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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.
COMPANY DESCRIPTION
Okta is the foundation for secure connections between people and technology. By harnessing the power of the cloud, Okta allows people to access applications on any device at any time, while allowing for strong security protection. The Okta service integrates directly with an organization’s existing directories and identity systems, as well as 6,500+ applications.
Because Okta runs on an integrated platform, organizations can implement Okta quickly at large scale and low total cost.
Thousands of customers, including Adobe, Allergan, Chiquita, LinkedIn, and Western Union, trust Okta to help their organizations work faster, boost revenue, and stay secure.
JOB PURPOSE
In this role, you will be tasked with providing hands-on implementation and deployment services to our customers. We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and hands-on leader who can rapidly learn the Okta platform, our technology and the value proposition that we bring to customers of all sizes. You will lead multiple concurrent customer deployment projects with the number one goal to ensure long-term customer success. Additionally you will engage with the full Customer Success team in order to assure a smooth transition post-deployment to the support/maintenance phases. Finally, you will also be responsible for the continuous improvement of delivery processes and methods.
Duties and responsibilities:
- Work hands on with Okta customers, primarily in a post-sales role, to provide innovative consulting services.
- Gather, analyze, and document post-sales requirements.
- Communicate to customers and partners at the technical and/or functional level appropriate for the situation.
- Be dedicated to providing excellent design and deployment solutions resulting in extraordinary customer satisfaction.
- Be prompt and deliver high quality service and leadership to align with customer goals and requests.
- Manage project scope, schedule, status, and documentation.
- Mentor and train customers on the service.
- Act as a liaison between Customers and Product Management to drive product development.
- Lead interaction and collaboration with other Okta teams such as Engineering and Support as needed to address escalated issues.
- Interact with management and other roles within the customer organization and Okta.
- Collaborate with the sales team on existing customers up-sell and cross-sell opportunities.
- Perform hands on technical design, configuration, and troubleshooting of the Okta service.
- Shape and Influence Okta’s growth and scalability, by designing new offerings, and finding new ways to deliver amazing customer satisfaction.
- Manage multiple concurrent deployment projects.
- Apply knowledge of technologies and protocols to support identity federation and robust access control models, such as SAML 2.0, WS-Federation, OAuth, and OpenID Connect.
- While providing customer service, apply knowledge of cloud architectures as well as complex enterprise on-premise IT landscapes.
- You will use your SaaS deployment experience with applications such as Salesforce, Box, Office 365, Workday and HR as master for identities.
- Apply software development experience (Java, Ruby, .Net, PHP, REST/JSON, etc) when working with customers.
- Utilize knowledge of typical enterprise identity life cycle management processes and standards.
- Apply experience with JavaScript and one of the major JavaScript MVC frameworks (Backbone, Angular, Ember, React, etc.) when working on customer integrations.
- May provide mentoring, guidance, and expertise to less experienced team members.
- Ensure quality and time management processes are followed by team (e.g., change controls, time tracking).
- Commit to and use a knowledge repository for deployment standard methodologies and other customer ideas as continuous improvement.
- 25% future travel required to customer sites.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years experience as a technical consultant delivering solutions to external customers.
- Software development experience (Java, Ruby, .Net, PHP, REST/JSON, etc).
- Some knowledge of enterprise web technologies, security and cutting-edge infrastructures.
- Experience with JavaScript and one of the major JavaScript MVC frameworks (Backbone, Angular, Ember, React, etc.)
- Familiar with API management using Mulesoft, Axway or Apigee preferred.
- Ability to work independently and multi-functionally supporting the development of client work you're doing.
- General knowledge of cloud architectures as well as complex enterprise on-premise IT landscapes.
- Knowledge of typical enterprise identity life cycle management processes and standards.
- SaaS deployment experience: Salesforce, Box, Office 365, Workday and HR as master for identities preferred.
- Ability to Multi-task and manage multiple customer engagements is a requirement.
- Able and willing to be a hands-on contributor.
- Superb communication skills, including issue tracking, triaging and crisis management.
- Experience in Process Improvement, Decision-making, Managing Processes, Planning, Analyzing Information and Developing Standards.
NICE TO HAVE
- Experience in designing and implementing security and identity management solutions to support critical systems and business programs.
- Experience with technologies and protocols to support identity federation and robust access control models (e.g., SAML 2.0, WS-Federation, OAuth, OpenID Connect).
- AD and LDAP experience is preferred.
- Experience with popular AI tools (e.g. Gemini, Claude, ChatGPT, etc.).
PROBLEM SOLVING
- Exhibits confidence and an extensive knowledge of emerging industry practices when solving business problems.
- Asks probing questions to elicit facts and clarify a situation.
- Identifies critical issues with ease.
- Engages appropriate resources to obtain information, seek suggestions and acquire assistance.
- Pushes creative thinking beyond the boundaries of existing industry practices and customer mindsets.
COMMUNICATION
- Communicates with internal and external customers and all levels of management.
- Effectively communicate technical information to non-technical audiences.
- Delivers informative, well-organized presentations.
- Understands how to communicate difficult/sensitive information thoughtfully.
- Uses active listening skills to figure out and understand the customer's business goals, objectives and priorities.
TEAM AND CUSTOMER INTERACTION
- Facilitates effective team interaction.
- Communicates effectively with customers to identify needs and evaluate alternative technical solutions with customers.
- Continually seeks opportunities to increase customer satisfaction and deepen client relationships.
- Manages client expectations effectively.
Education
A Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science, Information Technology or related discipline required.
LOCATION
LI-Remote
COMPENSATION
The OTE range for this position for candidates located in the San Francisco Bay area is between: $176,000—$264,000 USD
Below is the annual On Target Compensation (OTE) range for candidates located in California (excluding San Francisco Bay Area), Colorado, Illinois, New York and Washington. Your actual OTE, which is inclusive of base salary and incentive compensation, will depend on factors such as your skills, qualifications, experience, and work location. In addition, Okta offers equity (where applicable) 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.
The annual OTE range for this position for candidates located in California (excluding San Francisco Bay Area), Colorado, Illinois, New York, and Washington is between: $157,000—$235,000 USD
THE OKTA EXPERIENCE
- Supporting Your Well-Being
- Driving Social Impact
- Developing Talent and Fostering Connection + Community
We are intentional about connection. Our global community, spanning over 20 offices worldwide, is united by a drive to innovate. Your journey begins with an immersive, in-person onboarding experience designed to accelerate your impact and connect you to our mission and team from day one.
Okta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, marital status, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a protected veteran. We also consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and convictions records, consistent with applicable laws.
If reasonable accommodation is needed to complete any part of the job application, interview process, or onboarding please use this Form to request an accommodation.
Notice for New York City Applicants & Employees: Okta may use Automated Employment Decision Tools (AEDT), as defined by New York City Local Law 144, that use artificial intelligence, machine learning, or other automated processes to assist in our recruitment and hiring process. In accordance with NYC Local Law 144, if you are an applicant or employee residing in New York City, please
Okta is committed to complying with applicable data privacy and security laws and regulations. For more information, please see our Personnel and Job Candidate Privacy Notice at https://www.okta.com/legal/personnel-policy/.
INTRODUCTION
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.
COMPANY DESCRIPTION
Okta is the foundation for secure connections between people and technology. By harnessing the power of the cloud, Okta allows people to access applications on any device at any time, while allowing for strong security protection. The Okta service integrates directly with an organization’s existing directories and identity systems, as well as 6,500+ applications.
Because Okta runs on an integrated platform, organizations can implement Okta quickly at large scale and low total cost.
Thousands of customers, including Adobe, Allergan, Chiquita, LinkedIn, and Western Union, trust Okta to help their organizations work faster, boost revenue, and stay secure.
JOB PURPOSE
In this role, you will be tasked with providing hands-on implementation and deployment services to our customers. We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and hands-on leader who can rapidly learn the Okta platform, our technology and the value proposition that we bring to customers of all sizes. You will lead multiple concurrent customer deployment projects with the number one goal to ensure long-term customer success. Additionally you will engage with the full Customer Success team in order to assure a smooth transition post-deployment to the support/maintenance phases. Finally, you will also be responsible for the continuous improvement of delivery processes and methods.
Duties and responsibilities:
- Work hands on with Okta customers, primarily in a post-sales role, to provide innovative consulting services.
- Gather, analyze, and document post-sales requirements.
- Communicate to customers and partners at the technical and/or functional level appropriate for the situation.
- Be dedicated to providing excellent design and deployment solutions resulting in extraordinary customer satisfaction.
- Be prompt and deliver high quality service and leadership to align with customer goals and requests.
- Manage project scope, schedule, status, and documentation.
- Mentor and train customers on the service.
- Act as a liaison between Customers and Product Management to drive product development.
- Lead interaction and collaboration with other Okta teams such as Engineering and Support as needed to address escalated issues.
- Interact with management and other roles within the customer organization and Okta.
- Collaborate with the sales team on existing customers up-sell and cross-sell opportunities.
- Perform hands on technical design, configuration, and troubleshooting of the Okta service.
- Shape and Influence Okta’s growth and scalability, by designing new offerings, and finding new ways to deliver amazing customer satisfaction.
- Manage multiple concurrent deployment projects.
- Apply knowledge of technologies and protocols to support identity federation and robust access control models, such as SAML 2.0, WS-Federation, OAuth, and OpenID Connect.
- While providing customer service, apply knowledge of cloud architectures as well as complex enterprise on-premise IT landscapes.
- You will use your SaaS deployment experience with applications such as Salesforce, Box, Office 365, Workday and HR as master for identities.
- Apply software development experience (Java, Ruby, .Net, PHP, REST/JSON, etc) when working with customers.
- Utilize knowledge of typical enterprise identity life cycle management processes and standards.
- Apply experience with JavaScript and one of the major JavaScript MVC frameworks (Backbone, Angular, Ember, React, etc.) when working on customer integrations.
- May provide mentoring, guidance, and expertise to less experienced team members.
- Ensure quality and time management processes are followed by team (e.g., change controls, time tracking).
- Commit to and use a knowledge repository for deployment standard methodologies and other customer ideas as continuous improvement.
- 25% future travel required to customer sites.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years experience as a technical consultant delivering solutions to external customers.
- Software development experience (Java, Ruby, .Net, PHP, REST/JSON, etc).
- Some knowledge of enterprise web technologies, security and cutting-edge infrastructures.
- Experience with JavaScript and one of the major JavaScript MVC frameworks (Backbone, Angular, Ember, React, etc.)
- Familiar with API management using Mulesoft, Axway or Apigee preferred.
- Ability to work independently and multi-functionally supporting the development of client work you're doing.
- General knowledge of cloud architectures as well as complex enterprise on-premise IT landscapes.
- Knowledge of typical enterprise identity life cycle management processes and standards.
- SaaS deployment experience: Salesforce, Box, Office 365, Workday and HR as master for identities preferred.
- Ability to Multi-task and manage multiple customer engagements is a requirement.
- Able and willing to be a hands-on contributor.
- Superb communication skills, including issue tracking, triaging and crisis management.
- Experience in Process Improvement, Decision-making, Managing Processes, Planning, Analyzing Information and Developing Standards.
NICE TO HAVE
- Experience in designing and implementing security and identity management solutions to support critical systems and business programs.
- Experience with technologies and protocols to support identity federation and robust access control models (e.g., SAML 2.0, WS-Federation, OAuth, OpenID Connect).
- AD and LDAP experience is preferred.
- Experience with popular AI tools (e.g. Gemini, Claude, ChatGPT, etc.).
PROBLEM SOLVING
- Exhibits confidence and an extensive knowledge of emerging industry practices when solving business problems.
- Asks probing questions to elicit facts and clarify a situation.
- Identifies critical issues with ease.
- Engages appropriate resources to obtain information, seek suggestions and acquire assistance.
- Pushes creative thinking beyond the boundaries of existing industry practices and customer mindsets.
COMMUNICATION
- Communicates with internal and external customers and all levels of management.
- Effectively communicate technical information to non-technical audiences.
- Delivers informative, well-organized presentations.
- Understands how to communicate difficult/sensitive information thoughtfully.
- Uses active listening skills to figure out and understand the customer's business goals, objectives and priorities.
TEAM AND CUSTOMER INTERACTION
- Facilitates effective team interaction.
- Communicates effectively with customers to identify needs and evaluate alternative technical solutions with customers.
- Continually seeks opportunities to increase customer satisfaction and deepen client relationships.
- Manages client expectations effectively.
Education
A Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science, Information Technology or related discipline required.
LOCATION
LI-Remote
COMPENSATION
The OTE range for this position for candidates located in the San Francisco Bay area is between: $176,000—$264,000 USD
Below is the annual On Target Compensation (OTE) range for candidates located in California (excluding San Francisco Bay Area), Colorado, Illinois, New York and Washington. Your actual OTE, which is inclusive of base salary and incentive compensation, will depend on factors such as your skills, qualifications, experience, and work location. In addition, Okta offers equity (where applicable) 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.
The annual OTE range for this position for candidates located in California (excluding San Francisco Bay Area), Colorado, Illinois, New York, and Washington is between: $157,000—$235,000 USD
THE OKTA EXPERIENCE
- Supporting Your Well-Being
- Driving Social Impact
- Developing Talent and Fostering Connection + Community
We are intentional about connection. Our global community, spanning over 20 offices worldwide, is united by a drive to innovate. Your journey begins with an immersive, in-person onboarding experience designed to accelerate your impact and connect you to our mission and team from day one.
Okta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, marital status, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a protected veteran. We also consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and convictions records, consistent with applicable laws.
If reasonable accommodation is needed to complete any part of the job application, interview process, or onboarding please use this Form to request an accommodation.
Notice for New York City Applicants & Employees: Okta may use Automated Employment Decision Tools (AEDT), as defined by New York City Local Law 144, that use artificial intelligence, machine learning, or other automated processes to assist in our recruitment and hiring process. In accordance with NYC Local Law 144, if you are an applicant or employee residing in New York City, please
Okta is committed to complying with applicable data privacy and security laws and regulations. For more information, please see our Personnel and Job Candidate Privacy Notice at https://www.okta.com/legal/personnel-policy/.
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Align your credentials to Okta's stack
Okta Technician roles frequently require hands-on experience with identity and access management platforms. Certifications like Okta Certified Professional or Administrator signal direct product familiarity and give your application a concrete technical anchor beyond a general IT background.
Target Technician requisitions flagged for sponsorship
Not every open Technician role at Okta is cleared for visa sponsorship. Filter job listings explicitly by sponsorship eligibility before applying. Use Migrate Mate to browse Okta's verified sponsoring Technician openings without sorting through roles that won't move your case forward.
Confirm your OPT timeline before applying
If you're on F-1 OPT, verify how many months remain before you submit applications. Okta's hiring cycle for Technician roles can run eight to twelve weeks, and you'll need enough OPT runway to start and allow H-1B cap filing if your start date aligns with the October 1 cap season.
Understand how TN status applies to your role
Canadian and Mexican nationals can enter on TN status for qualifying computer-related technician functions without waiting for the H-1B lottery. Confirm the specific job duties in Okta's offer letter map to an eligible TN category before the offer stage, since DOL-defined role descriptions determine eligibility.
Request a pre-offer sponsorship conversation early
Okta's technical recruiting teams are accustomed to sponsorship discussions, but waiting until the offer stage to raise it creates unnecessary friction. Bring it up after your second or third interview round, when mutual interest is established and the conversation carries more weight.
Prepare for PERM documentation specific to your background
If Okta pursues a Green Card through PERM for your Technician role, DOL requires proof that no qualified U.S. worker was available. Gather performance reviews, certifications, and employment history now so your attorney can build a clean record without delays tied to missing documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Okta sponsor H-1B visas for Technicians?
Yes, Okta sponsors H-1B visas for Technician roles. Okta has a well-established sponsorship process for technical positions, and H-1B is among the visa types it uses for this function. You'll want to confirm sponsorship availability on the specific job posting, as eligibility can vary by role level and location.
How do I apply for Technician jobs at Okta?
Applications go through Okta's careers portal, where Technician roles are listed by location and team. Before applying, filter for positions that explicitly support visa sponsorship. You can also browse verified Okta Technician openings filtered for sponsorship eligibility on Migrate Mate, which surfaces only roles where international candidates are actively considered.
Which visa types does Okta commonly use for Technician roles?
Okta sponsors Technician roles across several visa categories, including H-1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, TN visa, and EB-2/EB-3 immigrant visas. H-1B is the most common path for full-time hires. F-1 OPT and CPT are used for early-career and student placements. TN visa is an option for Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying technical roles.
What qualifications does Okta expect for Technician positions?
Okta Technician roles typically require a background in IT systems, networking, or identity management, often backed by a bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field. Hands-on experience with cloud platforms, endpoint management, or access control systems is weighted heavily. Okta-specific certifications strengthen your application and signal readiness to work within their product environment.
How do I understand the H-1B filing timeline if I receive an Okta offer?
H-1B cap-subject filings open in March for an October 1 start date. If Okta extends an offer outside that window, you may start on OPT or another status while waiting for the next registration cycle. USCIS selects registrations by lottery, so Okta would file your petition only if selected. Premium processing is available through USCIS and typically resolves within 15 business days.