Head of Marketing

RunPod, Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

A cutting-edge AI solutions company seeks a Head of Marketing to lead its marketing function. This role requires defining the marketing strategy, building a marketing team, and driving both PLG and sales-led growth. Ideal candidates have 6+ years in marketing, especially in tech, and experience with developer tools. A remote work option is available with competitive compensation and equity options.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Equity options

Generous medical, dental & vision plans

Flexible PTO

$1,200 Home Office & Equipment Stipend

Qualifications

• 6+ years in marketing with at least 2+ years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record of growing a self-serve product, ideally in tech.
• Successful completion of a background check.

Responsibilities

• Define and own the overall marketing strategy.
• Build the marketing function including demand generation.
• Craft clear communications for developers.

Skills

Leadership in marketing

PLG expertise

Sales enablement

Developer-first mindset

Go-to-market creativity

Builder mentality

Job description

Overview

Runpod is pioneering the future of AI and machine learning, offering cutting-edge cloud infrastructure for full-stack AI applications. Founded in 2022, we are a rapidly growing, well-funded company with a remote-first organization spread globally. Our mission is to empower innovators and enterprises to unlock AI's true potential, driving technology and transforming industries. Join us as we shape the future of AI.

We’re looking for a Head of Marketing to lead Runpod’s marketing function and help us scale our go-to-market motions across both PLG (self-serve) and sales-led acquisition. You’ll be the architect of our developer-focused narrative, build awareness, and drive adoption through signal stacking, partnerships, and creative campaigns.

This is a hands-on, builder role—ideal for someone who wants to lead but isn’t afraid to roll up their sleeves and execute.

Responsibilities

• Define and own the overall marketing strategy for both PLG and sales-led growth.
• Build the marketing function from the ground up, including demand generation, developer marketing, and partner marketing.
• Drive acquisition and engagement for our self-serve motion.
• Craft clear, compelling developer communications, content, and campaigns that resonate with technical users.
• Optimize funnel performance through signal stacking and experimentation.
• Partner closely with Sales to fuel pipeline generation.
• Build scalable playbooks for ABM, events, and campaigns targeting enterprise buyers.

Brand & Partnerships

• Position Runpod as the go-to platform for developers and companies building with AI.
• Build and strengthen partnerships with ecosystems, communities, and key platforms.
• Amplify Runpod’s presence through thought leadership, events, and strategic collaborations.

Requirements

• 6+ years in marketing with at least 2+ years in a leadership role at a high-growth tech startup.
• PLG expertise: Proven track record of growing a self-serve product, ideally in developer tools, infrastructure, or SaaS.
• Sales enablement: Experience supporting a sales-led motion in parallel with PLG.
• Developer-first mindset: Ability to communicate authentically with developers through content, community, and partnerships.
• Go-to-market creativity: Comfort with testing new channels, storytelling approaches, and growth strategies.
• Builder mentality: Excited to own strategy and execution in a lean, fast-moving startup.
• Successful completion of a background check.

What You’ll Receive

• The competitive base pay for this position ranges from $180,000 - $280,000. This salary range may be inclusive of several career levels at Runpod and will be narrowed during the interview process based on a number of factors, including the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and location.
• Meaningful equity in a fast-growing AI infra company — everyone on the team receives stock options; your impact drives our growth, and you share in the upside.
• Generous medical, dental & vision plans — we cover 100% for all employees and partial for dependents.
• Flexible PTO — take the time you need to recharge.
• Most roles are remote-first with inclusive, collaborative teams.
• $1,200 Home Office & Equipment Stipend — we set you up for success from day one with gear and support to create your ideal workspace.

EEO Statement: Runpod is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We welcome applicants eligible to work in the United States. We do not sponsor employment visas at this time.