Director of Product Marketing

Director of Product Marketing QuantumScape is on a mission to transform energy storage with solid-state lithium-metal battery technology. The company's next-generation batteries are designed to enable greater energy density, faster charging and enhanced safety to support the transition away from legacy energy sources toward a lower carbon future.
The Marketing and Business Development organization drives QuantumScape's growth by defining our market strategy, shaping customer engagement, and bringing cutting-edge solid-state battery technology to global partners. We are a cross-functional team of strategists, application engineers, and marketers who thrive at the intersection of technology and market transformation.
QuantumScape is seeking a Director of Product Marketing to define, position, and scale our technology licensing and transfer business model for advanced solid-state battery technology. This new leadership role will be central to establishing QuantumScape's commercial product offering, articulating the value proposition to potential licensees, and aligning internal teams around a cohesive market strategy. This position requires a blend of technical depth, business acumen, and strategic marketing expertise—ideal for a leader who can translate complex battery technology into compelling business solutions for automotive OEMs, QS ecosystem suppliers, and manufacturing partners.
What You'll Do:
Define QuantumScape's product and value proposition for technology licensing and transfer customers
Develop and own product positioning, messaging, and shape go-to-market strategy for IP and manufacturing technology transfer offerings
Collaborate with R&D, Engineering, and Business Development teams to translate technical capabilities into commercial deliverables
Partner with the executive team to shape pricing, licensing models, and commercialization frameworks
Lead competitive market analysis and identify strategic opportunities for differentiation and value capture
Develop marketing assets, sales enablement materials, and customer narratives that communicate QuantumScape's technical leadership
Support key partner negotiations and technology transfer discussions with data-driven insights and strategic context
Build the foundation for a scalable licensing business, including market segmentation, customer journey mapping, and feedback loops to the product roadmap
Skills You'll Need:
10+ years of experience in product marketing, product management, or strategy in advanced technology or energy industries
Experience with technology licensing, B2B commercialization, or technology transfer models (semiconductors, energy storage, materials science, or automotive sectors preferred)
Excellent ability to synthesize complex technical information into clear business value propositions
Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional teams and influencing senior stakeholders
MBA or advanced degree in engineering, materials science, or related technical field strongly preferred
Nice to Have:
Strong understanding of battery technology, electrochemistry, or manufacturing processes
Experience launching or managing licensing programs in advanced materials or clean tech
Familiarity with intellectual property strategy, technology evaluation, or licensing agreements
Prior work with global OEMs or Tier 1 suppliers in the automotive or energy storage industry
Compensation & Benefits: The expected salary range for this role is $153,000 to $244,800 depending on experience and education. QuantumScape also offers an annual bonus, a competitive equity package, and a comprehensive benefits plan, including fully paid health care, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), and other benefits.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive benefits and privileges of employment.