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VercelProduct Communications Manager
Vercel operates as an infrastructure provider specializing in agentic solutions, enabling individuals and AI agents to deploy and execute software rapidly. The organization supports millions of…
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Vercel operates as an infrastructure provider specializing in agentic solutions, enabling individuals and AI agents to deploy and execute software rapidly. The organization supports millions of developers globally and collaborates with entities like OpenAI, Ramp, and PayPal. The firm is currently seeking a Product Communications Manager to drive external storytelling across its core platform, agent stack, and open-source portfolio. This position requires an individual capable of turning complex engineering updates…
Job Description
Vercel operates as an infrastructure provider specializing in agentic solutions, enabling individuals and AI agents to deploy and execute software rapidly. The organization supports millions of developers globally and collaborates with entities like OpenAI, Ramp, and PayPal. The firm is currently seeking a Product Communications Manager to drive external storytelling across its core platform, agent stack, and open-source portfolio.
This position requires an individual capable of turning complex engineering updates and product releases into compelling narratives tailored for the market, press, and developer communities. The professional in this role will collaborate closely with engineering, product, content, and communications leadership. Reporting to the Head of Communications, the chosen candidate will work out of the San Francisco office, maintaining in-office anchor days on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays.
The role suits an experienced communicator with a background in developer tools or technical products who can craft authentic messaging without relying on corporate marketing jargon. Candidates will manage multi-channel strategies, support open-source ecosystems, elevate executive and maintainer profiles, and coordinate community programming alongside cross-functional teams.
Responsibilities
- Manage external communications for product updates across the agent stack and core platform
- Oversee public relations and messaging for open-source frameworks with a primary focus on Next.js
- Develop thought leadership narratives explaining how company offerings fit into the broader infrastructure landscape
- Partner with content engineering to create owned and social content campaigns for commercial and developer audiences
- Monitor the open-source community to identify engagement opportunities, amplify contributors, and respond to key moments
- Coordinate with the community team on programming, conferences, and activations
- Build the public thought leadership profiles of product leadership and open-source maintainers
Requirements
- Possess six to eight years of professional background in public relations, communications, or product marketing
- Demonstrate direct exposure to technical products, infrastructure, or developer tools
- Show the ability to translate technical concepts into effective narratives for the market and developers
- Demonstrate comfort working directly with engineers, product managers, and technical leaders
- Show experience managing multi-channel and cross-functional programs targeted at developer audiences
- Work from the San Francisco office with required in-office days on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays
Qualifications
- Familiarity with the JavaScript and frontend ecosystem including Next.js, runtimes, frameworks, and adjacent tooling
- Fluency in open-source culture and an understanding of what motivates contributors and maintainers
- Prior experience contributing to or participating actively in an open-source community as a maintainer or participant
- Interest in and proficiency with utilizing agents within personal workflows
Core Skills
Benefits
- Competitive financial compensation package including equity
- Inclusive healthcare package
- Mentorship opportunities and funding to attend skills and network-building events
- Flexible time off policy
- Work gear and a work-from-home budget to outfit your workspace
- Eligibility for a company bonus or variable pay program depending on the role
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is this job located?
This position is located in the San Francisco office, requiring in-office anchor days on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays.
What is the salary range for this role?
The base pay range in San Francisco is $152,000 to $209,000, with actual compensation depending on skills, experience, and location.
What level of experience is required?
Candidates must have six to eight years of experience in communications, public relations, or product marketing, with direct exposure to developer tools, infrastructure, or technical products.
What employment type is this?
The posting specifies that this is a full-time position.
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