Field and Events Marketing Manager

About Xsight Labs Xsight Labs is a leading fabless semiconductor company delivering end-to-end connectivity solutions for cloud service providers, hyperscale data center networks, and edge applications. As a result of Xsight’s industry-leading products and technology, we are turning heads in the industry and looking to grow our team. Xsight’s E1 DPU is the world’s first 800G DPU, built around a many-core on-path CPU fabric and hardware accelerators. Together with a standards-based SW development model, this architecture delivers industry-leading performance while offering greater ease-of-programmability compared to traditional DPUs. The company’s X2 family of fully programmable data center switches, ranging from 3.2T to 12.8T, provide application-optimized switching for top-of-rack deployments, data center fabrics, high-performance computing (HPC), and AI/ML clusters. Together, these products accelerate the high-performance network solutions of tomorrow. Job Description As a Field and Events Marketing Manager, you will own and play a hands-on role in defining and driving Xsight’s global event presence. Reporting to the Senior Director of Marketing Strategy, you will be responsible for the end-to-end lifecycle of our industry engagements, from high-level strategy and event selection to boots-on-the-ground execution and logistics. This is a unique, high-impact opportunity starting at 20 hours per week We are looking for a strategic executor who knows how to turn a trade show floor into a measurable growth engine and translate field marketing activities into tangible sales pipeline.Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Event Strategy & Selection: Research and recommend the best global events to reach our target segments. Measure the outcomes from past events and guide decisions on events for 2026-2027 and beyond. Execution & Logistics: Own the full event lifecycle, including booth design, vendor management, onsite setup etc. You will manage the physical aspects of event prep, including shipping, receiving, and equipment organization. Field Campaign Integration: Partner with the sales team to execute regional field marketing activities (lunch-and-learns, local seminars) that complement major events and drive local pipeline. Measurable Outcomes: Create and track KPIs for every event to ensure a clear ROI and provide data-driven recommendations for future participation. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Product Management, Sales, and R&D to ensure our demos and messaging are perfectly tailored to the specific audience of each event. Collateral & Messaging: Help develop and present marketing collateral and sales training to ensure the team is equipped to win at every event. Budget Ownership: Manage the events budget with precision, ensuring high-quality brand representation while optimizing spend. Global Representation: Represent the Xsight brand at domestic and international Qualifications Experience: Minimum of 10+ years of relevant experience in field marketing or event management within the semiconductor or high-tech market. Industry Knowledge: Solid understanding of data center networking, AI/ML architectures, and the semiconductor ecosystem. Strategic Execution: A "mini-CEO" mindset for events, someone who can handle both the 30,000-foot strategy and the granular logistics. Location: Must be local to San Francisco/Bay Area. This is a hybrid role requiring the ability to access the office to manage equipment, shipping, and logistics. Flexible in office schedule. Availability: Initially a part-time commitment (20 hours/week with flexibility on days/times) with the potential to transition to full-time as the role expands. Travel: Willingness to travel both domestically and internationally up to 20-30% of the time once the role becomes full-time. Communication: Exceptional fluency in English (written and verbal) and the ability to work across diverse, global teams with limited direction. Skills Project Management: Expert-level ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously with high attention to detail. Strategic Planning: Ability to identify high-value opportunities and align event goals with overall business objectives. Vendor & Budget Management: Proven track record of negotiating with global vendors and maintaining strict financial oversight. Technical Communication: Ability to translate complex semiconductor and networking concepts into compelling marketing narratives. Tools & Platforms: Proficiency in CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce), marketing automation, and event management software. Physical Logistics: Proficiency in managing physical inventory, shipping schedules, and on-site equipment handling. Education & Experience Education: B.S. or B.A. in Business, Management, or a technical field is required. A Master’s degree or MBA is a significant plus.