Head of Marketing Business Operations
The Head of Marketing Business Operations at LaunchDarkly is a pivotal leadership role responsible for executing the company's top marketing initiatives. This position serves as a strategic partner to the SVP of Marketing, ensuring that marketing strategies are translated into clear priorities and actionable plans. The role is integral to bridging gaps between teams, eliminating systemic friction, and maintaining high standards in the execution of critical marketing projects.
Key responsibilities include translating marketing strategies into enterprise-level initiatives, driving critical marketing projects by collaborating with cross-functional leaders, and holding senior stakeholders accountable for outcomes. The role also involves acting as an integrator across the marketing leadership team to ensure alignment and effective decision-making. Additionally, the Head of Marketing Business Operations leads the annual and quarterly marketing planning processes, establishes consistent operating rhythms to enhance visibility and performance, and communicates marketing performance transparently to executives.
Candidates should possess 10-12+ years of experience in B2B marketing strategy, consulting, or operational leadership roles. Demonstrated ability to lead complex, cross-functional initiatives with significant impact across multiple business units is essential. Strong executive presence with the capability to influence senior leadership, a deep understanding of large-scale marketing organizations, and the ability to operate autonomously in high-stakes situations are also required. A proven track record of enhancing organizational effectiveness and execution quality is highly valued.
Compensation for this role varies based on geographic location. For Zone 1 (San Francisco/Bay Area, NYC Metropolitan Area, Boston, Seattle), the salary range is $171,000 - $235,000. For Zone 2 (Irvine, LA, Monterey, Santa Barbara, Santa Rosa, Austin, Portland, Philadelphia, Chicago), the range is $154,000 - $211,000. For Zone 3 (all other US locations), the range is $145,000 - $200,000. Additional benefits include Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), health, vision, and dental insurance, and mental health benefits.
LaunchDarkly fosters a culture that values humility, openness, collaboration, respect, and kindness. The company is committed to diversity and inclusion, ensuring equal opportunities for all employees. Joining LaunchDarkly offers the opportunity to be part of a dynamic team that is dedicated to empowering developers to build better software faster, with ample opportunities for professional growth and development.