Startup Community Manager

Responsibilities

• Lead Community Engagement & Ecosystem Activation
• - Build and manage relationships with VC platform and community teams to identify opportunities for portfolio engagement and collaborative programming.
• - Partner with Nebius' VC Alliances team to activate priority venture relationships through targeted community initiatives.
• - Develop a repeatable engagement model that strengthens Nebius' connections with VC-backed founders and startup communities.
• Lead Community Programming & Ecosystem Activations
• - Design and execute curated programs, including founder dinners, investor roundtables, and portfolio gatherings, in collaboration with venture ecosystem partners.
• - Own end-to-end program development, including partner coordination, audience prospecting, invitation strategy, execution, and follow-up.
• - Create high-value experiences that bring together the right mix of investors and portfolio companies while serving the needs of the startup ecosystem.
• Drive Portfolio Engagement & Startup Ecosystem Growth
• - Identify and engage high-potential VC-backed startups aligned with Nebius' priority industries and customer profiles.

Requirements

• 3–5+ years of experience in startup ecosystem development, community building, strategic partnerships, or event programming.
• Experience working with venture capital platform teams, startup founders, or VC-backed startup communities, ideally within AI or enterprise technology.
• Demonstrated ability to build and manage relationships through proactive outreach and ongoing engagement.
• Experience designing and executing curated founder, investor, or executive-level programs.
• Strong audience development, relationship management, and organizational skills.
• Ability to operate independently in a fast-moving, cross-functional environment.
• A strong interest in AI, emerging technologies, and the venture capital ecosystem.

Preferred

• Existing relationships with Bay Area VC platform teams and startup founder communities.
• Experience managing VC portfolio engagement or investor-focused community programs.
• A track record of translating ecosystem engagement into meaningful startup relationships and business opportunities.
• Familiarity with AI infrastructure, cloud computing, or developer tools.

Benefits

• Health insurance: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and families.
• 401(k) plan: Up to 4% company match with immediate vesting.
• Parental leave: 20 weeks paid for primary caregivers, 12 weeks for secondary caregivers.
• Remote work reimbursement: Up to $85/month for mobile and internet.
• Disability & life insurance : Company-paid short-term, long-term and life insurance coverage.
• Pay Transparency
• We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages. Actual compensation will be determined based on job-related factors, including experience, skills, qualifications, the level at which the candidate is hired, and geographic location, consistent with applicable law.