Developer Relations Advocate

Shakudo; Toronto; On-site; CAD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Developer Relations Advocate to bridge the gap between technology and the developer community. In this exciting role, you will create engaging technical content, manage a vibrant online community, and organize events to connect with AI and DevOps engineers. Your expertise in software development and community management will empower practitioners with the resources they need to thrive. Join a forward-thinking team that values diversity and inclusivity, and help shape the future of data and AI through meaningful interactions and collaborations.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in software development, technical writing, or community management.
• Experience in creating technical content, particularly video demos.

Responsibilities

• Create video demos showcasing technology and best practices.
• Manage and nurture an online community of AI and DevOps engineers.
• Plan and execute local events to engage with AI communities.

Skills

Software Development

Technical Writing

Community Management

Public Speaking

API Integrations

Social Media Strategies

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing

Bachelor’s degree in Business

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Job description

About the Job & Shakudo

At Shakudo, we are building the world’s first operating system for data and AI. We use the term operating system in the truest sense of the word. Like iOS, Windows and Linux, Shakudo’s end-to-end OS offers ever-evolving, automatically operated, best-of-breed open-source components tailored to each business's unique needs.

As we continue to scale, we are seeking a Toronto-based Developer Relations Advocate. In this role, you will be responsible for creating high-quality technical content, fostering a vibrant online community, and organizing in-person events to engage with AI and DevOps engineers. You will act as a bridge between our company and the broader developer ecosystem, ensuring that practitioners have the resources and support they need to succeed.

What You’ll Do

• Video Content Creation: Develop compelling video demos showcasing our technology, best practices, and use cases to educate and inspire our community.
• Community Engagement: Manage and nurture an online community of AI and DevOps engineers, facilitating discussions, answering questions, and sharing insights.
• Event Organization: Plan and execute local events in key North American cities, collaborating with AI communities and industry experts to drive engagement.
• Advocacy & Outreach: Represent the company at industry conferences, meetups, and online forums to promote our solutions and foster meaningful connections.
• Feedback Loop: Gather insights and feedback from the developer community to help shape our products and improve the developer experience.

What You’ll Bring

• 3+ years of experience in software development, technical writing, or community management, experience with developer outreach, public speaking, and API integrations is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Business, Computer Science or related fields with a strong technical focus or equivalent practical experience.Experience creating technical content, particularly video demos, tutorials, or livestreams.
• Strong background in AI, DevOps, or software engineering, with the ability to communicate complex concepts effectively.
• Experience with social media and content distribution strategies.
• Proven experience in community management, event organization, or developer advocacy.
• Excellent communication and public speaking skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Prior involvement in open-source projects or developer communities.

Shakudo is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We foster diversity and inclusivity and welcome applications from a broad range of backgrounds and experiences.