Role Overview
Upwork is hiring a mid-level Lifecycle Marketing Specialist. This is a contract role in CA. Part of Upwork's Lifecycle hiring. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
Contract: Lifecycle Marketing Specialist
Remote
We are seeking a Lifecycle Marketing Specialist to support the growth and optimization of lifecycle programs. In this role, you will contribute to the design, testing, implementation, and measurement of multi‑channel campaigns that drive engagement, conversion, and retention across the customer journey.
This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys working with data, experimenting with new approaches, and continuously improving customer experiences through thoughtful, insight‑driven marketing strategies.
Work/Project Scope:
- Support the execution of lifecycle marketing campaigns across email, mobile, in‑product messaging, and related channels, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with engagement and conversion goals.
- Assist in testing and optimization efforts by analyzing campaign performance and translating insights into actionable improvements.
- Build and optimize nurture sequences to support demand generation, activation, and retention initiatives.
- Implement and manage campaigns within Braze (or similar platforms), ensuring audience accuracy, personalization, and quality assurance prior to launch.
- Maintain and update lifecycle documentation, campaign briefs, and process guidelines; contribute to audits to ensure accuracy and operational excellence.
- Monitor campaign performance dashboards, identify trends or anomalies, and recommend optimizations to enhance efficiency and user experience.
Must Haves (Required Skills):
- Proven experience executing lifecycle or CRM marketing campaigns, with hands‑on use of Braze or a similar marketing automation platform.
- Strong analytical mindset with experience running experiments, interpreting results, and applying insights to improve performance.
- Experience building and optimizing nurture sequences for demand generation, activation, or retention efforts.
- Proficiency using AI tools to support campaign development (e.g., drafting copy, summarizing insights, accelerating testing), with careful validation of outputs.
- Clear written and cross‑functional communication skills, with a proactive and growth‑oriented approach.
- Ability to manage work independently while collaborating effectively with cross‑functional partners.
Upwork is proudly committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce. We never discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Additionally, to the extent permitted under applicable law, a criminal background check may be required as a condition of engagement.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Lifecycle Marketing Specialist position at Upwork?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Upwork. 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 Lifecycle Marketing Specialist position at Upwork located?
This position is based in CA. Upwork has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Lifecycle Marketing Specialist at Upwork earn?
Upwork 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 Lifecycle Marketing Specialist role at Upwork posted?
This role was posted on April 12, 2026 (57 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.
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