VP, Communication

Replit

. Lead and scale Replit’s communications function, including strategy, team structure, agency management, operating rhythms, and execution standards.

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeFoster City • California • United StatesLead💰 $300,000 - $390,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading and scaling communications functions, with a strong focus on AI-native strategies and corporate narrative development. Proven ability to manage cross-functional communications programs and build relationships with key media stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

12+ Years Experience In CommunicationsStrong Relationships With Technology MediaExperience Managing External AgenciesExcellent Written And Verbal Communication SkillsStrong Understanding Of The AI Landscape

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Hard Skills

Strategic PositioningCrisis CommunicationsMedia RelationsExecutive CommunicationsThought Leadership DevelopmentInternal CommunicationsExternal CommunicationsCross-Functional LeadershipAI-Native Communications OperationsIssues Management

Soft Skills

Strong JudgmentCreative MindsetResourcefulnessAbility To Tailor MessagesPassion For Craft

Tools & Technologies

Agentic ToolsMedia StrategyCommunications Programs

Industry Keywords

Corporate AffairsPublic RelationsSoftware DevelopmentEnterprise ProductivityGlobal CommunicationsPolicy IssuesTechnology SectorAI LandscapeDeveloper ToolsFast-Growing Technology Company

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and scale Replit’s communications function, including strategy, team structure, agency management, operating rhythms, and execution standards.
Build an AI-native communications function using agents for repeatable work.
Develop and evolve Replit’s corporate narrative across AI, developer tools, enterprise, consumer, education, and global markets.
Own strategic positioning and intellectual capital for launches, stages, and stories.
Lead communications programs for announcements, product launches, enterprise momentum, customer stories, partnerships, policy issues, executive visibility, awards, events, and thought leadership.
Shape market understanding of Replit as an agentic software creation platform.
Build narratives around AI-powered software creation, developer productivity, enterprise adoption, security, governance, education, and the future of work.
Develop flagship thought leadership, signature reports, and third-party validator relationships.
Partner with the CEO, executive team, and functional leaders on positioning, reputation, media strategy, internal communications, and high-stakes moments.
Build relationships with technology, business, AI, enterprise, developer, policy, and international media.
Coordinate communications programs with product, engineering, marketing, sales, partnerships, legal, policy, people, and finance teams.
Lead or support internal communications, company meetings, leadership messaging, employee announcements, change communications, and alignment initiatives.
Manage proactive and reactive communications, rapid response, issues management, crisis communications, and sensitive topics.
Prepare executives and spokespeople for media interviews, podcasts, conferences, customer events, internal moments, and industry presentations.
Support global communications, particularly awareness in Europe and Asia.
Track AI, software, developer, enterprise, startup, and policy landscapes to determine where Replit should lead, respond, or reframe.
Build a communications culture valuing speed, clarity, creativity, judgment, and proof.

Requirements

What you’ll need

BA/BS degree or equivalent practical experience.
12+ years of experience in communications, PR, media, corporate affairs, or related fields for Director level; 15+ years for VP level.
Experience building, scaling, or significantly expanding a communications or strategic positioning function at a fast-growing technology company or leading institution.
Proven experience working directly with founders, CEOs, executives, and senior cross-functional leaders.
Strong relationships with technology, business, enterprise, AI, developer, and/or policy media.
Experience managing external agencies and cross-functional communications programs on a global level.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages for users, developers, enterprise buyers, employees, policymakers, partners, and the press.
Strong understanding of the AI landscape and how AI is changing software development, enterprise productivity, and the future of work.
Hands-on fluency with AI and agentic tools, with a vision for AI-native communications operations.
Track record of flagship thought leadership: signature reports, executive platforms, and ideas that shape an industry’s conversation.
Experience earning third-party validation from leading institutions and policy communities for a scrutinized or emerging technology.
Experience guiding communications through major inflection points: public-company transitions, landmark policy moments, category creation.
Experience across external communications, internal communications, media relations, executive communications, crisis communications, and strategic messaging.
Ability to translate complex technical ideas into clear, compelling stories without losing substance.
Cross-functional leadership experience across product, engineering, sales, marketing, legal, policy, finance, and people teams.
Ability to see the big picture while operating in execution mode.
Passionate about their craft and the impact they can have.
Strong judgment in fast-moving, high-pressure environments.
A creative, resourceful, “do more with less” mindset.
Able to work from the Foster City, CA headquarters 3 days per week; relocation may be accommodated.
Legally authorized to work in the United States.
Must be at least 18 years of age.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Salary & Equity
401(k) Program with a 4% match (US Only)
Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
Short Term and Long Term Disability
Paid Parental, Medical, Caregiver Leave
Flexible Time Off (FTO) + Holidays
Commuter Benefits (In-Office & US Only)
Monthly Wellness Stipend
Autonomous Work Environment
In Office Set-Up Reimbursement (In-Office Only)
Quarterly Team Gatherings
In Office Amenities (In-Office Only)