Customers first, employees last mentality - Program Manager Okta Employee Review

3.0
Mar 7, 2023
Recommend
Business Outlook

Pros

Not sure there are many left, but amidst all the budget cuts there are still some great people pushing to nurture a people-first culture.

Cons

The Auth0 acquisition was rough. Teams work in silos, processes undocumented, and many inefficiencies and reckless spending that took months to clean up. Although Okta has grown in size, it is far more immature than many small size companies I've worked for. People do not truly come first here, investors and customers do. The layoffs are a sign of this and have hurt many teams. I have to wonder if this is why the Chief People Officer left.

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5.0
Jun 22, 2026
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Pros

Fantastic team and work life balance

Cons

No contract renewal due to budget constraints

1.0
Jun 4, 2026
Recommend
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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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