3+ years of experience in software development or developer relations, engaging with tech communities.
Strong interest in new technologies and hands-on experimentation with emerging tools.
Proven success in organizing developer-focused events and initiatives, alongside effective project management.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for relationship building with developers and partners.
Familiarity with AI, machine learning, and current software development trends.
Ability to craft engaging narratives from technical discussions for diverse audiences.
Responsibilities
Increase adoption of self-service users and promote Factory within the developer community through contributions to external projects.
Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in the developer ecosystem, particularly AI-native companies.
Plan and execute events such as hackathons and workshops to showcase Factory's capabilities and gather community feedback.
Create and share technical content like blog posts and tutorials that communicate the value of Factory and its Droids.
Represent Factory at industry meetups and conferences, offering insights on AI-assisted development.
Liaise between the developer community and Factory's engineering team to relay feedback and align products with market needs.
Full Job Description
About the Role
Factory is seeking a Developer Relations Lead to spearhead our engagement and expansion of the teams plan with the broader developer community.
What you will do and achieve
Champion Factory's technology within the open-source community by contributing to external projects and showcasing how our Droids can enhance and accelerate software development practices.
Develop and nurture relationships with key stakeholders in the open-source ecosystem, AI companies, and potential technology partners, laying the groundwork for collaborations that further Factory's mission and visibility.
Plan, organize, and execute a range of events targeting developers and tech professionals, including hackathons, lunch and learns, workshops, and meetups, to demonstrate Factory's capabilities and gather community feedback.
Craft compelling, technical content (e.g., blog posts, tutorials, case studies) that educates and engages developers about Factory's value proposition and the transformative potential of our Droids.
Act as a liaison between the developer community and Factory's product teams, relaying feedback and insights that inform product development and ensure our offerings align with market needs and expectations.
Qualifications
A background in software development or developer relations, ideally with 3+ years of experience engaging with open-source communities and tech ecosystems.
Proven track record of organizing successful developer-centric events and initiatives, coupled with strong project management skills.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of building relationships with developers, partners, and internal teams.
Familiarity with the latest trends and technologies in AI, machine learning, and software development tools.
Creative and strategic thinker with the ability to translate technical discussions into accessible, engaging narratives for diverse audiences.
This is an in-office position (5 days/week) in San Francisco (walking distance to Caltrain)
