Senior Manager, AI Forward Deployed Engineering - Okta for AI Agents

📋 Description

• Build and lead the Forward Deployed Engineering team.
• Own agent identity delivery in a strategic account.
• Lead field engagements and drive deployment outcomes.
• Define how FDEs embed in key accounts and scope engagements.
• Ensure security reviews and governance for agent deployments.
• Translate field learnings into the product roadmap.

🎯 Requirements

• Leadership track record: 3+ years managing engineers or field teams; grow talent.
• Ability to travel 35% (international trips possible).
• Still a builder: hands on with agent identity code and architecture.
• Identity security fluency: OAuth 2.0, OIDC, RFC 8693; agent identity.
• Field and customer experience: delivered complex enterprise engagements.
• Customer facing range: standups and CISO briefings with execs.
• Cross functional operator: collaborate with sales, product, engineering; influence roadmap.
• High agency mindset: build new function in fast moving space; own outcomes.

🎁 Benefits

• Immersive in-person onboarding experience.
• Global community with 20+ offices worldwide.
• Total Rewards program details at rewards.okta.com.
• Equity where applicable and comprehensive benefits.
• Health, dental, vision, 401(k) and paid leave.
• Opportunities to contribute to talent and community.