Job Description
Company Overview
Google is a global leader in technology and innovation, delivering products and services that impact billions of users worldwide. With a culture that encourages creativity, data‑driven decision making, and continuous learning, Google’s Marketing team drives brand awareness and engagement across a diverse portfolio of consumer and enterprise solutions. The Social Media Manager role will be based in the Mountain View, California headquarters, supporting cross‑functional initiatives that shape the public perception of Google’s brand.
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities For Social Media Manager
- Develop and execute a comprehensive social media strategy that aligns with overall marketing objectives and supports product launches, brand campaigns, and community initiatives.
- Create, curate, and schedule high‑quality content for platforms including YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Twitter/X, and emerging channels, ensuring consistency in voice and visual identity.
- Lead a small team of content creators, designers, and analysts, providing mentorship, performance feedback, and clear direction on daily tasks.
- Monitor social media trends, platform algorithm changes, and competitor activity to inform proactive adjustments to tactics and content themes.
- Manage paid social media campaigns, collaborating with the Media Planning team to set budgets, target audiences, and optimize ROI.
- Analyze performance metrics using tools such as Google Analytics, Sprinklr, and native platform insights; produce regular reports that translate data into actionable recommendations for senior leadership.
- Serve as a brand ambassador, responding to community inquiries, managing crisis communications, and fostering positive relationships with influencers and key stakeholders.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field; MBA or equivalent advanced degree is a plus.
- Minimum of 5 years of professional experience managing social media for a consumer‑facing brand, preferably within the technology sector.
- Proven track record of growing audience engagement and achieving measurable business outcomes through organic and paid social initiatives.
- Strong analytical skills with experience interpreting data to guide strategy and reporting to executive audiences.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt tone for diverse audiences and platforms.
- Proficiency in social media management and analytics tools (e.g., Sprinklr, Hootsuite, Brandwatch, Google Data Studio).
Desired Skills
- Experience with video production and editing for short‑form platforms such as TikTok and Reels.
- Knowledge of SEO, SEM, and broader digital marketing ecosystems.
- Ability to work cross‑functionally with product, PR, legal, and design teams in a fast‑paced environment.
- Creative problem‑solving mindset and willingness to experiment with emerging technologies and formats.
Compensation & Benefits
- Annual base salary range: $115,000 – $160,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
- Performance‑based bonus and equity grant eligibility.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
- Generous paid time off, parental leave, and flexible work‑from‑home options.
- Professional development stipend, on‑site wellness programs, and access to cutting‑edge tech resources.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should visit Google’s Careers portal, locate the “Social Media Manager – Mountain View” posting, and submit an online application that includes a resume, a cover letter outlining relevant experience, and a portfolio of social media campaigns or content samples. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis; qualified applicants will be contacted for an initial virtual interview.
Google is a global leader in technology and innovation, delivering products and services that impact billions of users worldwide. With a culture that encourages creativity, data‑driven decision making, and continuous learning, Google’s Marketing team drives brand awareness and engagement across a diverse portfolio of consumer and enterprise solutions. The Social Media Manager role will be based in the Mountain View, California headquarters, supporting cross‑functional initiatives that shape the public perception of Google’s brand.
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities For Social Media Manager
- Develop and execute a comprehensive social media strategy that aligns with overall marketing objectives and supports product launches, brand campaigns, and community initiatives.
- Create, curate, and schedule high‑quality content for platforms including YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Twitter/X, and emerging channels, ensuring consistency in voice and visual identity.
- Lead a small team of content creators, designers, and analysts, providing mentorship, performance feedback, and clear direction on daily tasks.
- Monitor social media trends, platform algorithm changes, and competitor activity to inform proactive adjustments to tactics and content themes.
- Manage paid social media campaigns, collaborating with the Media Planning team to set budgets, target audiences, and optimize ROI.
- Analyze performance metrics using tools such as Google Analytics, Sprinklr, and native platform insights; produce regular reports that translate data into actionable recommendations for senior leadership.
- Serve as a brand ambassador, responding to community inquiries, managing crisis communications, and fostering positive relationships with influencers and key stakeholders.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field; MBA or equivalent advanced degree is a plus.
- Minimum of 5 years of professional experience managing social media for a consumer‑facing brand, preferably within the technology sector.
- Proven track record of growing audience engagement and achieving measurable business outcomes through organic and paid social initiatives.
- Strong analytical skills with experience interpreting data to guide strategy and reporting to executive audiences.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt tone for diverse audiences and platforms.
- Proficiency in social media management and analytics tools (e.g., Sprinklr, Hootsuite, Brandwatch, Google Data Studio).
Desired Skills
- Experience with video production and editing for short‑form platforms such as TikTok and Reels.
- Knowledge of SEO, SEM, and broader digital marketing ecosystems.
- Ability to work cross‑functionally with product, PR, legal, and design teams in a fast‑paced environment.
- Creative problem‑solving mindset and willingness to experiment with emerging technologies and formats.
Compensation & Benefits
- Annual base salary range: $115,000 – $160,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
- Performance‑based bonus and equity grant eligibility.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
- Generous paid time off, parental leave, and flexible work‑from‑home options.
- Professional development stipend, on‑site wellness programs, and access to cutting‑edge tech resources.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should visit Google’s Careers portal, locate the “Social Media Manager – Mountain View” posting, and submit an online application that includes a resume, a cover letter outlining relevant experience, and a portfolio of social media campaigns or content samples. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis; qualified applicants will be contacted for an initial virtual interview.
Required Skills
- Social
- Media
- Manager