Design Engineer

Job description

**ABOUT US** Cracken is an applied AI lab built by ex–nation-state operators and AI researchers, delivering the world's first Uncensored Vibe Hacking platform that safely amplifies security teams and gives enterprises proven, auditable security resilience. WHOM WE'RE LOOKING FOR We're looking for a Marketing Manager with a strong SMM & PR focus to own our external voice and build credibility in a highly technical cybersecurity domain. This is a hands-on, high-impact role with real ownership over brand voice, visibility, and thought leadership. WHAT YOU'LL DO - Own and execute SMM & PR strategy aligned with business goals - Build and manage content and media plans across LinkedIn, X/Twitter, blog, and website - **Create technical content** — turning security research, product features, and engineering work into deep, credible material (technical blog posts, breakdowns, explainers) that resonates with a practitioner audience, not just general marketing copy - Create clear, engaging content around cybersecurity, AI, and product updates - Identify trends, news hooks, and PR opportunities in cyber & AI - Support conference presence, including announcements, live coverage, and post-event content - Collaborate directly with founders, product, sales, and design - Build relationships with media, partners, and communities - Track performance, prepare monthly reports, and optimize based on metrics MUST-HAVE EXPERIENCE - 3+ years of experience in Marketing, PR, or SMM - Proven experience promoting IT, cybersecurity, or deep-tech products - **Demonstrated ability to write technical content** (e.g. technical blog posts, whitepapers, or deep-dive explainers) — not just top-level marketing copy - Strong SMM track record with real cases of growing a targeted audience - Experience working with international or top-tier tech media (e.g. TechCrunch, WIRED, VentureBeat, The Verge, WSJ, Fortune) - Hands-on experience using AI tools for content and marketing workflows - Excellent English copywriting skills - Ability to translate complex technical topics into clear, credible messaging - Ability to organize lightweight marketing ops, including content calendar, contractors, and timelines - Proactive, ownership-driven mindset; comfortable operating in an early-stage startup CHANNELS & TOOLS Experience with: - LinkedIn, X/Twitter, company blog and website - Media/press outreach and pitching - AI-assisted content and marketing tools Why Cracken? - Real-world impact Our technology is validated in high-stakes, real-world environments and grounded in hands-on internal research. - Team with a mission Ukrainian-heavy international team of PhDs, professors, and senior industry engineers, driven by intrinsic motivation and real-world adversity. - Adaptive roles We shape roles around exceptional talent — your ownership and drive will define your path. - Perfect timing Operating at the intersection of AI, cybersecurity, and autonomous systems, Cracken is uniquely positioned to build resilient security products. What We Offer - Ownership over a core product surface - Direct collaboration with founders and senior engineers - High autonomy and real influence on product direction - Fully remote and flexible work setup - Competitive compensation Send your portfolio, past campaigns, or press hits you're proud of. Let's talk.