Role Overview
OpenText is hiring a Senior Industry Marketing Strategist. This is a full-time role in Gaithersburg. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
Opentext - The Information Company
OpenText is a global leader in information management, where innovation, creativity, and collaboration are the key components of our corporate culture. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to partner with the most highly regarded companies in the world, tackle complex issues, and contribute to projects that shape the future of digital transformation.
AI-First. Future-Driven. Human-Centered.
At OpenText, AI is at the heart of everything we do—powering innovation, transforming work, and empowering digital knowledge workers. We are hiring talent AI can't replace to help us shape the future of information management. Join us.
Your Impact
We are looking for a seasoned Telecommunications and Technology industry strategist to join the OpenText Industry Go-to-Market (GTM) Strategy organization. Reporting to the Sr. Director of Industry GTM Strategy, this role is critical in shaping OpenText’s global TMT sector strategy focused on Telecommunications and Technology and how OpenText defines and develops AI industry solutions therein.
What The Role Offers
- Shape how OpenText defines and builds GTM messaging related to industry solutions and services, grounded in a deep understanding of client needs and market dynamics.
- Bridge technical concepts and complex patterns into clear, compelling business value.
- Embed with field sales teams to drive enablement, sharpen account planning, and support high-impact customer engagements.
- Serve as a continuous feedback loop between the field and R&D/product management, surfacing market shifts and evolving requirements in real time.
- Build industry solution messaging and core narratives that activate sales and marketing with precision and impact.
- Represent and champion OpenText industry solutions at major events, tradeshows, and analyst engagements, building credibility and driving awareness with key influencers.
- Maintain a rigorous pulse on the industry, including market segmentation, competitive dynamics, and emerging signals, to keep the GTM strategy sharp and ahead of the curve.
- Represent OpenText in industry workgroups, committees, and standards bodies, elevating the company’s voice where it matters most.
- Partner across product, sales, marketing, and alliances as a trusted strategic advisor, connecting the dots to drive alignment and accelerate outcomes.
What You Need To Succeed
- 8–15 years of relevant experience across technical GTM functions, including sales, product/industry marketing, product management, and professional services
- Bring firsthand experience engaging with telecommunications providers, including wireless carriers and network infrastructure, along with technology software/hardware/services providers
- A genuine curiosity about AI developments and the ability to connect emerging tech trends to customer requirements and solution development priorities.
- Proven experience tackling industry-specific challenges across data, AI, information management, and/or cybersecurity
- Ability to translate complex business and regulatory requirements into outcome-driven solutions that resonate with buyers
- Track record building and delivering industry messaging to key audiences through GTM campaigns, field sales plays, and executive-level presentations
- Excellent public speaking skills
- Deep fluency in industry innovations, emerging trends, and the competitive landscape
- Experience with definition of standards, working in forums, councils, steering committees is a plus
- Combine deep industry knowledge with proven OT product expertise also a plus
One Last Thing
OpenText is more than a corporation—it’s a global community built on trust, character, and purpose. Here, we act ethically, care deeply about people, and always put our customers first. We help teams succeed through collaboration, tackle challenges with resilience, and innovate with intention.
Join us on our mission to drive positive change through privacy, technology, and teamwork. At OpenText, we don’t just have a culture—we live our values. Choose us because you want to be part of a company that empowers you to make a meaningful impact.
OpenText's commitment to diversity and inclusion surpasses legal requirements, evident in our Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy which promotes a respectful and empowering environment for employees of all backgrounds, culture, national origin, race, color, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, family status, age, veteran status, disability, religion, or other basis protected by applicable laws.
If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please submit a ticket at Ask HR. Our proactive approach fosters collaboration, innovation, and personal growth, enriching OpenText's vibrant workplace.
Compensation: At OpenText, we offer a thoughtfully designed benefits package that supports your physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing. As you move through the hiring process, we’re happy to provide more details about our compensation programs, including variable and commission compensation opportunities for eligible roles, vacation entitlement, and paid time off.
Salary Range: $143,400 USD - $215,000 USD; Depending on the candidate’s education, experience, skills, geographical location, and alignment with internal equity and external market, actual salary may vary and be higher or lower than the range posted.
California Residents: The pay range above is a reasonable estimate of salary based on pay scale, candidate experience, skills, and education. In addition to the comprehensive benefits noted above, the role may be eligible for bonus or commissions.
AI Usage Disclosure: As part of our commitment to transparency, we use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in various stages of our recruitment process, including resume screening, candidate matching, interview scheduling, and communications. These tools are designed to improve efficiency, reduce bias, and enhance candidate experience. All decisions regarding hiring are made by qualified human professionals, and we continuously monitor our AI systems to ensure fairness and compliance with applicable regulations.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Senior Industry Marketing Strategist position at OpenText?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to OpenText. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Senior Industry Marketing Strategist position at OpenText located?
This position is based in Gaithersburg. OpenText has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Senior Industry Marketing Strategist at OpenText earn?
OpenText has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Senior Industry Marketing Strategist role at OpenText posted?
This role was posted on April 18, 2026 (63 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
How much experience does the Senior Industry Marketing Strategist role at OpenText require?
This is a senior-level position. Most senior roles call for 5+ years of directly relevant experience. OpenText lists their specific requirements in the description below, so review the must-have qualifications closely before applying.
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