Challenging place to work and the best run company I have worked for. - Director of Product Management Okta Employee Review

5.0
Aug 27, 2020
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Pros

It's not the easiest place to work but it's an excellent company. I always felt good about the mission as the focus in on protecting the customer. It's run by a leadership team who, from my interactions with them, seem to be a fundamentally decent group of people who recognize their fortunate position and want to make a positive impact. It's an excellent company.

Cons

In the product team the focus was firmly on delivering technical solutions to meet existing customer needs. There could have been more room for creativity and real innovation. Having said that, I am confident they can solve it. Like any company there are going to be people who don't have a good experience and occasionally there can be bad managers but in my experience those issues tended to get resolved.

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5.0
Jun 30, 2026
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Pros

A dynamic, fast-paced environment driven by top-tier talent and a deeply collaborative culture. The company successfully combines a high-growth startup mindset with agile execution, fostering continuous innovation and cross-functional support.

Cons

Like many publicly traded SaaS companies, Okta has aggressive revenue targets. Employees in sales, account management, and customer success frequently note that quotas are demanding, territories can change unexpectedly during annual restructuring, and pressure to expand accounts can lead to burnout.

1.0
Jun 4, 2026
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Pros

Smart, talented, and supportive colleagues. Interesting products and the opportunity to work on technology that impacts many customers. Good work-life balance in most teams. Collaborative culture with opportunities to learn from experienced peers. Strong brand recognition and valuable experience for your resume

Cons

Cons Recognition is lacking, especially for individual contributors. Strong performance and consistent delivery do not necessarily translate into career advancement, promotions, or meaningful salary increases. Growth opportunities appear limited for ICs, while management roles seem to receive a greater share of advancement and compensation opportunities. After several years, many individual contributors may find themselves reaching a career plateau with few clear paths for progression. If career growth, promotion opportunities, and compensation advancement are important priorities, it may be worth evaluating other opportunities once you’ve gained experience here

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