Senior Community Manager

dbt Labs is the pioneer of analytics engineering, helping data teams transform raw data into reliable, actionable insights. Since 2016, we’ve grown from an open‑source project into the leading analytics engineering platform, now used by over 50,000 teams every week. As of February 2025, we’ve surpassed $100 million in annual recurring revenue (ARR) and serve more than 5,400 dbt Cloud customers, including JetBlue, HubSpot, Vodafone New Zealand and Dunelm. We’re backed by top‑tier investors including Andreessen Horowitz, Sequoia Capital and Altimeter. At our core, we believe in empowering data practitioners: Code‑based data transformations unlock transparency, flexibility and collaboration Analysts should adopt software engineering best practices to build trusted data products Core analytics infrastructure should be open source and user‑controlled Analytic code—not just tools—should be shared and community‑driven dbt is now synonymous with analytics engineering, defining the modern data stack and serving as the data control plane for enterprise teams around the world. We’re growing fast and building a team of passionate, curious people across the globe. Learn more about what makes us special by checking out our values. We're looking for a new team member to join our dbt community team—a group of passionate community builders dedicated to empowering data practitioners worldwide. In this role, you'll own and grow our meetup program of 70+ chapters, supporting our vibrant global community. You'll love engaging with professionals, supporting their learning journey and building alongside them. You'll create meaningful connections, foster collaboration and empower community members to share knowledge and best practices. Our community drives innovation, accelerates career development, and helps members reach their full potential. This is a unique opportunity to shape how data practitioners connect, learn and grow together across the globe. What You'll Do Oversee day‑to‑day management and support of the dbt meetup program, including onboarding, training and communication Empower and coach organizers to plan, promote and host impactful meetups Support organizers in developing content strategies for their meetups, including suggesting event themes, identifying potential speakers and providing training materials Build scalable systems, resources and toolkits to help organizers run effective events Partner with other community program owners to align efforts across the dbt community ecosystem Manage and allocate the program budget efficiently Create and maintain a global community events calendar in collaboration with stakeholders Monitor and report on key performance metrics aligned with strategic company priorities Collaborate with internal teams to amplify local stories and integrate community insights into broader initiatives Manage crisis situations, including code‑of‑conduct violations, organizer conflicts and event safety concerns Recruit new organizers, especially in underserved regions, and plan for organizer transitions Manage relationships with local or regional sponsors Manage tools for event registration, communications and member engagement Create systems to recognize and reward active organizers and community contributors What You'll Need 5+ years of experience in community management, event operations or program management within a global or distributed team environment Deep understanding of community dynamics and how to cultivate trust, belonging and shared purpose Strong project management skills with the ability to balance structure and flexibility across multiple timezones Excellent written and verbal communication, with a knack for storytelling, clarity and empathy Experience using community platforms and analytics tools (e.g., meetup.com, Bevy, Slack, Common Room) to track engagement and identify growth opportunities Data‑informed decision making, including setting KPIs, measuring impact and reporting outcomes Collaborative mindset with ability to build relationships across marketing, partner, and product teams Cultural fluency and sensitivity to local differences in communication and engagement styles High emotional intelligence and ability to lead with empathy in complex situations Budget management experience, prioritizing investments that deliver meaningful value Comfort with ambiguity and adaptability in fast‑paced, evolving environments What Will Make You Stand Out Experience scaling community programs across multiple countries or languages Background in content strategy, marketing or event partnerships Passion for connecting people and supporting grassroots community leadership Experience organizing or participating in meetup groups yourself Compensation & Benefits Salary Typical starting salary range: $137,000 – $166,000 CAD Equity Stake Benefits Unlimited vacation (and yes, we use it) 401k with 3 % guaranteed contribution Excellent healthcare Paid parental leave Wellness stipend Home office stipend, and more Equity or comparable benefits may be offered depending on the legal limitations Hiring Process (All Video Interviews) Interview with a Talent Acquisition Partner (30 mins) Interview with Hiring Manager (60 mins) Team Interviews (3 rounds, 45 mins each) Final Leadership Interview (30 mins) dbt Labs is an equal‑opportunity employer, committed to building an inclusive team that welcomes diverse perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Even if your experience doesn’t perfectly align with the job description, we encourage you to apply—we value potential just as much as a perfect resume. Want to learn more about our focus on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at dbt Labs? Check out our DEI page. dbt Labs reserves the right to amend or withdraw the posting at any time. For employees outside the United States, dbt Labs offers a competitive benefits package. RSUs or comparable benefits may be offered depending on the legal or country limitations. #J-18808-Ljbffr