VP, Communication

Replit

Senior role leading communications strategy at Replit, an AI software creation platform. Collaborating across teams to enhance corporate narrative and media presence while targeting global markets.

Posted 7/21/2026full-timeFoster City • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $300,000 - $390,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading and scaling communications functions within fast-growing technology companies, with a strong focus on AI, developer tools, and enterprise markets. Proven ability to craft compelling narratives and manage cross-functional communications programs that enhance corporate reputation and visibility.

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12+ Years Experience In CommunicationsStrong Relationships With MediaCrisis Communications ManagementCross-Functional LeadershipAI Landscape Understanding

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Hard Skills

Corporate Communications StrategyMedia RelationsExecutive CommunicationsCrisis CommunicationsStrategic MessagingInternal CommunicationsExternal CommunicationsAgency ManagementNarrative DevelopmentCommunications Program Execution

Soft Skills

Excellent Written CommunicationExcellent Verbal CommunicationStrong JudgmentCreative MindsetResourcefulness

Certifications & Qualifications

BA/BS Degree

Industry Keywords

AISoftware DevelopmentEnterprise ProductivityDeveloper ToolsCorporate AffairsPolicy IssuesGlobal CommunicationsFast-Growing Technology CompanyCross-Functional CollaborationHigh-Stakes Company Moments

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Help lead and scale Replit’s communications function, including communications strategy, team structure, agency management, operating rhythms, and execution standards.
Develop and evolve Replit’s corporate narrative as the company expands across AI, developer tools, enterprise, consumer, education, and global markets.
Lead communications programs across company announcements, product launches, enterprise momentum, customer stories, partnerships, policy-related issues, executive visibility, awards, events, and thought leadership.
Shape how the market understands Replit as an agentic software creation platform that enables anyone to build applications using natural language.
Build clear, credible narratives around AI-powered software creation, developer productivity, enterprise adoption, security, governance, education, and the future of work.
Partner with the CEO, executive team, and functional leaders on positioning, reputation, media strategy, internal communications, and high-stakes company moments.
Build and maintain strong relationships with technology, business, AI, enterprise, developer, policy, and international media.
Partner closely with product, engineering, marketing, sales, partnerships, legal, policy, people, and finance to create coordinated communications programs that support company priorities.
Lead or support internal communications, including company meetings, leadership messaging, employee announcements, change communications, and moments that help the company stay aligned as it scales.
Manage proactive and reactive communications, including rapid response, issues management, crisis communications, and sensitive topics.
Prepare executives and spokespeople for media interviews, podcasts, conferences, customer events, internal moments, and industry presentations.
Support Replit’s global communications strategy, with particular focus on expanding awareness in Europe and Asia.
Track the AI, software, developer, enterprise, startup, and policy landscape to identify where Replit should lead, respond, or reframe the conversation.
Build a communications culture that values speed, clarity, creativity, judgment, and proof.

Requirements

What you’ll need

BA/BS degree or equivalent practical experience.
12+ years of experience in communications, PR, media, corporate affairs, or related fields for Director level; 15+ years for VP level.
Experience building, scaling, or significantly expanding a communications function at a fast-growing technology company.
Proven experience working directly with founders, CEOs, executives, and senior cross-functional leaders.
Strong relationships with technology, business, enterprise, AI, developer, and/or policy media.
Experience managing external agencies and cross-functional communications programs on a global level
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages for users, developers, enterprise buyers, employees, policymakers, partners, and the press.
Strong understanding of the AI landscape and how AI is changing software development, enterprise productivity, and the future of work.
Experience across several communications disciplines, including external communications, internal communications, media relations, executive communications, crisis communications, and strategic messaging.
Ability to translate complex technical ideas into clear, compelling stories without losing substance.
Cross-functional leadership experience, with the ability to influence and collaborate across product, engineering, sales, marketing, legal, policy, finance, and people teams.
Ability to see the big picture while operating in execution mode.
Passionate about their craft and the impact they can have
Strong judgment in fast-moving, high-pressure environments.
A creative, resourceful, “do more with less” mindset.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Salary & Equity
401(k) Program with a 4% match (*US Only*)
Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
Short Term and Long Term Disability
Paid Parental, Medical, Caregiver Leave
Flexible Time Off (FTO) + Holidays
Commuter Benefits (*In-Office Only*)
Monthly Wellness Stipend
Autonomous Work Environment
In Office Set-Up Reimbursement (*In-Office Only*)
Quarterly Team Gatherings
In Office Amenities (*In-Office Only*)