[Hiring] Staff Public Relations & Communications Manager @Impinj

Role Description

We’re looking for a Staff Public Relations & Communications Manager to join our Communications and Partner Marketing team. This role will shape how Impinj shows up with media, industry analysts, and other external audiences, turning complex technology into stories that build awareness and advance our business. This is a hands-on, strategic role for a self-starter who can spot an opportunity, develop the angle, and make it happen.

What You Will Do

• Own and execute an integrated external communications strategy across media, analysts, corporate communications, and social media.
• Create and pitch newsworthy stories that connect Impinj technologies, customers, and partners to issues external audiences care about.
• Build and deepen relationships with media, industry analysts, and influencers.
• Lead communications for product and technology launches, partner milestones, industry events, and executive thought leadership to generate measurable impact.
• Own and evolve Impinj’s social media strategy.
• Serve as a trusted communications partner to executives and cross-functional teams including product marketing, product management, and partner marketing.
• Lead the relationship with our PR agency and other external communications resources.
• Write and edit external content such as press releases, media pitches, bylines, and executive talking points.
• Monitor coverage, analyst perspectives, conversations, and competitive developments.
• Use performance metrics to continually improve communications programs.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in public relations, media relations, or external communications at a B2B technology company or at an agency working directly for B2B clients.
• A demonstrated record of originating story ideas, pitching media, and securing earned coverage.
• A demonstrated record of building productive relationships with media, agency partners, and industry analysts.
• Experience setting communications strategy and executing independently, with sound judgment, initiative, curiosity, and a strong sense of ownership.
• Ability to translate technical products and concepts, particularly within the wireless semiconductor industry, into clear messages and compelling business narratives.
• Excellent writing, editing, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Experience using performance data to refine approach and demonstrate impact.
• Experience in semiconductors, enterprise technology, RAIN RFID, connected products, or other related technologies.

Compensation & Benefits

• The typical base pay range for this role across the US is $131,200 - $196,800.
• Individual base pay depends on various factors such as complexity and responsibility of role, job duties, requirements, and relevant experience and skills.
• At Impinj, certain roles are eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, annual bonus, and stock.
• US-based employees have access to healthcare benefits; a 401(k) plan and company match among others.

US Export Controls

This position has access to technologies or data subject to U.S. export control regulations. Under these laws, the release or transfer of export-controlled items or information to individuals who are not classified as "U.S. persons" may require prior authorization from the U.S. government.

Why work at Impinj

• Know you’re making a difference.
• Competitive benefits.
• Support for remote work or a desk with a view.
• Weekly Q&A sessions with our executive team.
• Impinj provides an environment that fosters openness and innovation.
• Collaboration and teamwork are highly valued, and accomplishments are duly celebrated.
• Open paid time-off policy paired with a respect for work/life balance.
• Headquarters located in Seattle with spectacular views.
• Commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment.