Event Marketing Specialist Job at Zilliz in Redwood City

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.

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