Social Media Specialist

Linux Foundation Overview

The Linux Foundation is the organization of choice for the world’s top developers and companies to build ecosystems that accelerate open technology development and commercial adoption. Together with the worldwide open source community, we’re helping to solve the hardest technology problems through mass collaboration at scale. For more information: https://www.linuxfoundation.org

Cloud Native Computing Foundation Overview

Cloud Native Computing Foundation is creating and driving the adoption of a new computing paradigm that is optimized for modern distributed systems environments capable of scaling to tens of thousands of healing multi-tenant nodes. Cloud native systems will be containerized, dynamically orchestrated and microservices-oriented. CNCF currently hosts Kubernetes, Prometheus, OpenTracing, fluentd, linkerd, gRPC, CoreDNS, containerd, rkt and CNI. For more information: https://www.cncf.io/.

We are looking for an experienced Social Media Specialist with a strong analytical and creative skillset to join the marketing team. Proven track record of leveraging data-driven strategies to achieve measurable growth. Know your way around social platforms such as X and LinkedIn with proven experience implementing campaigns, increasing visibility, and driving engagement. This role is primarily dedicated to CNCF and reports to the head of marketing. 

• Develop and execute social media strategies to grow awareness and engagement.

• Manage and expand our presence on LinkedIn, X, BlueSky, and other relevant platforms by teaming with marketing functions to promote and develop high-quality, engaging content.

• Own the social calendar, crafting posts, graphics, and campaigns that align with our brand voice and business goals.

• Monitor industry trends and social conversations to position CNCF as a valued organization and thought leader in the open source space.

• Collaborate cross-functionally to amplify key announcements and initiatives.

• Analyze social media metrics to track performance, identify insights, and refine content strategies.

• Experiment with new formats and platforms to drive innovative and impactful storytelling.

• 4+ years of experience in social media management and strategy across various platforms including X, LinkedIn, Bluesky, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and others.

• Proven ability to grow and manage the social media presence of a technology company.

• Experience with audience segmentation, persona building, SEO, and hashtag strategy. 

• Strong writing skills with a knack for creating engaging, concise, and impactful content.

• Experience tracking and interpreting social media analytics to optimize engagement and performance.

• A highly creative and strategic mindset with an eye for detail.

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and managing multiple priorities.

• Proficiency in content management systems (CMS), with social media tools (such as Hootsuite), and analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, HubSpot).

• Ability to travel (domestic and international)

Salary $85,000-$100,000 USD

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.