Social Media Specialist, Linux Foundation
$85-100k
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Open source hub for developers
Job no longer available
Open source hub for developers
501-1000 employees
Job no longer available
$85-100k
More information about location
501-1000 employees
Company mission
To create new technology categories by identifying trends, accelerating the growth of nascent technologies, and removing barriers to adoption.
Role
Who you are
- Proven track record of leveraging data-driven strategies to achieve measurable growth
- Know your way around social platforms such as X and LinkedIn with proven experience implementing campaigns, increasing visibility, and driving engagement
- 4+ years of experience in social media management and strategy across various platforms including X, LinkedIn, Bluesky, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and others
- Proven ability to grow and manage the social media presence of a technology company
- Experience with audience segmentation, persona building, SEO, and hashtag strategy
- Strong writing skills with a knack for creating engaging, concise, and impactful content
- Experience tracking and interpreting social media analytics to optimize engagement and performance
- A highly creative and strategic mindset with an eye for detail
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and managing multiple priorities
- Proficiency in content management systems (CMS), with social media tools (such as Hootsuite), and analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, HubSpot)
- Ability to travel (domestic and international)
What the job involves
- We are looking for an experienced Social Media Specialist with a strong analytical and creative skillset to join the marketing team
- This role is primarily dedicated to CNCF and reports to the head of marketing
- Develop and execute social media strategies to grow awareness and engagement
- Manage and expand our presence on LinkedIn, X, BlueSky, and other relevant platforms by teaming with marketing functions to promote and develop high-quality, engaging content
- Own the social calendar, crafting posts, graphics, and campaigns that align with our brand voice and business goals
- Monitor industry trends and social conversations to position CNCF as a valued organization and thought leader in the open source space
- Collaborate cross-functionally to amplify key announcements and initiatives
- Analyze social media metrics to track performance, identify insights, and refine content strategies
- Experiment with new formats and platforms to drive innovative and impactful storytelling
Our take
The Linux Foundation powers decentralised innovation through its neutral, open-source hub for developers to code, manage, and scale open technology products and ecosystems. The company has a long-standing reputation as one of the most trusted sources on the market.
Utilised by a wide range of organisations, including some of the top enterprises in the world (such as Intel, Fujitsu, Microsoft, and Samsung), the company has over 17,000 organisations contributing to its hub, adding 51M+ lines of code each week.
The company also leads education programs, providing users with training & certification focused on area-specific technical competencies, called SkillCreds, to empower professionals to find new ways to stand out in the highly competitive technology landscape.
With a consistent and ever-growing portfolio of partnerships and innovative projects, along with its recently launched European division, The Linux Foundation is well-set to be a core contributor to open-source innovation around the globe for years to come.
Freddie
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
10% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (1 round)
Mar 2026
$12.5m
GRANT
Total funding: $12.5m
Company benefits
- 100% Paid Health Care for Families & Individuals
- Unlimited PTO
- 12 Fully Paid Weeks of Parental Care for Primary and Secondary Caregivers
- Full 401(k) Match (up to the government maximum)
- Virtual Workforce
- Stipend for Home Office Setup, Buying Computers, and Renting Co-Working Spaces
Company HQ
Presidio of San Francisco, San Francisco, CA
Leadership
Jim Zemlin
(CEO)Founder & former Director of Marketing at Corio. Previous VP of Marketing at Covalent.
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