About the job
Empower Every Identity, from AI to Human
At Okta, we believe that identity is the gateway to unlocking the full potential of artificial intelligence. By creating reliable and impartial infrastructure, we enable organizations to embrace this transformative era securely. This mission demands a tenacious spirit dedicated to addressing complex challenges with significant real-world impact. We seek innovators who thrive in a fast-paced environment and commit to excellence in execution.
Join us in this career-defining opportunity. If you share our passion for this mission, we want to hear from you.
The Okta Sales Team
Okta envisions a world where anyone can use any technology securely, backed by a robust, enterprise-grade platform that facilitates billions of workforce log-ins annually. Our Account Executive (AE) team is tasked with driving growth within our territories by acquiring new clients and nurturing existing relationships to expand our customer base on the Okta Platform. With the support of the Okta ecosystem, your team will focus on delivering consistent results and maintaining an unwavering commitment to client satisfaction.
The Enterprise Sales Team
Okta’s Enterprise Sales Team is responsible for managing the sales cycle for medium to large-sized customers. The team conducts sales presentations, site visits, and product demonstrations, representing Okta in a professional manner to successfully attract and retain clients.
The Area Sales Director Opportunity
As the Area Sales Director for Enterprise Sales, you will oversee the development and performance of a team of quota-carrying Account Executives within your region. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to enhance the productivity of their team through skill development, adherence to performance standards, motivation, quick conflict resolution, and fostering a dynamic and supportive sales culture. We are looking for a strong leader ready to elevate our team to new heights.
This role requires travel to our Chicago, IL office for in-person onboarding during the first week of employment.

