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Sr. Product Marketing Manager- AI & Data Security

AvePoint Open · verified Jul 30, 2026
Chicago Full-time Senior Product Marketing

Senior Product Marketing role at AvePoint. Chicago · full-time · $150,000–$190,000 base.

SalaryStated by AvePoint
$150,000 – $190,000
Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.
This role, from AvePointOur estimate for the market: $129,000–$173,000
In line with the market median of $156,000 for senior product marketing roles in Chicago.
Worked out from 11 postings that stated pay, median $156,000. Last updated Mar 10, 2026.
Role brief

Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

  • Plan and run product launches openly with a cross-functional team
  • Shape positioning, packaging and pricing that sets AvePoint apart and cuts portfolio complexity
  • Carry roadmap and innovation messaging to customers, partners, analysts and the wider market
  • Research target markets, personas and competitors to build ICPs, battlecards and messaging maps
  • Capture customer voice through councils, previews and surveys, then feed it into the roadmap

What you bring

  • At least five years in B2B tech product marketing, ideally SaaS
  • Hands-on background with AI, DSPM and CSPM technologies, strongly preferred
  • Proven record launching products and driving go-to-market
  • Clear positioning and storytelling across writing, presenting and social
  • Comfort juggling several complex projects and keeping stakeholders in the loop

Who this fits

This suits a senior product marketer who moves between strategic thinking and hands-on execution, and who genuinely likes working out loud across sales, product and services. You should be curious about AI and data security and ready to mentor others on the team. The role is based in Chicago and pays between $150,000 and $190,000 base, plus benefits and possible bonus or equity.

From the employer

About AvePoint: 

Beyond Secure. AvePoint is the global leader in data security, governance, and resilience, going beyond traditional solutions to ensure a robust data foundation and enable organizations everywhere to collaborate with confidence. Over 25,000 customers worldwide rely on the AvePoint Confidence Platform to prepare, secure, and optimize their critical data across Microsoft, Google, Salesforce, and other collaboration environments. AvePoint’s global channel partner program includes approximately 5,000 managed service providers, value-added resellers, and systems integrators, with our solutions available in more than 100 cloud marketplaces. To learn more, visit www.avepoint.com.

At AvePoint, we are committed to investing in our people. Agility, passion and teamwork set us up to do our best work and foster a culture where you are empowered to craft your career, make an impact, and own (y)our future. Unleash the power of you!

Overview 

 

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Product Marketing Manager to join our Product Marketing team and help transform the GTM of an exciting, high-growth public company. This role requires a strategic thinker with a proven track record in developing and owning go-to-market strategy, passion for research, bias for collaboration, and strong capacity for empathy with internal and external customers alike.   

 

What will you be doing? 

 

As our Senior Product Marketing Manager, you will help evolve AvePoint’s AI security innovations to continue growing ARR, delighting our customers and outpacing our competition.   

 

Your responsibilities will include: 

 

  • Planning and executing product launch initiatives, working collaboratively and “out loud” with a diverse cross-functional team to drive ambitious goals.   
  • Developing product positioning, packaging and pricing that differentiates AvePoint with compelling solutions and simplifies the complexity of our portfolio driven by a deep understanding of customer needs, market trends and competitors. 
  • Engaging customers, partners, analysts and the market with messaging on AvePoint’s roadmap and innovation to drive awareness across each audience. 
  • Researching and analyzing the target market, key personas and competitive landscape to develop market segmentation, ICPs, battlecards, messaging maps and other enabling assets.   
  • Elevating the voice of the customer including customer advisory councils, product previews, customer satisfaction surveys and continuous feedback from the field; leveraging this insight to influence product roadmap and develop strategies to mitigate gaps.   
  • Enabling product, field, and corporate marketing colleagues with clear strategy documentation and core assets for global/corporate plays and lead solution offerings, including sales brochures, pitch decks, customer testimonials and input on marketing content.   
  • Tracking performance of key solutions and adjusting both strategy and tactics to support (over)achievement of targets with quantitative metrics like ARR, Product Attachment, and GRR – and incorporating qualitative feedback from internal and external sources.   
  • Mentoring others in the marketing department. 

 

OK, I’m interested… is this the job for me? 

 

We look for people who value agility, passion and teamwork; those who can bring fresh ideas to the table and want the opportunity to learn, grow, and expand their careers. Bring your aptitude and build upon what you do best for our customers, partners, team, and you. 

 

In this highly visible and cross-functional role, you’ll need to have the ability to think creatively and strategically while switching between thinking and doing and adapting to a range of internal and external audiences.   

 

Other qualities you’ll need to be a fit for this role include: 

 

  • 5+ years product marketing experience in B2B technology, SaaS preferred    
  • Background working with technologies related to AI, DSPM, and CSPM strongly preferred 
  • Passion and curiosity for AI and understanding its impact on both our work and the work of our customers 
  • Track record of successfully launching products and leading GTM  
  • Strong positioning and messaging skills; ability to craft clear and simple messages that work   
  • Track record of effective engagement with sales organizations to drive results 
  • Market research and analytical skills; ability to build strategy and tell stories with data 
  • Collaborative team player; works aloud and enjoys engaging with marketing teams and other functions (like sales, product, services); able to lead and influence beyond reporting lines   
  • Articulate and skilled storyteller across multiple mediums (eg: written, internal presenting, external thought leadership, social posting, etc) 
  • Organized and capable of juggling multiple complex projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines and keeping stakeholders informed with consistent communication 
  • Willingness to continuously learn new techniques and skills and eager to mentor others   

The Salary Range for this role is $150,000 - $190,000. At AvePoint, we strive to offer competitive, fair, and equitable total rewards. The listed salary range represents a good faith estimate, with final offers based on location, experience, skills, and qualifications. The listed range reflects base salary only; our total rewards include base salary, comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, unlimited PTO), and depending on the role, bonuses, commissions, or equity (RSUs). We welcome compensation discussions—apply even if your expectations fall outside the range.

Any personal data you share with us during the application process will be processed strictly in compliance with applicable data protection laws and our Privacy Notice.

 

Any personal data you share with us during the application process will be processed strictly in compliance with applicable data protection laws and our Privacy Notice.