Optimization Strategist (USA Remote)

At Gurobi Optimization, we're on a mission!  

A mission that focuses on mathematical optimization. We empower our customers to expand their use of mathematical optimization technology in order to make smarter decisions and solve some of the world's toughest and most impactful business problems. We're looking for passionate, dedicated, innovative game-changers to join our team and drive the future of Gurobi. 

As an Optimization Strategist at Gurobi Optimization, you will be pivotal in enhancing the company's presence in academic and commercial sectors through strategic initiatives and innovative engagement strategies. In this role, you are tasked with developing and delivering high-quality thought leadership materials such as presentations, blogs, white papers, and webinars. You will representGurobi at various academic and industry events, showcasing our expertise and engaging with key communities. Additionally, you will drive the expansion of Gurobi’s academic and technical communities by creating innovative engagement pathways and enhancing user experience through interactive learning resources. Your efforts will also include leading projects that explore new opportunities to engage audiences and keeping abreast of the latest trends in optimization to contribute to the company's strategic planning. 

You will work closely with the Senior Director of Academic Programs and the Vice President of Marketing, shaping and executing impactful education, training, and thought leadership initiatives. This collaboration will ensure that Gurobi's solutions are at the forefront of optimization technology, catering effectively to the needs of both existing and potential users.  

• Thought Leadership (30%)  
• Develop and deliver high-quality thought leadership materials, including presentations, blogs, white papers, and webinars. 
• Represent Gurobi at academic and industry conferences, meetings, and events to showcase our expertise through presentations in front of 15 to 400 people, training, and engaging with the academic and commercial communities. 
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to craft compelling stories highlighting optimization's role in addressing real-world challenges. 
• Advising on technical marketing material creation for academic and commercial audiences.  

• Community and Platform Development (25%) 
• Drive the expansion of Gurobi’s academic and technical communities by creating innovative engagement pathways. 
• Enhance the user experience by refining certificate programs, gamification tools, and other interactive learning resources. 
• Management of LMS strategy and/or community platform with educational components.  
• Develop strategies to attract and retain academic users and bridge the gap between commercial and academic audiences, increasing participation and brand loyalty through training and educational materials. 

• Innovation Projects (25%) 
• Lead projects that explore new opportunities to engage academic and commercial audiences, such as gamified learning experiences, course pathways, and digital resources like eBooks. 
• Collaborate across teams to ideate and execute creative initiatives that introduce optimization to new markets and academic disciplines. 
• Contribute to strategic planning by leveraging data-driven insights, professional experience, and emerging industry trends. 

• Gaining Technical Expertise and Staying Up-To-Date with Optimization Tools and Trends (20%) 
• Work among the top experts in the field of Optimization on challenging problems 
• Help customers by improving our self-service support experience 
• Keep learning with internal seminars given by our development team 

• Bachelor's degree required; Master’s degree preferred in a relevant field. 
• 2-5 years of experience in a SaaS environment, demonstrating a strong capability in content development and training execution. 
• Experience in collaborating with academic institutions or within academic settings is highly regarded. 
• Proven skills in creating robust training materials and conducting in-person and remote training sessions. 
• Excellent command of the English language, with additional language skills considered beneficial. 

• Strong expertise in project management anddata-driven decision-making, with a detail-oriented and proactive approach. 
• Ability to cultivate positive, productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders. 
• Comfortable with public speaking and presenting to large audiences 
• Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales, demand generation, and academic partners. 
• A user-centric mindset, focusing on understanding audience needs and leveraging emerging technologies to tailor content and messaging. 
• Knowledge of modern education or training techniques (including relevant platforms and/or vendors)  
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences and foster collaboration. 

• Ability to excel while working from home, embracing a start-up-like and fast-paced working culture. 
• Proven experience in owning large-scale projects (end-to-end).  
• Willingness to travel to industry events and team offsites and events. 

• Customer Focus: Verbal & written communication skills that bring clarity and build trust.  
• Power of the Team: Motivated with a team-oriented mindset that aims to both inspire and be inspired by others. 
• Innovation: The courage to bring ideas forward and see yourself as an integral part of our global team.  
• Dedication: Organized and agile, focusing on meeting professional objectives while promoting a healthy work/life balance.  
• Integrity: Promise to uphold honesty as your compass and conduct all business practices with an ethical mindset and fiscal responsibility.