Marketing New York City | San Francisco Technical Product Marketing Manager

Pinecone; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Technical PMM to enhance AI application development through strategic messaging and product launches. In this pivotal role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive the understanding and adoption of cutting-edge technology. Your expertise in product marketing and technical communication will empower developers and engineers to leverage the platform effectively. Join a dynamic team dedicated to innovation and excellence in AI, where your contributions will directly impact the future of intelligent applications. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about technology, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive health coverage

401(k) Plan

Equity award

Flexible time off

Paid parental leave

Annual Company Retreat

WFH Equipment Stipend

Qualifications

• 5+ years in product marketing, preferably in AI/ML infrastructure.
• Strong technical acumen with experience in vector search and cloud computing.

Responsibilities

• Develop launch plans and manage GTM execution for product releases.
• Create enablement materials and collaborate on technical content.

Skills

Product Marketing

Technical Acumen

AI and ML Knowledge

Cross-functional Collaboration

Communication Skills

Developer Marketing

Technical Messaging

Job description

at Pinecone, New York City | San Francisco

Pinecone is the leading vector database for building accurate and performant AI applications at scale in production. Pinecone's mission is to make AI knowledgeable. More than 5000 customers across various industries have shipped AI applications faster and more confidently with Pinecone's developer-friendly technology. Pinecone is based in New York and raised $138M in funding from Andreessen Horowitz, ICONIQ, Menlo Ventures, and Wing Venture Capital.

About the Role/Team:

As a Senior Technical PMM, you will help developers, software engineers, and machine learning scientists understand how Pinecone enables knowledgeable AI applications. You will accomplish this through messaging and positioning, GTM strategy, launch planning, and enablement for key product features. You will work closely with Product, Sales, Developer Relations, and Marketing teams to ensure our customers understand the value of our platform.

Responsibilities:

1. Product Launches & GTM Strategy:
   1. Develop launch plans for product releases, align with product teams, and manage GTM execution.
   2. Lead core launch teams with cross-functional members (documentation, communications, developer relations, product, growth marketing, etc).
   3. Measure customer impact and adoption post-launch, iterating on strategies as needed.
   4. Craft compelling, technically accurate messaging for AI-powered search and retrieval solutions.
   5. Build product narratives for enterprise and developer audiences that differentiate Pinecone from competitors.
   6. Develop and maintain positioning for new product capabilities.
   7. Partner with customers to develop case studies, gathering business impact metrics and architectural insights.
   8. Engage in customer interviews and research to refine messaging and identify key value drivers.
2. Content Development & Enablement:
   1. Develop internal and external enablement materials, including sales training, pitch decks, and GTM enablement sessions.
   2. Collaborate with marketing to create social posts, blogs, and technical content.

Requirements:

1. 5+ years of experience in product marketing, ideally at a developer-focused or AI/ML infrastructure company.
2. Strong technical acumen with hands-on experience in AI, ML, vector search, cloud computing, or databases.
3. Proven track record in launching technical products and driving adoption in enterprise and developer communities.
4. Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, compelling messaging for different audiences.
5. Experience working cross-functionally with Product, Engineering, Developer Relations, and Sales teams.
6. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
7. Experience in developer marketing or working directly with AI/ML practitioners.
8. Familiarity with vector databases, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), or search technologies.
9. Knowledge of cloud infrastructure and AI model deployment.

Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, vision, and mental health resources

401(k) Plan

Equity award

Flexible time off

Paid parental leave

Annual Company Retreat

WFH Equipment Stipend

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) are the cornerstone of everything we do at Pinecone. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications in a job description. Our top priority is finding the best candidate for the job and if you are interested in the position, we would encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of the qualifications listed in this posting. All qualified applicants will receive considerations for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws.