Event Marketing Specialist
Redwood City
Marketing – Marketing /
Full-Time /
Hybrid
Zilliz is a fast-growing startup developing the industry’s leading vector database company for enterprise-grade AI. Founded by the engineers behind Milvus, the world’s most popular open-source vector database, the company builds next-generation database technologies to help organizations quickly create AI applications. On a mission to democratize AI, Zilliz is committed to simplifying data management for AI applications and making vector databases accessible to every organization.
We’re seeking a highly organized and proactive Event Marketing Specialist who thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments. This role focuses on planning, executing, and optimizing Zilliz’s event marketing initiatives across global markets—including North America and Europe. You’ll play a key role in managing both large-scale technology events (e.g., AWS re:Invent, tech conferences) and smaller community-driven meetups to strengthen Zilliz’s global brand presence and engagement.
What you'll do
- Research and identify high-impact technology events globally (with a focus on North America and Europe) for sponsorship, speaking opportunities, and partnerships
- Plan, coordinate, and execute event marketing programs, including large-scale conferences, trade shows, and small community events
- Manage event logistics from pre-event planning to post-event follow-up, ensuring seamless coordination with vendors, partners, and internal teams
- Collaborate with marketing, sales, and product teams to develop event messaging, materials, and engagement strategies
- Lead event operations and on-site execution to ensure high-quality brand representation and attendee experience
- Track, analyze, and report on event performance metrics to measure ROI and inform future strategy
- Manage event-related budgets, timelines, and deliverables to ensure efficient execution
- Support virtual event initiatives and webinars as needed to reach broader audiences
Why we're looking for
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field
- 2–4 years of experience in event marketing, field marketing, or experiential marketing—preferably in the technology or B2B SaaS sector
- Strong project management and organizational skills with a keen attention to detail
- Demonstrated experience managing end-to-end event processes (planning, logistics, execution, and reporting)
- Familiarity with global event sponsorship and partnership processes
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work cross-functionally and externally with partners
- Proficiency with marketing tools (e.g., HubSpot, Eventbrite, Asana, Google Workspace) and understanding of event analytics
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, startup environment with a proactive and problem-solving mindset
- Flexibility to travel domestically and internationally for events as required
Benefits
- Competitive compensation (cash + equity)
- Regular bonus and equity refresh opportunities
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and global well-being days
- Generous 401(k) and regional retirement plans
Zilliz is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome people from all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, physical disability, or length of time spent unemployed.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
