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Senior Manager II – Engineering Employee Communications

Senior Manager II – Engineering Employee Communications

CompanyLinkedIn
LocationSunnyvale, CA, USA, Mountain View, CA, USA
Salary$141000 – $221000
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s
Experience LevelExpert or higher

Requirements

  • Minimum 9 years of experience in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or related experience AND 3 years of experience in Employee Communications
  • OR
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or related field AND minimum 6 years of experience in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or related experience AND minimum 3 years of experience in Employee Communications

Responsibilities

  • Build relationships and act as a trusted partner to Engineering executives, advising on communications strategies and shaping internal messaging that provides clarity and engages employees.
  • Strong understanding of business needs and insights to recommend, develop, socialize and implement communications strategies aligned with Engineering strategic priorities. Analyze engagement data and adapt communication strategies accordingly.
  • Recommend what channels are most appropriate and drive tactical execution across multiple communication formats and channels.
  • Develop clear, compelling narratives that simplify complex technical concepts for a variety of audiences.
  • Write and edit high-quality communications, including newsletters, executive messages, technical blog posts, and internal announcements. Develop targeted messaging for different employee levels.
  • Organize and manage internal events such as All Hands, AMAs, Q&A sessions, and interactive forums to foster dialogue and engagement.
  • Lead communications for change management initiatives including new technologies, process updates, and organizational shifts.
  • Own stakeholder relationships with cross-functional teams, including HR, Chiefs of Staff, and external communications to ensure alignment and consistency.

Preferred Qualifications

  • 6+ years of experience supporting senior executives, including the ability to advise on communications approach and messaging
  • 6+ years of experience in Employee Communications roles
  • 3+ years working in a technology or engineering-focused communications role
  • Ability to connect dots and see the bigger picture across a large global organization
  • Exceptional judgment and problem-solving skills, including the ability to operate with a high degree of discretion
  • Technical acumen – understanding of AI concepts, terminology, and workflows. Ability to work closely with technical teams to ensure accurate messaging.
  • Project management – strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple communication initiatives simultaneously, operate with ambiguity, and inspire collaboration at all levels of the organization