Manager II, Technical Program Management - Ads & Core Infrastructure

Okta

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 TDI SALES AND PARTNERS TECHNOLOGY TEAM The Technology Data and Intelligence (TDI) team at Okta is dedicated to boosting internal efficiency through the implementation of secure, scalable, and innovative systems. We are seeking an independent Senior Software Engineer to join our formed Sales and Partners Technology Team.  You won't just be "maintaining a tool." You will be building the technical engine that drives Okta’s global partner strategy. You will work in a "standard" engineering environment (Jira, GitHub, Code Reviews) but with the unique challenge of orchestrating a world-class Partner Experience platform working directly with the Global Partner Program and Experience team. THE SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER OPPORTUNITY In this role, you will be the technical anchor for our partner ecosystem technology. You will balance core software engineering excellence (API design, code quality, security) with deep specialization in our Partner Relationship Management (PRM) platform, IMPartner. Your primary focus will be on maintaining, enhancing, and expanding the capabilities of the IMPartner platform and ensuring its seamless, secure integration with Salesforce.  WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING * Solution Design and Architecture: Architect and design secure, scalable solutions by translating complex business requirements into technical specifications and solution designs that leverage the IMPartner platform's capabilities and its necessary integration points with Salesforce. Deep focus on the Partners and PRM domain.Collaborate with technical teams to design and implement integrations between Salesforce, Okta’s Partner portals, partner portal tenant, and other cross-functional downstream systems to ensure a seamless data flow (ex. for partner account and contact, accreditation and certification, partner badges, program benefit administration, deal registration and partner program performance and pipeline visibility, etc.). * Technical Implementation: Lead the translation of user stories into robust, scalable technical designs. Responsible for the end-to-end execution of features, ensuring alignment with organizational standards. * Quality Assurance and Testing: Ensure 100% unit test coverage for all new logic. Build and maintain an automated test regression suite to minimize manual overhead and proactively identify regressions. * Code and Peer Mentorship: Conduct thorough Pull Request (PR) reviews, providing constructive feedback to junior and mid-level developers to maintain code quality and consistency. * Deployment and Release Support: Manage the deployment cycle, including documenting all changes, securing necessary Jira approvals, resolving environment-specific test issues, and performing final validation in Production. * Global Collaboration & Ownership: Demonstrated strong ownership and the ability to communicate effectively and collaborate seamlessly with cross-functional, global teams and stakeholders. WHAT YOU’LL BRING * Extensive knowledge of PRM platforms with (proven experience in IMPartner is a big plus) * Salesforce Development Expertise (5+ years): Proven proficiency in Salesforce development, including Apex, Process/Flow Automations, and Lightning Web Components (LWC). * Software Development Acumen (1-2 years): background in general software engineering principles, with experience in either Java, Python, or JavaScript. * Domain Specific Knowledge: In-depth knowledge and practical experience within the Sales and Partners ecosystem, specifically around partner lifecycle management, deal registration, and incentive programs. * Advanced AI Agent Frameworks & Data Processing: Expertise in modern AI agent or agentforce frameworks, orchestration techniques, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) pipelines, and advanced vector search methodologies. * CI/CD Pipeline Proficiency: Hands-on experience with continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines  * Secure Salesforce Solution Development: Deep understanding and practical application of Salesforce security features, adherence to data privacy regulations, and implementation of best practices for secure solution development. * Communication, & Problem-Solving: Possesses excellent communication and robust problem-solving abilities. Capable of independently driving technical direction, mentoring team members, fostering collaboration, and effectively managing all project aspects. EXTRA CREDIT * Official IMPartner trainings are a plus  * Salesforce certifications, such as Platform Developer I/II, Application Architect, or Technical Architect. * Previous work in a high-growth, SaaS, fast-paced technology company. WHAT YOU CAN LOOK FORWARD TO AS AN OKTA EMPLOYEE! * Amazing Benefits * Making Social Impact * Fostering Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging at Okta  Okta cultivates a dynamic work environment, providing the best tools, technology and benefits to empower our employees to work productively in a setting that best and uniquely suits their needs. Each organization is unique in the degree of flexibility and mobility in which they work so that all employees are enabled to be their most creative and successful versions of themselves, regardless of where they live. Find your place at Okta today! https://www.okta.com/company/careers/. Okta is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action 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 participate in the job application or interview process, please use this Form to request an accommodation. Okta is committed to complying with applicable data privacy and security laws and regulations. For more information, please see our Privacy Policy at https://www.okta.com/privacy-policy/.  ir needs. Each organization is unique in the degree of flexibility and mobility in which they work so that all employees are enabled to be their most creative and successful versions of themselves, regardless of where they live. Find your place at Okta today! https://www.okta.com/company/careers/. Okta is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action 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 participate in the job application or interview process, please use this Form to request an accommodation. Okta is committed to complying with applicable data privacy and security laws and regulations. For more information, please see our Privacy Policy at https://www.okta.com/privacy-policy/.   P24729_3468229 Below is the annual base salary range for candidates located in San Francisco Bay Area. Your actual base salary will depend on factors such as your skills, qualifications, experience, and work location. In addition, Okta offers equity (where applicable), bonus, 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 base salary range for this position for candidates located in the San Francisco Bay area is between: $165,000—$227,000 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 please use this Form to request an accommodation. Notice for New York City Applicants & Employees: Okta may use Automated Employment Decision Tools (AEDT), as defined by New York City Local Law 144, that use artificial intelligence, machine learning, or other automated processes to assist in our recruitment and hiring process. In accordance with NYC Local Law 144, if you are an applicant or employee residing in New York City, please click here to view our full NYC AEDT Notice.

Pinterest

About Pinterest: Millions of people around the world come to our platform to find creative ideas, dream about new possibilities and plan for memories that will last a lifetime. At Pinterest, we’re on a mission to bring everyone the inspiration to create a life they love, and that starts with the people behind the product. Discover a career where you ignite innovation for millions, transform passion into growth opportunities, celebrate each other’s unique experiences and embrace the flexibility to do your best work. Creating a career you love? It’s Possible. At Pinterest, AI isn't just a feature, it's a powerful partner that augments our creativity and amplifies our impact, and we’re looking for candidates who are excited to be a part of that. To get a complete picture of your experience and abilities, we’ll explore your foundational skills and how you collaborate with AI. Through our interview process, what matters most is that you can always explain your approach, showing us not just what you know, but how you think. You can read more about our AI interview philosophy and how we use AI in our recruiting process here. Intro: As an Engineering Manager on the Connections team, you will lead engineers working on product areas that help people engage more meaningfully with others across our platform. You’ll partner closely with cross-functional leaders to shape strategy, drive execution, and build a healthy, high-performing team. This role is ideal for a people-first leader with strong product sense, deep technical judgment, data-driven mindset and an AI-native approach to working.   What you’ll do:  * Lead and grow a cross-functional engineering team working across user-facing product areas and the systems that support them. * Set clear goals and drive execution against a roadmap aligned with broader product and business priorities. * Partner with Product, Design, Research, and Data Science to shape strategy, prioritize opportunities, and deliver measurable outcomes. * Create a strong team environment with clear expectations, healthy operating rhythms, high standards, and psychological safety. * Coach and develop engineers across levels, helping them grow in scope, impact, and career progression. * Support technical and architectural decision-making to ensure the team builds reliable, scalable, and maintainable systems. * Use data, experimentation, and user insight to guide product and engineering decisions. * Use AI to accelerate analysis, research, drafting, synthesis, and iteration, while applying strong judgment and verification to ensure quality and correctness. What we’re looking for: * 8+ years of software engineering experience, including 3+ years managing teams of 5+ engineers. * Experience leading engineering teams that build and ship consumer-facing products. * Experience managing engineers across multiple levels and helping teams improve in effectiveness, quality, and impact. * Strong people leadership skills, including coaching, feedback, performance management, and team development. * Strong product sense and strategic thinking, with the ability to translate broad goals into clear priorities and execution plans. * Solid technical foundation and the ability to engage in architecture, design reviews, and technical trade-offs. * Proven ability to lead through ambiguity, align cross-functional stakeholders, and deliver meaningful results. * Expertise in using data and experimentation to inform product and engineering decisions. * Demonstrated ability to use AI to improve speed and quality in day-to-day work for relevant outputs. * Strong track record of critically evaluating and verifying AI-assisted work through testing, review, or other quality controls. * High integrity and ownership in using AI: you protect sensitive information, avoid over-reliance on AI, and remain accountable for final decisions and deliverables. * Strong communication and collaboration skills, with experience working closely with Product, Design, Research, Data Science, and other engineering teams. * Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.   Relocation Statement: * This position is not eligible for relocation assistance. Visit our PinFlex page to learn more about our working model.   In-Office Requirement Statement: * We recognize that the ideal environment for work is situational and may differ across departments. What this looks like day-to-day can vary based on the needs of each organization or role. * This role will need to be in the office for in-person collaboration 1-2 times every 6-months. Prefer to have candidates in the SF bay area or PST timezone.  #LI-REMOTE #LI-AG8 At Pinterest we believe the workplace should be equitable, inclusive, and inspiring for every employee. In an effort to provide greater transparency, we are sharing the base salary range for this position. The position is also eligible for equity. Final salary is based on a number of factors including location, travel, relevant prior experience, or particular skills and expertise. Information regarding the culture at Pinterest and benefits available for this position can be found here. US based applicants only $208,454—$364,795 USD Our Commitment to Inclusion: Pinterest is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best qualified people in every job. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion or religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member) or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state or local laws. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you require a medical or religious accommodation during the job application process, please complete this form for support.   By submitting this application, I certify that all information submitted in my application and throughout the hiring process is true, accurate, and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any false statement, omission, or misrepresentation may disqualify me from employment consideration or result in termination if discovered after hire.

Pinterest

About Pinterest: Millions of people around the world come to our platform to find creative ideas, dream about new possibilities and plan for memories that will last a lifetime. At Pinterest, we’re on a mission to bring everyone the inspiration to create a life they love, and that starts with the people behind the product. Discover a career where you ignite innovation for millions, transform passion into growth opportunities, celebrate each other’s unique experiences and embrace the flexibility to do your best work. Creating a career you love? It’s Possible. At Pinterest, AI isn't just a feature, it's a powerful partner that augments our creativity and amplifies our impact, and we’re looking for candidates who are excited to be a part of that. To get a complete picture of your experience and abilities, we’ll explore your foundational skills and how you collaborate with AI. Through our interview process, what matters most is that you can always explain your approach, showing us not just what you know, but how you think. You can read more about our AI interview philosophy and how we use AI in our recruiting process here. Pinterest helps Pinners discover and do what they love. Core Engineering touches every surface the Pinner sees across the app and forms the front-and-center of the Pinterest experience for 500M+ Pinners every month. The Core team’s mission is to recommend inspiring & engaging pins for all our Pinners. We are looking for a Machine Learning Engineer Engineering Manager II who can drive the team’s technical direction, strategic planning and execution. You'll have the opportunity to lead a team that works cross-team on various innovative projects of new product experiences, builds large-scale low-latency systems and state-of-the-art machine learning models, and delivers great impact to our pinners and business metrics. What you’ll do: * Be responsible for major areas of search, recommendations, notifications, etc for more than 500 million monthly active Pinterest users. Potential areas of impact include ML based retrieval, multi domain ranking, L1 modeling, candidate generators, sequence modeling, relevance modeling, and infrastructure efficiency and scalability * Deeply understand the Pinterest product and drive the vision for the  team, ensuring the team’s work directly contributes to the company’s goals * Manage and mentor a team of Machine Learning engineers (L13 - L16), providing technical guidance and support to help them grow their careers. Identify team needs and hire strong candidates * Collaborate closely with other engineering teams at Pinterest to enhance the experience for users, including Advanced Technology Group, Infrastructure, Content Understanding and User Understanding * Provide visibility to senior leadership regarding the team’s global impact * Partner with stakeholders across the company, including product management, data scientists, and design, to shape the future of the content ecosystem and personalization at Pinterest * Build a culture of excellence and expertise within the team What we’re looking for: * MS/PhD in Computer Science, ML, NLP, Statistics, Information Sciences, related field, or equivalent experience * Experience leading and working on a large-scale production recommendation, e-commerce, search or ads systems that are based on state-of-the-art machine learning and big data technology * Strong experience in related fields such as recommendation systems and applied machine learning experience is required. Natural language processing and computer vision is a bonus * Demonstrated ability to define and drive the strategic roadmap for scalable, production-quality systems from concept to execution * Strong focus on product impact and user experience within a consumer-focused environment * Minimum of 1 year of experience managing a high-performing machine learning engineering team of 10+ members * 8+ years of experience in software development, with a proven track record of delivering impactful solutions * Nice to have:  * Experience with Cursor, Copilot, Codex, or similar AI coding assistants for development, debugging, testing, and refactoring * Familiarity with LLM-powered productivity tools for documentation search, experiment analysis, SQL/data exploration, and engineering workflow acceleration   Relocation Statement: * This position is not eligible for relocation assistance. Visit our PinFlex page to learn more about our working model.   In-Office Requirement Statement: * We let the type of work you do guide the collaboration style. That means we're not always working in an office, but we continue to gather for key moments of collaboration and connection. * This role will need to be in the office for in-person collaboration 1-2 times/quarter and therefore can be situated anywhere in the country.   #LI-REMOTE #LI-DM57 At Pinterest we believe the workplace should be equitable, inclusive, and inspiring for every employee. In an effort to provide greater transparency, we are sharing the base salary range for this position. The position is also eligible for equity. Final salary is based on a number of factors including location, travel, relevant prior experience, or particular skills and expertise. Information regarding the culture at Pinterest and benefits available for this position can be found here. US based applicants only $189,308—$389,753 USD Our Commitment to Inclusion: Pinterest is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best qualified people in every job. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion or religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member) or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state or local laws. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you require a medical or religious accommodation during the job application process, please complete this form for support.   By submitting this application, I certify that all information submitted in my application and throughout the hiring process is true, accurate, and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any false statement, omission, or misrepresentation may disqualify me from employment consideration or result in termination if discovered after hire.