.
Role
Who you are
- We are not looking for someone who checks every single box - we’re looking for lifelong learners and people who can make us better with their unique experiences
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or other technical fields
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in product management, with a track record of successfully launching and scaling enterprise-grade SaaS, IaaS, or PaaS products
- Previous experience in a developer-focused SaaS product is required
- Experience in Customer Identity (CIAM) is preferred but not mandatory
- Minimum of 10 years in product leadership roles within the digital identity, cybersecurity, or cloud computing space, demonstrating strong leadership and communication skills. Scope inclusive of product management, product design and user research
- Demonstrated ability to effectively engage with customers, partners and other external stakeholders at various levels of hierarchy, from C-level executives to technical individuals
- Strategic thinker with a data-driven and customer-centric approach to product development and decision-making
- Proven track record building and marketing through Product and Sales led motions
- Deep understanding of technology trends, market dynamics, and regulatory requirements impacting digital identity, cybersecurity, and cloud computing
- Experience working in a fast-paced, high-growth; remote environment; prior experience in a publicly listed company is a plus
What the job involves
- This role is responsible for setting the product vision and strategy of the Auth0 by Okta product, with a mission to free any consumer or SaaS app user to safely use any technology
- Develop and execute the product vision and strategy aligned with the company's overall objectives, while considering build, buy, and partner decisions. Evaluate opportunities to develop new capabilities internally, acquire relevant technology or companies, or establish strategic partnerships to enhance our Customer Identity SaaS product portfolio
- Lead and mentor a diverse, fully remote team of over 100 professionals across product management, design, research, and developer relations, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence
- Collaborate closely with sales, marketing, customer success, and other cross-functional teams to drive product adoption, revenue growth, and customer satisfaction. Assess partnership opportunities to expand market reach and drive customer acquisition
- Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of product initiatives, iterating and optimizing based on insights and feedback. Leverage data and market insights in collaboration with strategy and competitive intelligence teams to inform product strategy
- Stay abreast of customer, industry trends, competitive landscape, and regulatory developments related to digital identity. Gather feedback directly through consistent engagements with external stakeholders including customers, industry analysts, media, partners, and industry bodies
- Represent the company as a thought leader in the digital identity space, participating in industry events, conferences, and customer engagements. Build strategic relationships with industry leaders, technology partners, and potential acquisition targets to drive product innovation and market leadership
- Represent the Customer Identity product strategy and roadmap within Okta's Executive Staff
Our take
Okta started off as an identity company where organisations, large and small, could tap into the company to have a single sign-on interface to access all cloud applications now centralised. Okta has since expanded to provide identity management at the device as well as the server level.
The new approach towards network security is increasingly based on identification and authentication, and Okta is on track to become the go-to vendor in the space. They aim to do so by developing products that enable people to access applications and other tools more smoothly and securely than ever before.
Okta has taken strides towards expansion through significant employee growth and shuffling executive leadership. The company has also made lateral moves such as tackling governance concerns, opening up new paths for revenue.
Freddie
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
Few candidates hear
back within 2 weeks
19% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (last 2 of 7 rounds)
Sep 2015
$75m
SERIES F
Jun 2014
$75m
SERIES E
Total funding: $229.3m
Company benefits
- Work from home opportunities
- Health + Wellness
- Financial Benefits
- Pay + Incentives
- Time Off
- Everyday Living
- Resources
Company values
- Love our customers
- Never stop innovating
- Act with integrity
- Be transparent
- Empower our people
Company HQ
The East Cut, San Francisco, CA
Articles
Leadership
Todd McKinnon
(CEO)VP of Development at Salesforce.com and has nearly a decade of experience in various engineering and leadership roles at PeopleSoft.
Frederic Kerrest
(Vice Chairman)Worked in Sales and Business Development at Salesforce.com, and previously co-founded high-tech consulting firm Meridian Global Solutions.
People progressing
Joined as Senior Manager, Recruiting EMEA and promoted to Director, Recruiting EMEA after 3 years. Promoted again to Senior Director, Recruiting EMEA after another 3 years.
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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Okta
- Workforce: We believe in recruiting diverse talent to create balanced teams
- Workplace: We support and empower employees to be authentic and grow through open conversations and education
- Marketplace: We go to market and sell to diverse audiences
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