MongoDB
We’re looking for a Director of Executive Communications to shape how MongoDB’s leaders communicate and how the world understands MongoDB. You will play a central role in elevating the CEO and senior leadership as influential voices in the AI and data ecosystem. This role combines strategic judgment, hands‑on execution, and cross‑functional leadership to help shape the company’s narrative during a defining phase of growth.
You will partner closely with the CEO, senior executives, and leaders across Marketing, Product, Internal Communications, PR, Investor Relations, and Strategic Events. You will build systems that scale executive storytelling, strengthen internal clarity, and reinforce MongoDB’s leadership narrative in global markets.
What You’ll Do
1/ Executive Platform and Thought Leadership
Lead the executive communications program for the CEO and select senior leaders
Define strategic themes, audiences, and channels that shape executive visibility
Write speeches, talking points, op‑edsv, scripts, internal narratives, social content, and long‑form messages that simplify complex ideas
Partner with Strategic Events on keynote development and flagship moments
Evaluate and recommend high‑impact opportunities, including industry stages, media, analyst platforms, podcasts, and global forums
Maintain a consistent publishing and messaging rhythm that reinforces MongoDB’s voice across the AI, developer, and enterprise software ecosystems
2/ Narrative Development and Cross‑Company Storytelling
Shape and evolve the MongoDB narrative so product, culture, and mission show up as one clear story
Collaborate with Product Marketing, PR, Brand, IR, and Internal Communications to align messaging across channels and audiences
Develop messaging frameworks, playbooks, and scalable storytelling systems used across functions
Translate innovation, customer success, and developer momentum into narratives that support broader company priorities
3/ Strategic Counsel and Leadership Advisory
Serve as a trusted advisor to executives on communications clarity, tone, and strategic positioning
Support communication needs for earnings cycles, major launches, organizational changes, internal all‑hands, and company‑wide moments
Move easily between strategic planning and detailed execution while keeping stakeholders aligned
Anticipate issues, shape response strategies, and support reputation and crisis communications in partnership with Legal, PR, and leadership
Lead complex cross‑functional projects with clear plans, strong project management, and defined success metrics
4/ Team Leadership and Operational Excellence
Manage and develop a high‑performing team; hire, coach, and retain talent
Translate strategic plans into operational processes, ensuring execution quality and clarity of ownership
Oversee or influence portions of the communications budget and agency partnerships
Guide reviewers, stakeholders, and cross‑functional partners through clear processes and timelines
Regularly collaborate with cross‑functional VPs and senior leaders, influencing decisions and aligning messaging in sensitive or high‑stakes situations
Build productive relationships with agencies, vendors, executive producers, and external partners as needed
5/ Innovation, Impact, and Systems Building
Introduce new approaches, channels, and formats to elevate executive storytelling
Build repeatable systems and templates that scale communications across the company
Use data, insights, and qualitative feedback to measure message resonance and improve communication effectiveness
Lead forward‑thinking initiatives that strengthen MongoDB’s reputation and internal clarity
Serve as a role model of MongoDB’s values and contribute to broader org‑wide efforts such as training, knowledge sharing, and recruiting
Who You Are
12–15 years of communications experience with significant time spent in executive communications, strategic storytelling, thought leadership, or corporate communications
Proven success supporting senior executives and influencing across complex, cross‑functional environments
Recognized as a strategic thinker who can bring structure to ambiguity, solve multi‑dimensional problems, and move fluidly between detail and strategy
Strong writer who can simplify technical topics such as AI, data platforms, enterprise software, or developer tools into compelling, accessible narratives
Experienced people manager who leads teams, coaches talent, manages through change, and sets clear priorities
Skilled at translating strategy into operational plans and driving execution with urgency and high quality
Comfortable managing agency partners, vendors, and budgets
Data‑minded communicator who uses insights to shape decisions and evaluate program impact
Effective presenter and facilitator who can lead sensitive or politically complex conversations with executives
Collaborative, curious, and energized by helping leaders communicate with clarity, purpose, and influence on a global stage
About MongoDB
MongoDB is built for change, empowering our customers and our people to innovate at the speed of the market. We have redefined the database for the AI era, enabling innovators to create, transform, and disrupt industries with software. MongoDB’s unified database platform—the most widely available, globally distributed database on the market—helps organizations modernize legacy workloads, embrace innovation, and unleash AI. Our cloud‑native platform, MongoDB Atlas, is the only globally distributed, multi‑cloud database and is available across AWS, Google Cloud, and Microsoft Azure. With offices worldwide and nearly 60,000 customers—including 75% of the Fortune 100 and AI‑native startups—relying on MongoDB for their most important applications, we’re powering the next era of software. Our compass at MongoDB is our Leadership Commitment (https://www.mongodb.com/company) guiding how and why we make decisions, show up for each other, and win. It’s what makes us MongoDB. To drive the personal growth and business impact of our employees, we’re committed to developing a supportive and enriching culture for everyone. From employee affinity groups, to fertility assistance and a generous parental leave policy (https://www.mongodb.com/company/blog/culture/employee-benefits-that-make-a-difference-at-mongodb), we value our employees’ wellbeing and want to support them along every step of their professional and personal journeys. Learn more about what it’s like to work at MongoDB (https://www.mongodb.com/blog/channel/culture), and help us make an impact on the world! MongoDB is committed to providing any necessary accommodations for individuals with disabilities within our application and interview process. To request an accommodation due to a disability, please inform your recruiter. MongoDB, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and makes all hiring decisions without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. MongoDB’s base salary range for this role is posted below. Compensation at the time of offer is unique to each candidate and based on a variety of factors such as skill set, experience, qualifications, and work location. Salary is one part of MongoDB’s total compensation and benefits package. Other benefits for eligible employees may include: equity, participation in the employee stock purchase program, flexible paid time off, 20 weeks fully‑paid gender‑neutral parental leave, fertility and adoption assistance, 401(k) plan, mental health counseling, access to transgender‑inclusive health insurance coverage, and health benefits offerings. Please note, the base salary range listed below and the benefits in this paragraph are only applicable to U.S.-based candidates. MongoDB’s base salary range for this role in the U.S. is: $115,000—$226,000 USD
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1/ Executive Platform and Thought Leadership
Lead the executive communications program for the CEO and select senior leaders
Define strategic themes, audiences, and channels that shape executive visibility
Write speeches, talking points, op‑edsv, scripts, internal narratives, social content, and long‑form messages that simplify complex ideas
Partner with Strategic Events on keynote development and flagship moments
Evaluate and recommend high‑impact opportunities, including industry stages, media, analyst platforms, podcasts, and global forums
Maintain a consistent publishing and messaging rhythm that reinforces MongoDB’s voice across the AI, developer, and enterprise software ecosystems
2/ Narrative Development and Cross‑Company Storytelling
Shape and evolve the MongoDB narrative so product, culture, and mission show up as one clear story
Collaborate with Product Marketing, PR, Brand, IR, and Internal Communications to align messaging across channels and audiences
Develop messaging frameworks, playbooks, and scalable storytelling systems used across functions
Translate innovation, customer success, and developer momentum into narratives that support broader company priorities
3/ Strategic Counsel and Leadership Advisory
Serve as a trusted advisor to executives on communications clarity, tone, and strategic positioning
Support communication needs for earnings cycles, major launches, organizational changes, internal all‑hands, and company‑wide moments
Move easily between strategic planning and detailed execution while keeping stakeholders aligned
Anticipate issues, shape response strategies, and support reputation and crisis communications in partnership with Legal, PR, and leadership
Lead complex cross‑functional projects with clear plans, strong project management, and defined success metrics
4/ Team Leadership and Operational Excellence
Manage and develop a high‑performing team; hire, coach, and retain talent
Translate strategic plans into operational processes, ensuring execution quality and clarity of ownership
Oversee or influence portions of the communications budget and agency partnerships
Guide reviewers, stakeholders, and cross‑functional partners through clear processes and timelines
Regularly collaborate with cross‑functional VPs and senior leaders, influencing decisions and aligning messaging in sensitive or high‑stakes situations
Build productive relationships with agencies, vendors, executive producers, and external partners as needed
5/ Innovation, Impact, and Systems Building
Introduce new approaches, channels, and formats to elevate executive storytelling
Build repeatable systems and templates that scale communications across the company
Use data, insights, and qualitative feedback to measure message resonance and improve communication effectiveness
Lead forward‑thinking initiatives that strengthen MongoDB’s reputation and internal clarity
Serve as a role model of MongoDB’s values and contribute to broader org‑wide efforts such as training, knowledge sharing, and recruiting
Who You Are
12–15 years of communications experience with significant time spent in executive communications, strategic storytelling, thought leadership, or corporate communications
Proven success supporting senior executives and influencing across complex, cross‑functional environments
Recognized as a strategic thinker who can bring structure to ambiguity, solve multi‑dimensional problems, and move fluidly between detail and strategy
Strong writer who can simplify technical topics such as AI, data platforms, enterprise software, or developer tools into compelling, accessible narratives
Experienced people manager who leads teams, coaches talent, manages through change, and sets clear priorities
Skilled at translating strategy into operational plans and driving execution with urgency and high quality
Comfortable managing agency partners, vendors, and budgets
Data‑minded communicator who uses insights to shape decisions and evaluate program impact
Effective presenter and facilitator who can lead sensitive or politically complex conversations with executives
Collaborative, curious, and energized by helping leaders communicate with clarity, purpose, and influence on a global stage
About MongoDB
MongoDB is built for change, empowering our customers and our people to innovate at the speed of the market. We have redefined the database for the AI era, enabling innovators to create, transform, and disrupt industries with software. MongoDB’s unified database platform—the most widely available, globally distributed database on the market—helps organizations modernize legacy workloads, embrace innovation, and unleash AI. Our cloud‑native platform, MongoDB Atlas, is the only globally distributed, multi‑cloud database and is available across AWS, Google Cloud, and Microsoft Azure. With offices worldwide and nearly 60,000 customers—including 75% of the Fortune 100 and AI‑native startups—relying on MongoDB for their most important applications, we’re powering the next era of software. Our compass at MongoDB is our Leadership Commitment (https://www.mongodb.com/company) guiding how and why we make decisions, show up for each other, and win. It’s what makes us MongoDB. To drive the personal growth and business impact of our employees, we’re committed to developing a supportive and enriching culture for everyone. From employee affinity groups, to fertility assistance and a generous parental leave policy (https://www.mongodb.com/company/blog/culture/employee-benefits-that-make-a-difference-at-mongodb), we value our employees’ wellbeing and want to support them along every step of their professional and personal journeys. Learn more about what it’s like to work at MongoDB (https://www.mongodb.com/blog/channel/culture), and help us make an impact on the world! MongoDB is committed to providing any necessary accommodations for individuals with disabilities within our application and interview process. To request an accommodation due to a disability, please inform your recruiter. MongoDB, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and makes all hiring decisions without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. MongoDB’s base salary range for this role is posted below. Compensation at the time of offer is unique to each candidate and based on a variety of factors such as skill set, experience, qualifications, and work location. Salary is one part of MongoDB’s total compensation and benefits package. Other benefits for eligible employees may include: equity, participation in the employee stock purchase program, flexible paid time off, 20 weeks fully‑paid gender‑neutral parental leave, fertility and adoption assistance, 401(k) plan, mental health counseling, access to transgender‑inclusive health insurance coverage, and health benefits offerings. Please note, the base salary range listed below and the benefits in this paragraph are only applicable to U.S.-based candidates. MongoDB’s base salary range for this role in the U.S. is: $115,000—$226,000 USD
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