Manager, Sales Developement

Okta
vision insurance, flexible benefit account, parental leave, 401(k)
United States, California, San Francisco
Mar 24, 2026
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 Team At Okta, our Sales Development team is at the heart of everything we do-a high-energy, mission-driven group dedicated to driving top-of-funnel success and building a repeatable, high-quality pipeline. We're a team of trusted, high-performing individuals who are motivated by meaningful work, and where achievements are celebrated. In a fast-paced, hyper-growth environment, we innovate constantly and work together to drive impact. In this highly visible role, you'll lead a dynamic team of Sales Development Representatives, spearheading both inbound lead processing and outbound outreach. You'll partner with cross-functional teams across Sales, Demand Generation, Recruiting, HR, Sales Enablement, and Operations to nurture talent and achieve exceptional results. We believe in empowering our people, giving them the autonomy to lead and grow their own business. We're committed to investing in your success with world-class training, continuous professional development, and access to the latest tools and technologies. Innovation is in our DNA, and we actively encourage new ideas to fuel our progress. The Opportunity We're seeking a passionate, results-driven sales development leader who thrives on building great teams, scaling pipeline growth, and making a lasting impact. If you're excited by the challenge of leading, mentoring, and driving success in an ambitious environment, we want to hear from you! What You'll Be Doing Develop your team's quarterly plan to meet/exceed pipeline targets Hire and onboard new Sales Development Representatives, who are often young professionals earlier in their career Develop your team's skills for outbound prospecting, qualifying, and opportunity creation Provide your team with regular coaching, feedback, and professional development Closely monitor metrics and KPIs with the aim to increase productivity Work closely with sales managers and account executives to ensure proper alignment on account coverage, target personas, opportunity quality and SDR to AE hand-off Articulate the business value of Okta, and maintain in-depth knowledge of the Okta platform, our competitors, and industry trends Manage quota achievements on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis. What You'll Bring To The Role 2+ years in sales or sales development, or 1+ years leading a team A self-starter who thrives independently and knows how to navigate relationships with sales leadership with diplomacy and impact A data-driven storyteller who transforms insights into action and inspires with the power of numbers A true passion for leading and owning the growth of the Emerging market Energetic and hands-on in shaping a dynamic, inclusive team culture in a close-knit setting Outstanding communication, presentation, and conflict resolution skills Mastery of Salesforce.com (bonus if you're skilled with other sales tools) A track record of hiring, developing, and inspiring top talent Comfortable in fast-paced, ever-evolving environments Experience prospecting or selling into Emerging accounts, with the drive to win big! #LI-Onsite P-2725_3361200 The OTE range for this position for candidates located in the San Francisco Bay area is between: $140,000 — $175,000 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. To learn more about our Total Rewards program please visit: https://rewards.okta.com/us. 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: $140,000 — $175,000 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 pleaseuse this Form to request an accommodation. 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