Director of Communications

Backed by leading Silicon Valley investors, Peregrine helps public safety organizations, state and local and governments, federal agencies , and private-sector institutions address society’s challenges with unprecedented speed and accuracy. Our AI-enabled platform turns siloed and disconnected data into operational intelligence — instantly surfacing mission-critical information to empower better, faster decisions that improve outcomes at every touchpoint. Today Peregrine supports hundreds of customers across 30+ states and two countries, serving more than 125 million people — and we’re amplifying our impact as we expand into the enterprise and internationally.

About the Role

As the Director of Communications at Peregrine, you’ll be part of a growing Communications team responsible for telling Peregrine’s company and technology story across external and internal audiences, including media, third-party validators, customers, prospects and partners.

Based in SF and reporting to the VP of Communications, the Director of Communications will drive our integrated technology, product and AI communications program, increasing awareness of Peregrine and our platform across audiences.

This person is a critical member of our team, focused on amplifying Peregrine’s technological vision by illustrating the value we deliver across traditional and new media audiences. The ideal candidate is a hands-on communications pro with a passion for crafting compelling company and product narratives, developing thought leadership content and platforms for our executive teams and working across the organization to drive results.

We’re looking for a critical thinker with strong writing and communication skills, deep AI/Security/public safety product knowledge, a wide network of relationships across traditional and new media, excitement to experiment and a passion for pioneering the future of cities.

What You Will Do

Drive the execution of our external product, technology and AI communications strategy in partnership with internal stakeholders including product and growth marketing, content, and leadership teams.

Work closely with an external PR agency to craft and execute our communications strategy across traditional and new media (Substack, podcasts, speaking, awards and influencers).

Grow and diversify our thought leadership around topics of AI, trust, privacy, data governance and technology in real-world applications, including building an engineering and product blog.

Partner cross-functionally on external events and brand marketing opportunities to amplify Peregrine’s leadership and support internal communications moments, including the monthly All Hands, an internal newsletter for cross-company alignment, and more.

How to be successful in this role:

10+ years of experience in Communications either in-house, agency or a combination of both.

You have deep new and traditional media relationships, strong writing skills and a finger on the pulse of what’s making headlines.

All-around Communications pro across external and internal communications initiatives.

A self-starter who loves working across different teams in the company to drive alignment and clarity.

Annual Salary + Benefits + Equity (if applicable) + Bonus (if applicable) $228,000 — $266,000 USD

Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, certifications or licenses, and specific work location. Information on the benefits offered is here .

Peregrine Technologies is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We celebrate diversity and are a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.