Senior Director, Marketing Communications

DigitalOcean

. Define and author the overarching global communication strategy .

Posted 10/31/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesSenior💰 $230,000 - $280,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing global communication strategies, with a strong focus on public relations, crisis management, and digital media oversight. Proven ability to cultivate relationships with media and industry influencers while leading high-performing communication teams.

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Global Communication Strategy DevelopmentPublic Relations MethodologiesCrisis Management FrameworksMedia Liaison ExperienceDigital and Social Media Oversight

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Hard Skills

Multi-Channel Communication ExecutionCorporate Visibility OperationsKPI EstablishmentRisk-Mitigation ModelsMedia CoachingContent CreationStorytelling from Technical ConceptsAlgorithmic Digital Channel UnderstandingHigh-Growth SaaS ExperienceCloud Infrastructure Knowledge

Soft Skills

Relational IntelligenceDiplomacy SkillsGrowth MindsetOpenness to FeedbackMentoring

Industry Keywords

Technology EnvironmentTier-1 JournalistsIndustry InfluencersCompetitive Share of VoiceOperational KPIs

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and author the overarching global communication strategy
Cultivate relationships with Tier-1 technology journalists and industry influencers
Secure high-impact media placements to increase competitive share of voice
Develop proactive response frameworks and risk-mitigation models
Safeguard corporate reputation during critical business or industry events
Oversee corporate digital and social media channels
Establish operational KPIs and attribution metrics across communication channels
Provide strategic counsel, media coaching, and talking points to the C-suite
Lead, mentor, and scale a high-performing team of communication specialists and content creators

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience building and executing multi-channel global communications, PR, and social media strategies at scale
Experience in a high-growth SaaS, cloud infrastructure, or technology environment
Deep understanding of public relations methodologies
Knowledge of crisis management frameworks
Understanding of algorithmic digital channels
Experience handling corporate visibility operations
Experience liaising with media entities, industry analysts, and executive stakeholders
Exceptional relational intelligence and diplomacy skills
Growth mindset and openness to constructive feedback
Ability to create compelling stories from highly technical products and concepts

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus plan
Potential new hire equity grant
Employee Stock Purchase Program in participating countries
Flexible time off
Local team meetups
Mental health and well-being support
Reimbursement for relevant conferences, training, and education
Professional development resources
Equal-opportunity employment