Principal Solutions Engineer, Key Accounts (Auth0)

Secure Every Identity, from AI to HumanIdentity 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 Global Presales TeamThe Global Presales organization at Okta unites a diverse community of experts-including Solutions Engineers, the Office of the Field CTO, Architects, and Specialists-who combine deep technical expertise with strategic business insight. This team acts as trusted advisors to our customers and partners, helping them unlock the full potential of Okta's Identity Platform. We ask insightful questions, uncover complex challenges, and deliver tailored solutions that drive customer success.Auth0 Principal SE - Key Accounts - Auth0The Auth0 Principal SE - Key Accounts will serve as a technical sales strategist, operator, and business partner to Okta's AMER Key Account Directors -accelerating strategic deals, scaling key pursuits, and enabling repeatable success across Okta's Key Accounts segment.You will collaborate closely with Key Account Directors, Auth0 AEs, Key Account SEs, GTM leadership, and product stakeholders to:Lead Auth0 pursuit strategies for selected large, multi-stakeholder deals.Build and operationalize repeatable Auth0 sales motions, partner strategies, and AI-enabled sales plays.Scale and institutionalize best practices that improve win rates and deal velocity.What You'll Be DoingStrategic Planning & ExecutionServe as a trusted advisor to Okta's Key Account Directors and sales leadership, helping to support and execute Auth0-centric go-to-market strategies for high-impact pursuits.Assist in developing frameworks and methodologies to increase consistency and predictability across strategic deal cycles.Partner with the Office of the FCTO to align AI and platform sales narratives with market trends.Strategic InitiativesSupport the planning and execution of AI-driven and enterprise-scale sales initiatives across key industries and territories.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive pursuit discipline, storytelling excellence, and deal orchestration.Guide account teams on value-based selling strategies, connecting identity outcomes to measurable business impact.Ecosystem & Thought LeadershipEngage with industry and partner ecosystems to promote Okta's leadership in AI-enabled identity sales.Represent Okta in field events, customer summits, and strategic planning forums.Foster collaboration across GTM teams to enhance pipeline growth and field readiness.Innovation and Strategy* Engage in initiatives that enhance Okta's competitive differentiation and accelerate long-term growth.* Surface field insights and customer trends to inform global GTM strategy and product roadmap alignment.What You'll Bring to the RoleRequired:8+ years of presales engineering experience in customer identity and AI-related domains. Deep technical expertise in Auth0 and Auth0 FGA / OpenFGA.Proven track record of driving strategic sales programs and large, complex deal pursuits.Strong understanding of AI/ML applications in enterprise go-to-market and secure AI development. Experience leveraging AI tools to build POC artifacts for deal acceleration.Experience in developing and delivering C-level messaging focused on the Auth0 value proposition through business outcomes.Strong communication and presentation skills, with experience contributing to technical events.Preferred:Prior experience in a Field CTO, Strategic Advisor, or Sales Strategy role in a high-growth SaaS organization.Demonstrated success in executing AI-enabled or platform-based sales motions.Strong understanding of Okta's platform, ecosystem, and identity security landscape.Hands-on experience with Generative AI or LLM technology (LangChain, GenKit, LlamaIndex, etc.).Experience working with Fortune 100 enterprises or large regulated industries.Knowledge of frameworks such as MEDDPICC, Challenger, or other enterprise sales methodologies.Ability to thrive in a matrixed environment, balancing strategic vision with operational execution.Passion for innovation, collaboration, and customer success.#LI-Remote#LI-CMP24454_3336681The OTE range for this position for candidates located in the San Francisco Bay area is between:$255,000-$383,000 USDBelow is the annual On Target Compensation (OTE) range for candidates located in California (excluding San Francisco Bay Area), Colorado, Illinois, New York and Washington. 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