Job Description: On-Call Marketing Engineer

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Job Description

Location: Remote (Flexible, Project-Based Engagements)

Company: FuntoNetwork (IT Solutions & Services Firm)

Engagement Model: Project-Based Contract with On-Call Availability

Focus Areas: Technical Marketing, Product Launches, Campaign Support, Sales Enablement

Position Overview

FuntoNetwork is establishing an innovative On-Call Marketing Engineering capability to provide our clients with flexible, high-impact technical marketing expertise. We seek a unique hybrid professional who combines engineering acumen with marketing creativity to execute time-sensitive, project-based marketing initiatives.

This role is designed for professionals who excel in short-duration, high-intensity projects and prefer flexible engagements over traditional full-time employment. You will be our clients' secret weapon for launching products, creating technical content, and executing data-driven marketing campaigns that require both technical depth and marketing sophistication.

Core Mission

Your primary objective: Deliver immediate, measurable marketing impact through project-based interventions that require both technical understanding and marketing execution capabilities.

Translate complex technical products into compelling marketing narratives
Execute technical marketing projects with precision and speed
Create marketing assets that bridge engineering specifications with customer benefits
Provide surge capacity for critical marketing initiatives without long-term commitment

Key Responsibilities & Project Types

Develop technical whitepapers, case studies, and solution briefs that explain complex products to diverse audiences
Create product documentation, API guides, and technical specifications for marketing use
Produce technical blog posts, tutorials, and educational content that demonstrates product capabilities
Script and storyboard technical demo videos, webinars, and product walkthroughs

Execute technical aspects of product launches including documentation, demo environments, and sales training materials
Develop competitive positioning matrices and technical comparison guides
Create technical FAQs, implementation guides, and integration documentation
Support go-to-market planning with technical insights and market analysis

Implement tracking, analytics, and technical infrastructure for marketing campaigns
Set up and optimize marketing automation workflows, lead scoring rules, and integration points
Create technical assets for ABM (Account-Based Marketing) campaigns targeting technical buyers
Analyze campaign performance data and provide technical recommendations for optimization

Develop technical battle cards, ROI calculators, and configuration tools for sales teams
Create interactive product demos and proof-of-concept frameworks
Train sales teams on technical differentiators and competitive positioning
Build technical qualification frameworks and discovery questionnaires

Engagement Model & Availability

Availability Commitment: 20 hours per month minimum guaranteed availability
Response Time: 24-hour response commitment for new project requests
Project Duration: Typically 1-6 week engagements, 10-40 hours per week based on project scope
Peak Periods: Higher availability expected during client quarterly cycles (months 3, 6, 9, 12)

Retainer Component: Monthly retainer for guaranteed availability
Project Rates: Tiered hourly or project-based pricing
Performance Bonuses: For projects exceeding agreed KPIs
Retainer Against Projects: Retainer amounts credited against project work

Required Competencies

3+ years in technical marketing, developer relations, solutions engineering, or product marketing roles
Hands-on experience with at least two: API documentation, technical writing, demo environment setup, marketing automation systems, or analytics implementation
Understanding of modern tech stacks, cloud architectures, and development methodologies
Portfolio of technical marketing assets you've created (case studies, whitepapers, demos, documentation)

Experience executing integrated marketing campaigns with measurable outcomes
Proficiency with marketing tools (CRM, marketing automation, analytics platforms)
Understanding of funnel metrics, conversion optimization, and lead scoring
Ability to create content for different stages of the buyer journey

Proven ability to deliver complete projects on tight timelines
Experience working in fluid, fast-paced environments with minimal supervision
Strong client management and expectation-setting skills
Portfolio of completed marketing projects with documented results

Ideal Candidate Profile

Enjoy project variety and tackling different challenges regularly
Excel at rapid context switching and learning new technologies quickly
Prefer concrete projects with clear deliverables over ongoing maintenance
Have a "consultant mindset" with strong client service orientation
Can work independently while maintaining clear communication
Balance technical accuracy with marketing creativity effectively

What We Provide

Control over your schedule and project selection (right of first refusal)
Variety of projects across different industries and technologies
Clear project scopes with defined deliverables and timelines
Direct client interaction and relationship building

Project management and client coordination support
Access to tools and platforms needed for project execution
Community of fellow on-call experts for collaboration
Administrative handling of contracts and payments

Priority access to higher-value projects as you demonstrate success
Potential for retainer-to-full-time transition if desired
Skill development across multiple technology domains
Portfolio expansion with diverse, real-world projects

Application Requirements

Resume highlighting project-based and technical marketing experience
Cover Letter addressing:
Your preferred engagement model and availability
Your approach to quickly mastering new technical domains
Examples of successful short-duration marketing projects
Project Portfolio including:
2-3 samples of technical marketing assets you've created
Brief case studies of marketing projects with measurable results
Description of your ideal project type and scope
Availability Statement:
Your typical weekly availability windows
Notice required for project commitments
Any blackout periods or scheduling constraints

Why This Model Works

For Marketing Engineers: Maximum flexibility with professional structure. Variety of challenges without corporate politics. Opportunity to build a diverse portfolio while maintaining work-life balance.

For Our Clients: Access to senior-level expertise without full-time commitment. Ability to scale marketing technical resources with project needs. Faster project execution with dedicated, focused resources.

For FuntoNetwork: Builds a scalable talent model for fluctuating demand. Creates new service offering that complements existing capabilities. Develops deep client relationships through recurring project work.

Initial Review: Portfolio and experience assessment (3-5 business days)
Skills Assessment: Practical marketing engineering challenge (take-home, 3-4 hours)
Working Session: Simulated project kickoff meeting (60 minutes)
Reference Check: Conversations with previous clients or managers
Onboarding: Agreement on initial projects and availability schedule

This is a contract position designed for professionals seeking project-based work with the support of an established firm. FuntoNetwork handles client acquisition, project scoping, and administrative overhead, allowing you to focus on delivering exceptional marketing engineering work. We're building a community of top-tier talent who value both flexibility and professional growth.

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