About Deploy Deploy is an intelligence infrastructure platform that gives developers and enterprises access to open source and proprietary AI models. For leading open source LLMs, Deploy operates an optimized model inference engine that keeps costs and latency low while maintaining high throughput. Deploy also offers a set of proprietary AI models that address challenges in content safety, AI & deepfake detection, sponsorship intelligence, and IP & publicity protection. Trusted by the world's largest and most innovative organizations, Deploy's solutions unlock high-performance AI model inference at production scale. Deploy has raised more than $200M from leading investors, including Tomales Bay Capital, General Catalyst, 8VC, Glynn Capital, Bain & Company, Visa Ventures, and others. The company has more than 250 employees across offices in San Francisco, Seattle, New York, and Delhi. The Role

Deploy is looking for an experienced communications professional to build and lead the Public Relations and Communications function, reporting directly to the CEO and working closely with the broader executive team. As the first hire dedicated to this function, you will drive our external narrative, manage strategic communications, and increase Deploy’s visibility across media and industry conversations. This will be an individual contributor role to start, but we expect this person to grow the function, potentially managing agency relationships and/or additional internal team members over time.

Responsibilities

Define and execute Deploy’s strategic communications roadmap, owning all external PR and communications efforts across media relations, press releases, thought leadership, and corporate messaging

Proactively identify and secure earned media opportunities to elevate Deploy’s brand, technology, and leadership team in top-tier publications and industry outlets

Write and edit high-quality content across formats—including press releases, media statements, blog posts, and executive bylines—that clearly communicate Deploy’s story and point of view

Develop and maintain key media relationships across business, tech, and AI-focused outlets; serve as the primary point of contact for all media inquiries

Collaborate closely with internal teams (product, legal, engineering, HR) to surface compelling stories and ensure accurate and consistent messaging

Act as a strategic communications partner to internal stakeholders, advising on messaging and positioning for product launches, partnerships, events, and issues management

Manage external communications around major company milestones such as product launches, partnerships, and funding announcements

Monitor press coverage, industry trends, and competitor narratives to identify opportunities or risks, and share relevant insights with internal teams

Support internal communications as needed, including executive messaging and all-hands updates

Own communications reporting, including press activity tracking, share of voice, and impact metrics

Adhere to policies, guidelines, and procedures pertaining to the protection of information assets

Requirements

5+ years of experience in public relations, corporate communications, or a related field, with a preference for candidates who have worked in fast-paced tech or AI-driven environments

Proven track record of securing high-quality media coverage and managing end-to-end communications efforts

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong ability to distill complex technical concepts into clear, engaging narratives

Strong news judgment and a keen understanding of media cycles, journalist priorities, and industry dynamics

Able to operate independently and strategically in a fast-moving startup environment; experience building functions from the ground up is a plus

Comfortable collaborating with executive stakeholders and representing the company externally with credibility and confidence

Ability to juggle multiple priorities, adapt quickly to changing circumstances, and deliver high-quality work on deadline

Strong attention to detail and a high editorial standard

Nice to Have

Experience working with or managing PR agencies or freelancers

Familiarity with AI, machine learning, or other emerging technologies

Background in crisis communications or issues management

Understanding of SEO, social media strategy, or content marketing

Media training experience for executives or spokespeople

Don’t meet every qualification? We encourage strong applicants to apply—we are looking for the right people, not just checking a box.

Who We Are

We are a group of ambitious individuals who are passionate about creating a revolutionary AI company. At Deploy, you will have a steep learning curve and an opportunity to contribute to one of the fastest growing AI start-ups in San Francisco. The work you do here will have a noticeable and direct impact on the development of the company.

Thank you for your interest in Deploy and we hope to meet you soon!

The current expected base salary for this position ranges from $100,000 - $135,000. Actual compensation may vary depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the total compensation package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work; stock options may be offered in addition to the range provided here.