Communications Manager
San Francisco, CA - USA
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Job Summary
InfluxData is the creator of InfluxDB the leading time series platform used to collect store and analyze all time series data at any scale. Developers can query and analyze their time-stamped data in real-time to discover interpret and share new insights to gain a competitive edge. InfluxData is a remote-first company with a globally distributed workforce. For more information visit .
InfluxData is growing and were looking for a creative curious and driven Communications Manager to join our this role youll help shape how the world sees InfluxData by translating our technology vision and customer impact into stories that matter.
Youll focus on developing and scaling InfluxDatas core narratives bringing together customer voices real-world use cases and product innovation into stories that resonate. From product launches to customer moments youll ensure were telling clear differentiated stories that connect with the right audiences.
Youll extend those stories across formats from case studies and blogs to media opportunities across earned owned and paid channels. PR is one part of this role but the broader focus is on ensuring our stories show up consistently and effectively wherever our audience is. Youll also support analyst relations and social media efforts including managing our external agency to ensure strong execution across key moments.
This is a highly cross-functional role and an opportunity to shape how InfluxData shows up across an evolving communications landscape. Our team values curiosity and experimentation from exploring new channels and storytelling formats to thoughtfully testing emerging tools including AI as part of how our work.
Responsibilities:
Own the day-to-day management of InfluxDatas PR program including media outreach and securing coverage
Support strategic comms initiatives around product launches customer and partner announcements and executive visibility
Incorporate customer stories and use cases into broader company narratives across channels
Develop press releases articles pitches Q&As and other strategic assets for announcements
Collaborate with internal teams (Product Marketing Developer Relations and Executive Leadership) to uncover and develop compelling stories across time series open source physical AI IIoT/IoT and more
Support the analyst relations program by coordinating briefings tracking inquiries and helping shape messaging
Assist with social media planning and management of the external agency ensuring message alignment and amplification of key launches and moments
Qualifications:
4 years of experience in product communications ideally with B2B agency experience
Strong writing and storytelling skills with the ability to translate technical topics into clear compelling narratives
Experience supporting customer storytelling (media outreach case studies content or campaigns) is a plus
Strong instincts for what makes a story land knowing how to shape a narrative for media social and owned channels without losing the core message
Able to quickly get up to speed on technical topics and turn them into clear compelling stories that people actually want to read
Highly proactive and accountable: you take ownership move things forward and dont wait to be told what to do
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.
Interview Information:
Our interview process begins remotely. Interviews are typically conducted via Zoom. To ensure every candidate can participate please let us know if you are unable to access Zoom. Some roles may require an in-person meeting with a team member as part of the final stage.
We offer fantastic benefits for full time employees; in the US these include:
Medical/dental/vision insurance with 100% coverage for employees
Company contribution to your FSA
Flexible Time Off - take the time you need
Life Insurance short and long term disability insurance
401(k)
Wellness programs
Annual professional development budget
Financial planning and legal advice
Our Core Values
Our employees are the heart of the company and only by having a core set of beliefs and values will we be successful. We hire and live by these core values:
We value each other
We get stuff done
We believe humility drives learning
We embrace failure
We are committed to open source
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Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
Manage all types of time series data in a single, purpose-built database. Optimized for speed in any environment in the cloud, on-premises, or at the edge.