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Business Development Representative, East

Join Okta as a Business Development Representative to engage leads and build pipeline in a high-growth cybersecurity and identity space.

Location
Washington, DC
Compensation
$72.0k–$72.0k/yr
Level
junior
Type
full time · On-site

Posted by employer 1 year ago

First seen on Joblaze 3 months ago

Last verified on the company career page 22 hours ago

Requirements

Education
Bachelor's degree

Not disclosed in this posting: years of experience, visa sponsorship.

Benefits

401k Match Paid Leave Equity/Stock Options Health Insurance Parental Leave

Joblaze summary

In the role of Business Development Representative at Okta, the individual engages with inbound leads to qualify interest in the company's identity solutions, serving as the initial contact for potential customers. Key skills include strong communication, time management, and a self-motivated approach, with familiarity in tools like Salesforce and Outreach being beneficial. This position is ideal for those early in their careers who are eager to learn and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. Okta emphasizes a culture of growth and teamwork, making it a compelling opportunity for driven professionals.

Joblaze insights

  • Listed about 3 months ago — first seen on Joblaze July 24, 2026. Last confirmed on Okta's careers page November 4, 2026.
  • Salary band is below the typical range for Sales/Marketing roles (median ~$141,162).
  • Starts above 61% of 136 comparable junior sales/marketing roles in United States we track (median $65,000 across 76 companies).

Quick facts

Is the Business Development Representative, East role remote?
No — this is an on-site role in Washington, DC.
What's the salary range?
Okta lists $71,997–$71,997 for this role.
Where is the role based?
Okta is hiring for this position in Washington, DC.
What seniority level is this role?
Okta targets junior candidates for this position.
Is this full-time or contract?
Full-time for this Business Development Representative, East role at Okta.

From the original posting

Secure Every Identity, from AI to Human

Washington, DC – Onsite 4 Days/Week (Mon–Thurs)

Relocation required if not local – no relocation assistance provided

The Team

At Okta, we’re building the world’s identity platform — one that empowers people, protects data, and fuels digital innovation. Our customers (think: JetBlue, T-Mobile, Sonos, Zoom) trust us to help them stay secure, seamless, and scalable in a world where everything and everyone is connected.

And behind the tech? People like you — curious, motivated, collaborative learners who want to do meaningful work alongside great teammates.

The Opportunity: Where High Potential Meets High Impact

We get it: There are a lot of BDR roles out there. But at Okta, we do things differently.

This isn’t just a cold-call grind or a pit stop on your way to something else — it’s the start of a high-growth, high-visibility career path in one of the most exciting spaces in tech: cybersecurity and identity.

We’re looking for self-starters who are hungry to learn, open to coaching, energized by challenge, and excited to be part of a team that wins together. As a BDR at Okta, you'll help tell our story, spark valuable conversations, and play a key role in building pipeline for one of the top sales orgs in tech.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Engage inbound leads and qualify interest in Okta’s products — you’ll be the first human touchpoint for many of our future customers
  • Generate high-quality meetings and pipeline by creating thoughtful, relevant outreach via phone, email, and social
  • Conduct discovery calls to uncover real business problems — and tee up Account Executives to solve them
  • Use tools like Salesforce and Outreach to manage your book of business and stay organized
  • Hit your KPIs and quota — and have fun doing it, with team competitions, shout-outs, and mentorship

What Makes You a Great Fit

  • Bachelor’s degree or relevant work experience
  • A strong communicator, written and verbal — you know how to connect
  • Comfortable juggling priorities and managing your time in a fast-paced environment
  • Self-motivated — you don’t wait to be told what to do, you figure it out (and ask questions when you’re stuck)
  • Coachable — you’re open to feedback and excited to get better, every day
  • Curious — you love to learn, explore, and ask “why?”
  • Collaborative — you believe that success is a team sport, and you're all in

A Few Logistics

  • This role is onsite in our Washington DC office 4 days per week (Mon–Thurs)
  • If you're not already local, you’ll need to relocate within an agreed-upon timeframe — note that Okta does not provide relocation assistance
  • You’ll attend in-person onboarding in either San Francisco or Chicago to kick off your journey
  • If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, let us know here

Why Okta?

You could sell anything — so why not sell something that truly matters?

At Okta, we help people and businesses access the technology they need safely and easily. And behind our mission is a culture of trust, growth, and belonging. We invest in our people with real support, meaningful work, and the freedom to take ownership of your career from day one.

Join us, and you won’t just be starting a job — you’ll be joining a company that’s defining what’s next in identity, and building a safer digital world for everyone.

Learn more about Okta’s Sales Development Program here

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Below is the annual On Target Compensation (OTE) range for candidates located in California (excluding San Francisco Bay Area), Colorado, Illinois, New York and Washington. Your actual OTE, which is inclusive of base salary and incentive compensation, will depend on factors such as your skills, qualifications, experience, and work location. In addition, Okta offers equity (where applicable) 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 OTE range for this position for candidates located in California (excluding San Francisco Bay Area), Colorado, Illinois, New York, and Washington is between:
$71,997.71—$71,997.71 USD

The Okta Experience

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