Experiences Lead

Etched • San Jose, CA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

We’re looking for an Experiences Lead to build and own Etched’s identity in the physical world. You will lead our efforts at industry conferences, Etched-sponsored recruiting events, product launch events, experiences hosted with our investors and ecosystem partners, and internal company events. You will own events from concept through execution, including creative direction, production, logistics, vendor management, budgets, and measurement. You will partner closely with the founders and other creatives on the team to build exceptional experiences. We are looking for someone with impeccable taste, a compulsive attention to detail, and the vision and execution ability to deliver curated and authentic in-person experiences.

Requirements

• Have experience in events, experiential marketing, recruiting events, or event production
• Have impeccable taste and a portfolio of thoughtful, highly polished experiences
• Bring extraordinary attention to detail and remain composed when plans change
• Have managed varied event formats and audiences, from intimate executive dinners to large conferences
• Can balance creative ambition with budget discipline and operational precision
• Are comfortable working directly with executives, engineers, recruiters, agencies, and external partners
• Are willing to be occasionally travel

Nice To Haves

• Experience with technical recruiting, university, or executive events
• Experience producing live demonstrations or events in lab and hardware environments
• Relationships with leading venues, production agencies, and experiential partners
• A track record of connecting events to measurable recruiting, brand, or business outcomes

Responsibilities

• Lead event planning and logistics for events we cohost with our investors for top talent
• Build our flagship annual event, unveiling new technology through compelling storytelling, polished presentations, and live demonstrations
• Lead event planning and logistics for open labs and large recruiting events, in partnership with the recruiting team
• Define Etched’s brand presence at keystone industry conferences and events
• Plan and execute offsites, town halls, quarterly full-team gatherings, and major celebrations such as boat parties and holiday parties
• Organize speaker events, including scheduling, logistics, and the attendee experience

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision packages with generous premium coverage
• $500 per month credit for waiving medical benefits
• Housing subsidy of $2.5k per month for those living within walking distance of the office
• Relocation support for those moving to San Jose (Santana Row)
• Various wellness benefits covering fitness, mental health, and more
• Daily lunch and dinner in our office
• Unlimited compute budget subject to ROI justification

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed