AI Ecosystem Lead: Architect Global AI Network

Deel; United States; On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401k Retirement Plan

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Flexible Savings Account (FSA)

Flexible time off (PTO)

12 paid holidays per year

Parental leave: 16 weeks / 8 weeks

Job summary

Deel seeks an AI Ecosystem Lead to position Deel as a leading AI-forward company. You will shape Deel’s AI narrative, build strategic partnerships, and create programs that place Deel at the heart of the AI community.

You’ll work with Marketing, Communications, Product, and Partnerships to amplify initiatives and be the face of Deel in the Bay Area AI ecosystem, reporting to the CEO and collaborating across teams.

Qualifications

• Technical foundation in engineering or similar hands-on background with marketing/ecosystem work.
• 3+ years in ecosystem/VC partnerships, community building, marketing, or founding/operating a startup.
• Fluent in AI concepts, tools, and current trends; active in AI discussions.

Responsibilities

• Own Deel's AI narrative and positioning across the ecosystem.
• Build Deel's place in the AI ecosystem through partnerships and programs.
• Show up where AI happens: events, speaking engagements, and community presence.
• Grow Deel's voice on social media and media, partnering with Marketing and Communications.
• Prove impact with metrics on perception, reach, and employer/brand signals.

Skills

Ecosystem partnerships

Storytelling

Public speaking

Networking Bay Area

Executive presence

English fluency

Education

Strong academic background

Job description

Deel seeks an AI Ecosystem Lead to position Deel as a leading AI-forward company. You will shape Deel’s AI narrative, build strategic partnerships, and create programs that place Deel at the heart of the AI community.

You’ll work with Marketing, Communications, Product, and Partnerships to amplify initiatives and be the face of Deel in the Bay Area AI ecosystem, reporting to the CEO and collaborating across teams.