Responsibilities
- Own and execute Kong’s global Talent Brand strategy, shaping how candidates experience our culture across every touchpoint
- Partner closely with Talent Acquisition, Marketing and the People team to bring Kong’s employee story to life with consistency and credibility
- Design and run bold, data-driven recruitment marketing campaigns that drive awareness, engagement, and qualified candidate conversion
- Own our employer brand presence across careers site content, social channels, job boards, and review platforms — ensuring a clear, compelling voice that makes our digital footprint unforgettable.
- Use data and experimentation to continuously improve performance, leveraging analytics, UTMs, and reporting to inform decisions
- Champion inclusive storytelling that reflects the diversity of our teams and the culture we’re building. Ensure our messaging reflects the diversity we value and the inclusive culture we’re building.
- Stay ahead of employer brand trends, testing new platforms, formats, and ideas to keep Kong competitive in a crowded talent market
Requirements
- 5+ years in recruitment marketing, employer brand, or talent communications — especially in high-growth or global environments
- Proven experience running social media, digital media buys, and recruitment campaigns with measurable results
- Strong creative sensibility and brand storytelling chops — with an eye for consistency and voice
- Comfort using data and analytics to track performance and inform strategy (GA, UTMs, KPIs)
- Strong project management skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-moving, dynamic, and highly collaborative environment
- A global mindset and appreciation for cultural nuance across candidate markets
Nice to Have
- Experience marketing to or working alongside technical teams (engineering, DevRel, etc.)
- Background in B2B SaaS, open-source, or developer-first organizations
- Experience with digital reputation management (e.g. Glassdoor, LinkedIn reviews)
Additional Information
- Travel as needed
- We are remote-friendly, with hybrid flexibility if hired in a location with an office presence
- Must be willing to complete Kong’s employment process, including a background check
