APAC Marketing Director

Founded in 2012, H2O.ai is on a mission to democratize AI. As the world’s leading agentic AI company, H2O.ai converges Generative and Predictive AI to help enterprises and public sector agencies develop purpose-built GenAI applications on their private data. Its open-source technology is trusted by over 20,000 organizations worldwide - including more than half of the Fortune 500 - H2O.ai powers AI transformation for companies like AT&T, Commonwealth Bank of Australia, Singtel, Chipotle, Workday, Progressive Insurance, and NIH.

H2O.ai partners include Dell Technologies, Deloitte, Ernst & Young (EY), NVIDIA, Snowflake, AWS, Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and VAST. H2O.ai’s AI for Good program supports nonprofit groups, foundations, and communities in advancing education, healthcare, and environmental conservation. With a vibrant community of 2 million data scientists worldwide, H2O.ai aims to co-create valuable AI applications for all users.

H2O.ai has raised $256 million from investors, including Commonwealth Bank, NVIDIA, Goldman Sachs, Wells Fargo, Capital One, Nexus Ventures and New York Life. 

About This Opportunity 

The APAC Marketing Director is responsible for leading and executing the regional marketing strategy across Asia-Pacific markets. This role drives brand growth, customer/partner engagement, and revenue generation through integrated marketing initiatives tailored to diverse cultural and business environments. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker, hands-on marketer, with deep regional expertise.

What You Will Do 

• Regional Strategy & Planning
  • Develop and implement APAC marketing strategies aligned with global objectives and local market dynamics.
  • Conduct market research to identify trends, customer insights, and competitive positioning.
• Brand & Campaign Management
  • Oversee brand positioning, messaging, and creative execution across APAC.
  • Launch integrated campaigns (digital, PR, events, content) tailored to local audiences.
• Digital & Performance Marketing
  • Drive digital marketing initiatives including SEO/SEM, social media, email, and paid media.
  • Optimize performance marketing metrics and ROI across channels.
• Partnerships & Events
  • Manage strategic partnerships, sponsorships, and regional events to enhance brand visibility.
  • Represent the brand at key industry conferences and forums.
• Budget & Analytics
• Own the regional marketing budget and ensure efficient allocation of resources.
• Track KPIs, analyze campaign performance, and report to executive leadership.

What We Are Looking For 

• 10+ years of marketing experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role in APAC.
• Proven success in developing and executing regional marketing strategies.
• Strong understanding of APAC markets, cultures, and consumer behavior.
• Experience in B2B, B2C, or hybrid marketing environments.
• Expertise in digital marketing, brand management, and data analytics.
• Excellent communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or related field; MBA preferred.

How to Stand Out From the Crowd

• Multilingual capabilities (e.g., Mandarin, Japanese, Bahasa) a plus.
• Experience in tech, FMCG, finance, or healthcare sectors.
• Ability to thrive in a start-up environment
• Ability to travel
• Passion for innovation, storytelling, and customer-centric marketing.

Why H2O.ai?

• Market Leader in Total Rewards
• Remote-Friendly Culture
• Flexible working environment
• Be part of a world-class team
• Career Growth

H2O.ai is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability status or any other legally protected basis.

H2O.ai is an innovative AI cloud platform company, leading the mission to democratize AI for everyone. Thousands of organizations from all over the world have used our cutting-edge technology across a variety of industries. We’ve made it easy for people at all levels to generate breakthrough solutions to complex business problems and advance the discovery of new ideas and revenue streams. We push the boundaries of what is possible with artificial intelligence. 

H2O.ai employs the world’s top Kaggle Grandmasters, the community of best-in-the-world machine learning practitioners and data scientists. A strong AI for Good ethos and responsible AI drive the company’s purpose.

Please visit www.H2O.ai to learn more.