Product Partnerships Lead (AI)

TL;DR

Product Partnerships Lead (AI): Leading Canva's strategy with key AI platforms to unlock new value for users with an accent on strategic relationship management and GTM execution. Focus on designing integrations with AI partners, shaping the Apps SDK and Connect API, and scaling partner-influenced revenue.

Location: San Francisco, USA (Flexible work options provided)

Salary: $233,000–$305,000

Company

Canva is a global design platform redefining how the world experiences design through a connected ecosystem of tools.

What you will do

• Define and execute the AI technology partnership strategy, balancing long-term vision with immediate impact.
• Lead complex end-to-end partner engagements from strategy and negotiation through launch and scale.
• Maintain senior-level relationships with AI platforms including OpenAI, Google Gemini, Anthropic, and Microsoft Copilot.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Product, Engineering, Design, and Marketing to launch integrations and scale adoption.
• Shape the evolution of Canva's product surfaces, including the Apps SDK and Connect API.
• Analyze qualitative and quantitative performance data to inform roadmap and strategic opportunities.

Requirements

• Proven experience (10+ years) leading strategic, product-led partnerships in AI, collaboration, platforms, or SaaS.
• Exceptional relationship-building and presentation skills, capable of engaging from C-suite to working teams.
• Strong ability to influence cross-functional product, engineering, and GTM teams.
• Thoughtful balance of technical understanding, product sense, and commercial acumen.
• Highly organized and analytical approach to decision-making using data.
• Must be based in the USA (San Francisco hub).

Culture & Benefits

• Equity packages to share in the company's success.
• Comprehensive health benefits plans.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution.
• Inclusive parental leave policy for all parents and carers.
• Annual Vibe & Thrive allowance for wellbeing and office setup.
• Flexible leave options to recharge and support personal needs.