Kylie Wagar-Dirks
Developer + Open Source Marketing at the Linux Foundation
- Role
- Senior Marketing Communications Manager at The Linux Foundation
- Location
- Seattle, WA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Kylie Wagar-Dirks
Marketing and communications leader with 8+ years of experience driving go-to-market strategy, messaging, and integrated campaigns for developer and open source ecosystems. I specialize in translating complex technical products into clear positioning and stories that drive adoption, engagement, and trust.At The Linux Foundation, I lead marketing for flagship open source projects including Node.js, PyTorch, and OpenSearch. My work spans messaging and positioning, go-to-market planning, and launching integrated content across web, blog, and social in partnership with technical teams, maintainers, executives, and global brands.Previously, I supported developer and ecosystem communications for Microsoft at WE Communications, where I led communications and launch strategy for developer tools, open source initiatives, and cloud platforms.I’m most energized by roles focused on product marketing, developer GTM, partner ecosystems, and cross-functional execution, especially where clarity, strategy, and storytelling drive real product impact.
Experience
Senior Marketing Communications Manager
Jun 2022 — Present
Own marketing and go to market strategy for major open source projects and foundations, including PyTorch, Node.js, OpenJS Foundation, and OpenSearch. My work spans positioning, messaging, and launch strategy, translating complex technical products into clear value for developers, partners, and enterprises. I drive cross functional GTM alignment across product, partnerships, web, creative, and technical teams, and work closely with executives, ecosystem partners, and community leaders to accelerate adoption, strengthen partner engagement, and scale global developer growth.
Education
Western Washington University
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Communication Studies
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