Bolt is on a mission to democratize commerce. We relentlessly prioritize our retailers—putting their brands front and center while enabling frictionless shopping at any touchpoint in the customer journey. At the center of it all is our rapidly growing universal shopper network—Bolt merchants such as Revolve, Lily Pulitzer, Kendra Scott, Lucky Brand Jeans, and Jonny Was can access tens of millions of shoppers, offering them a best-in-class checkout.
And revolutionizing ecommerce is only half of the equation—we’re also transforming the way we work. At Bolt, we have created a work environment where people learn to drive impact, take risks and make big bets, and grow from feedback, all while feeling welcomed and accepted for who they are. Come join us on the adventure today!
Your role at Bolt:
We are looking for a Lead Marketing Specialist to join our team and drive strategic marketing initiatives across PR, communications, partnerships, and GTM efforts. This role sits at the intersection of storytelling and strategy, requiring someone who can craft compelling messaging, manage high-impact campaigns, and build strong external relationships that amplify our brand and product presence.
What you will be doing:
- Develop and execute marketing strategy and positioning of integrated Go-To-Market (GTM) strategies for product launches (B2B and B2C), business milestones, campaigns, and insights to advance Bolt’s influence in ecommerce and retail.
- Write and manage press releases, media pitches, and other public-facing communication assets.
- Develop and execute strategic marketing plans across owned, paid, and earned channels driving mutual value for Bolt and merchant partners across Email, Social, Blog, and Web.
- Build and maintain relationships with media, industry influencers, and PR agencies to increase brand visibility.
- Manage media and creative agency partners’ project scope and timelines
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including PR/Comms, product, account management, and the executive leadership team to ensure consistency and brand alignment across messaging.
- Identify, negotiate, and manage strategic partnerships and co-marketing opportunities.
- Measure and report on internal and partner-facing reports to track campaign performance, media coverage, and partner activations to optimize and scale campaigns
- Stay ahead of industry trends and competitor activity to continuously refine messaging and positioning.
What would set you up for success:
- 5-7+ years of experience in Marketing in the B2B tech sector, specifically in communications, public relations, or partnership marketing roles - Fintech or E-Commerce experience preferred.
- Proven track record in writing compelling press releases and external communications that deliver impact.
- Experience managing GTM strategy and executing cross-functional 360 marketing campaigns.
- Strong understanding of the ecommerce/fintech landscape and what resonates with merchants and partners – the ability to marry the goals and objectives of two brands to drive mutual growth.
- Strong network or experience working with media outlets, press contacts, and/or agencies.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with attention to tone, clarity, and audience.
- Comfortable operating at highly strategic and tactical levels, switching between them effortlessly
- Balance of creativity and analysis – the ability to turn data & insights into action and creative problem-solving
- Collaborative mindset with experience managing or aligning cross-departmental initiatives.
- Experience in a startup or high-growth environment is a plus - you are a self-starter with the ability to navigate through ambiguous situations
Estimated cash compensation for this role is $125,000-$140,000 USD, plus equity depending on experience.
Benefits:
- Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental and vision
- Remote-first workplace
- Time away: Flexible PTO, paid holidays + floating holidays, your birthday off!
- Paid parental leave
- Competitive Pay
- Retirement plans
- Virtual and in-person team & company events
In addition to our core values, Bolt is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity and expression, genetic information, pregnancy and related conditions, veteran status or any other reason prohibited by law. On our mission to democratize commerce, the Bolt platform levels the playing field for everyone. As a company, we are committed to designing products, building a culture, and supporting a team that reflects the diverse population we serve (that is, everyone).
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What We Do
Bolt is the checkout, identity, and payments leader powering faster, smarter commerce. Its B2B and B2C offerings form a complementary ecosystem: merchants like Revolve, Benefit Cosmetics, and Kendra Scott use Bolt to boost conversion and loyalty, while 80M+ shoppers benefit from one-click checkout and a secure, cross-site identity. Bolt’s core product suite—CheckoutOS, Bolt Ignite, and the SuperApp, a new all-in-one finance and crypto hub—helps merchants grow while giving consumers convenience and control. From high-risk processing to one-click subscriptions, Bolt replaces fragmented tools with future-ready infrastructure that scales. The result: a frictionless, trusted journey for shoppers—and powerful growth for businesses of all sizes.
Why Work With Us
We’re building more than just a platform. We’re changing the way shoppers purchase online. We’re driven by our values - not only do they guide our work, but they also dictate how we treat one another. We don’t shy away from candid feedback, we welcome it; we don’t win as individuals, we win as a team.
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