Senior Director, Marketing Communications

DigitalOcean

. Define and author the overarching global communication strategy .

Posted 10/31/2026full-timeRemote • Washington • 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, public relations methodologies, and crisis management frameworks while effectively mentoring a team of communication specialists. Proven ability to cultivate relationships with media and industry influencers to enhance corporate visibility and reputation.

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Global Communications StrategyPublic Relations MethodologiesCrisis Management FrameworksDigital And Social Media ManagementMedia Relations

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Hard Skills

Multi-Channel CommunicationCorporate Visibility OperationsRisk-Mitigation ModelsOperational KPIsAttribution MetricsMedia CoachingContent CreationStorytellingTechnical Product CommunicationSaaS Environment Experience

Soft Skills

Relational IntelligenceDiplomacy SkillsGrowth-Mindset ApproachOpenness To FeedbackMentoring

Industry Keywords

High-Growth SaaSCloud InfrastructureTech EnvironmentIndustry AnalystsExecutive Stakeholders

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and author the overarching global communication strategy
Cultivate relationships with Tier-1 tech journalists and industry influencers to secure high-impact placements
Develop proactive response frameworks and risk-mitigation models to safeguard corporate reputation
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 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 within a high-growth SaaS, cloud infrastructure, or tech environment
Deep understanding of public relations methodologies, crisis management frameworks, and algorithmic digital channels
Experience handling corporate visibility operations and serving as a liaison to media entities, industry analysts, and executive stakeholders
Exceptional relational intelligence and diplomacy skills
Growth-mindset approach 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
Flexible time off
Local team meetups
Mental health and well-being support
Reimbursement for relevant conferences, training, and education
Professional development resources
Employee Stock Purchase Program in participating countries