Okta

Global Paid Search Marketing Manager

Okta$132K — $181K *
Consumer Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BA or BS in Marketing, Business, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, or related field.
  • 3-5 years managing enterprise-level, full-funnel paid search campaigns.
  • Exceptional analytical skills using statistical significance for decision-making.
  • Strong experience in implementing and optimizing Value-Based Bidding (VBB) models.
  • Practical experience with AI-driven search features and automated bidding tools.
  • Deep expertise in Google Ads, Bing Ads, Salesforce, Marketo, and web analytics platforms.
  • Strong communication skills for translating complex data into actionable insights.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute AI-driven paid search strategies across Google Ads and Bing Ads.
  • Leverage AI and machine learning capabilities to scale performance and innovate search strategy.
  • Design and analyze A/B and multivariate tests for campaigns ensuring statistical significance.
  • Maintain real-time campaign reporting tracking performance from clicks to revenue.
  • Collaborate with Marketing Operations to integrate CRM platforms and marketing automation tools.
  • Conduct keyword research and audience segmentation to identify targeting opportunities.
  • Identify and implement opportunities for workflow automation to enhance operational efficiency.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance options.
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with matching contributions.
  • Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care expenses.
  • Paid leave, including PTO and parental leave.
  • Equity opportunities and performance bonuses.
Full Job Description
About the Role

Okta is seeking a highly analytical and forward-thinking Global Paid Search Marketing Manager with exceptional Martech integration skills to join our Global Digital Acquisition Team.

In this role, you won't just manage campaigns, you will own our search portfolio's evolution. You will be responsible for moving beyond traditional lead-gen metrics to implement advanced Value-Based Bidding (VBB) models that align search spend directly with downstream pipeline value. Leveraging cutting-edge AI capabilities and robust statistical testing, you will maintain complete visibility over all in-market campaigns, ensuring every dollar spent is backed by data and optimized for maximum business impact.
Key Responsibilities
  • Value-Based Strategy & Execution: Develop and execute comprehensive, AI-driven paid search strategies across Google Ads and Bing Ads. Lead the transition to and optimization of Value-Based Bidding (VBB) models to prioritize high-value pipeline and revenue over raw lead volume.
  • AI Integration & Innovation: Proactively leverage AI and machine learning capabilities within search platforms (e.g., Smart Bidding, Broad Match + Smart Bidding loops, AI-powered ad assets and campaign types) to scale performance, uncover hidden demand, and push our strategy past the industry curve.
  • Rigorous Experimentation: Design, execute, and analyze structured A/B and multivariate tests (bidding, copy, landing pages). Champion a scientific approach, ensuring all test outcomes are measured for statistical significance before scaling.
  • Holistic In-Market Reporting: Maintain a unified, real-time view of all in-market campaigns. Deliver clear, executive-ready reporting that tracks performance across the entire funnel from click to closed-won revenue ensuring complete transparency of our search footprint.
  • Martech & Data Integration: Collaborate closely with Marketing Operations and Digital Analytics teams to ensure seamless integration with CRM platforms (Salesforce) and marketing automation (Marketo). Ensure accurate offline conversion tracking (OCT) to feed VBB algorithms high-quality feedback loops.
  • Audience & Competitive Intelligence: Conduct advanced keyword research, competitive benchmarking, and first/third-party audience segmentation to identify high-intent targeting opportunities.
  • Process Automation: Identify opportunities for workflow automation, scripting, and process improvement to increase operational efficiency and scale our search program.
  • Account Hygiene & Automation: Actively audit account architecture to eliminate query bleeding and campaign cannibalization. Identify opportunities for workflow automation, scripting, and process improvement to scale our search program cleanly.
Qualifications
  • Education: BA or BS in Marketing, Business, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related analytical field.
  • Experience: 3-5 years of hands-on experience managing enterprise-level, full-funnel paid search campaigns, media planning, and advanced measurement.
  • Analytical Rigor: Exceptional analytical skills with a proven track record of using statistical significance models to validate test results and drive data-backed decisions.
  • VBB Expertise: Strong experience implementing and optimizing Value-Based Bidding (VBB) and offline conversion feedback loops (connecting CRM data back to ad platforms).
  • AI Literacy: Practical experience leveraging AI-driven search features, automated bidding algorithms, and predictive analytics tools to scale and optimize campaigns.
  • Martech Proficiency: Deep expertise in Google Ads, Bing Ads, Salesforce (CRM), Marketo/Eloqua (Marketing Automation), and advanced web analytics platforms (Google Analytics, GTM, or equivalent).
  • Project Management & Communication: Strong project management skills with the ability to translate complex, multi-layered data points into clear, concise, and actionable insights for cross-functional stakeholders.
  • B2B Context: Prior experience in B2B SaaS marketing is highly preferred.

#LI - Hybrid



Below is the annual base salary range for candidates located in California (excluding San Francisco Bay Area), Colorado, Illinois, New York and Washington. 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 California (excluding San Francisco Bay Area), Colorado, Illinois, New York, and Washington is between:

$132,000-$181,500 USD

Below is the annual salary range for candidates located in Canada. Your actual salary will depend on factors such as your skills, qualifications, and experience. In addition, Okta offers equity (where applicable), bonus, and benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, RRSP with a match, healthcare spending, telemedicine, 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/can.

The annual base salary range for this position for candidates located in Canada is between:

$114,000-$157,300 CAD

The Okta Experience
  • Supporting Your Well-Being
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  • 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.

About Okta

Okta is a leading provider of identity and access management solutions for enterprises. The company's cloud-based platform enables organizations to securely connect people and technology, providing secure access to applications and data from any device, anywhere, at any time. Okta's solutions are used by thousands of organizations worldwide, including many Fortune 500 companies. The company was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California. Okta is committed to providing innovative solutions that help organizations stay secure and productive in today's digital world.
Learn more about Okta
Size
5,342 employees
Market Cap
$10.5 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$266.3 million
Founded
2009
5 Year Trend
+51.9%
Revenue
$835.4 million
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