Akamai Technologies · 16 hours ago
Community Manager
Cambridge, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$105K/yr - $190K/yr
8+ years expAkamai Technologies is dedicated to fostering vibrant technical communities and creating lasting connections. As a Community Manager, you will guide the online presence across Discord and social media, collaborate with influencers, and lead initiatives that drive community growth and long-term loyalty.
Cyber SecurityDigital MediaSaaSSoftwareVideo Streaming
Responsibilities
Building and moderating a high-energy community on Discord, ensuring it remains a helpful, safe, and engaging space for technical discussion
Developing and executing a social media strategy that drives engagement and keeps our community informed on the latest trends and updates
Identifying and collaborating with industry influencers and key opinion leaders to expand our reach and build credibility within the ecosystem
Organizing and managing community initiatives such as contributor programs, beta testing groups, and developer recognition awards
Engaging with the community in person at events, conferences, and local meetups to strengthen relationships and represent the brand
Planning and executing virtual meetups, AMAs (Ask Me Anythings), and community-led workshops to foster knowledge sharing
Tracking and reporting on community health metrics, sentiment, and growth to inform broader marketing and produce strategies
Acting as a tireless advocate for the community internally, ensuring their feedback and needs are communicated to product and engineering teams
Qualification
Required
Have a Bachelor's Degree and 8 years of experience or its equivalent
Have a proven track record of managing and growing online communities, particularly on Discord and technical social media platforms (X/Twitter, LinkedIn, etc.)
Have experience identifying, reaching out to, and managing relationships with technical influencers and content creators
Be a natural communicator with the ability to navigate complex community dynamics with empathy and professionalism
Have experience organizing and hosting both virtual and in-person community events, meetups, or hackathons
Be proactive in launching new initiatives that reward community participation and foster a sense of belonging
Understand the developer mindset and be comfortable engaging in technical or semi-technical discussions
Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and managing multiple community channels simultaneously
Benefits
Healthcare
401K savings plan
Company holidays
Vacation (in the form of PTO)
Sick time
Family friendly benefits including parental leave
Employee assistance program including a focus on mental and financial wellness
Company
Akamai Technologies
Akamai is a provider of cloud services that help enterprises provide secure, high-performing user experiences on any device.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.63BKey Investors
IVP
2025-05-14Post Ipo Debt· $1.5B
2023-08-15Post Ipo Debt· $1.1B
2001-08-01Post Ipo Equity
Leadership Team
Tom Leighton
Chief Executive Officer
Charlie Gero
CTO
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