Event Marketing Specialist at Zilliz – Redwood City, California

Event Marketing Specialist

Zilliz is a fast-growing startup developing the industrys leading vector database company for enterprise-grade AI. Founded by the engineers behind Milvus, the worlds 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.
Were seeking a highly organized and proactive Event Marketing Specialist who thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments. This role focuses on planning, executing, and optimizing Zillizs event marketing initiatives across global marketsincluding North America and Europe. Youll 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 Zillizs 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

• Bachelors degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field
• 24 years of experience in event marketing, field marketing, or experiential marketingpreferably 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.