Open as of July 28, 2026

Principal Program Manager, Technology, Data, and Intelligence

oktaSan Francisco, California

Why you can apply for this one

Healthcare benefits are included.

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 Technology, Data, and Intelligence Team

Okta is the leading independent identity provider. The Technology, Data, and Intelligence (TDI) organization is the engine that powers Okta's global workforce, providing the technology and systems that enable our employees to do their best work.

As Okta continues to scale AI across the enterprise, we are seeking a highly technical, strategic, and execution-focused Principal Program Manager to lead complex, cross-functional programs across Technology, Data, and Intelligence (TDI).

The Principal Program Manager, Technology, Data, and Intelligence Opportunity

The initial focus of this role will be driving strategic AI programs that accelerate enterprise AI adoption, AI for Growth, and AI platform maturity. Over time, this role will support other high-priority technology initiatives across TDI as business priorities evolve.

You will partner across Engineering, Product, Infrastructure, Security, Data, Finance, and Business teams to align strategy, establish scalable operating models, and drive predictable execution across large, interconnected programs.

What You’ll Be Doing

AI Transformation & Adoption

Lead strategic AI initiatives focused on accelerating enterprise AI adoption and AI for Growth.
Partner with Engineering, Product, Infrastructure, Security, Data, and Business leaders to identify, prioritize, and deliver high-impact AI capabilities.
Drive adoption of AI platforms, AI agents, MCPs, developer tooling, and automation capabilities while measuring business impact and ROI.
Build and execute multi-year AI transformation roadmaps that align with business priorities and technology strategy.

Strategic Program Leadership & Execution

Lead complex, cross-functional technology programs from strategy through execution and operationalization.
Translate strategic initiatives into clear execution plans with defined ownership, milestones, and measurable outcomes.
Build integrated roadmaps, establish governance, and drive planning, dependency management, risk mitigation, and executive reporting.
Facilitate executive reviews, drive cross-functional alignment, resolve risks, and improve execution through scalable operating mechanisms such as RAPIDs, KPIs, and operating models.
Identify process improvements, remove execution bottlenecks, and ensure successful transition to long-term operational ownership.

AI Platform Operations & Governance

Establish scalable operating models, governance, and lifecycle management for AI platforms and solutions, including security, compliance, operational readiness, and long-term ownership.
Define and track executive KPIs that measure platform adoption, utilization, operational health, business impact, cost efficiency, and ROI.
Partner with Finance and Engineering to support AI capacity planning, budgeting, and operational scaling.

What You'll Bring

10+ years leading large-scale, cross-functional technology transformation programs across Engineering, Infrastructure, Security, Data, AI/ML, and Product organizations.
Proven track record of delivering complex strategic initiatives by establishing scalable operating models, governance, executive reporting, and execution frameworks.
Strong technical acumen with the ability to influence engineering leaders, architects, and executives while translating strategy into measurable business outcomes.
Experience leading enterprise AI initiatives, with a good understanding of AI platforms, LLMs, AI agents, MCPs, developer platforms, and enterprise AI adoption.
Demonstrated success driving roadmap execution, organizational change, dependency management, and executive alignment across highly matrixed organizations.
Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders, build consensus, and navigate ambiguity without direct authority.
Proficiency with modern program management, analytics, and AI productivity tools, including Jira, Confluence, BI platforms, and AI-enabled collaboration tools.

What you can look forward to as an Okta employee!

Amazing Benefits
Making Social Impact
Fostering Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging at Okta

Okta cultivates a dynamic work environment, providing the best tools, technology and benefits to empower our employees to work productively in a setting that best and uniquely suits their needs. Each organization is unique in the degree of flexibility and mobility in which they work so that all employees are enabled to be their most creative and successful versions of themselves, regardless of where they live. Find your place at Okta today! https://www.okta.com/company/careers/.

Okta is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action 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 participate in the job application or interview process, please use this Form to request an accommodation.

Okta is committed to complying with applicable data privacy and security laws and regulations. For more information, please see our Privacy Policy at https://www.okta.com/privacy-policy/.

ir needs. Each organization is unique in the degree of flexibility and mobility in which they work so that all employees are enabled to be their most creative and successful versions of themselves, regardless of where they live. Find your place at Okta today! https://www.okta.com/company/careers/.

Okta is committed to complying with applicable data privacy and security laws and regulations. For more information, please see our Privacy Policy at https://www.okta.com/privacy-policy/.

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Below is the annual base salary range for candidates located in San Francisco Bay Area. 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 the San Francisco Bay area is between:

$188,000—$258,500 USD

The Okta Experience

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.

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