Social Media Manager

Kodiak Robotics, Inc. was founded in 2018 and has become a leader in autonomous ground transportation committed to a safer and more efficient future for all. The company is hiring a Social Media Manager to lead daily social channel management, content development, community management, cross-functional collaboration, and analytics.

Responsibilities

Lead daily management of LinkedIn, X, Instagram, YouTube, Reddit, and emerging channels; Develop platform-specific posting strategies and maintain an organized content calendar; Translate campaigns, product updates, events, and announcements into channel-appropriate content; Monitor competitive activity and platform trends to inform ongoing adjustments; Write crisp, on-brand copy that reflects Kodiak’s tone and strategic messaging; Create short-form content using existing footage, images, and assets in collaboration with internal creative resources; Collaborate with video and design partners to produce social-ready assets for campaigns and launches; Monitor and respond to comments and brand mentions daily to maintain a thoughtful and accurate presence; Flag sentiment shifts, misinformation, or controversial topics to Marketing and Comms; Support proactive engagement with industry influencers, analysts, and partners when appropriate; Partner with Marketing, Comms, Legal, and IR to ensure messaging accuracy and compliance; Support major announcements and events (press, partnerships, executive appearances, milestones); Coordinate with content producers and designers to ensure channel-aligned creative; Align social performance with broader campaign goals and OKRs; Track KPIs across engagement, reach, follower growth, traffic, and content performance; Produce regular insights and recommendations to improve channel effectiveness; Identify repeatable content patterns, high-performing formats, and opportunities for experimentation; Other duties as assigned

Requirements

5+ years managing social channels for a technology, robotics, mobility, or AI-adjacent brand; Exceptional writing and editing skills; able to simplify technical topics without diluting accuracy; Strong creative instincts and experience crafting short-form video, motion, and visual storytelling; Strong judgment and comfort operating in regulated, high-visibility industries; Strong familiarity with social analytics tools and performance measurement; Comfortable working cross-functionally with executives, comms, designers, and product teams

Benefits

Competitive compensation package including equity and biannual bonuses; Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision plans; Flexible PTO and generous parental leave policies; Office centrally located in Mountain View, CA; Dog-friendly office, free catered lunch, fully stocked kitchen, and free EV charging; Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Life Insurance; Wellbeing Benefits - Headspace, One Medical, Gympass, Spring Health; Fidelity 401(k); Commuter, FSA, Dependent Care FSA, HSA; Various incentive programs (referral bonuses, patent bonuses, etc.)