CIS Developer Relations Director — Evangelism & Growth

Logoslabs

San Francisco (CA)

On-site

USD 180,000 - 250,000

Full time

12 days ago

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Job summary

Xsolla is seeking a Developer Experience Director to lead regional developer evangelists and shape lighthouse integration programs, driving engagement with game developers worldwide. You will mentor a distributed team, create outstanding developer content and advocacy initiatives, and represent the company at conferences and events, balancing technical leadership with community presence.

This senior leadership role requires strategic thinking, hands-on technical know-how, and the ability to

Qualifications

5+ years in Developer Relations, Developer Advocacy, or Technical Evangelism, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
Strong technical background in game development (mobile, PC, or web), including hands-on experience with integrations and APIs.
Proven ability to lead distributed teams and deliver measurable engagement outcomes.
Established presence in regional and global game developer communities.
Exceptional communication and presentation skills, comfortable speaking to both technical and business audiences.
Experience producing high-quality technical content in multiple formats.
Fluent in both Russian and English, with excellent written and spoken communication skills.
Ability to travel for partner visits, conferences, and training events - primarily across the CIS region.

Responsibilities

Oversee all developer relations activities in your assigned region, ensuring alignment with global strategy and local market needs.
Manage and mentor Developer Evangelists (Community & Integrations), fostering a culture of technical excellence and developer empathy.
Lead lighthouse integration cases—high-quality, benchmark implementations that inspire both partners and internal teams.
Partner closely with Product Management to capture and act on developer feedback, removing adoption barriers and improving satisfaction.
Act as a senior advocate for game developers in your region, building trust and maintaining a visible presence in both online and offline communities.
Represent Xsolla at major regional and global industry events, delivering high-impact presentations and workshops.
Organize and support developer meetups, hackathons, and targeted events around major platform launches (Apple WWDC, Google I/O).
Guide the creation of best-in-class developer documentation, tutorials, demos, videos, and other educational materials tailored to your region’s market.
Ensure content addresses both custom integration scenarios and self-service use cases to maximize reach and adoption.
Collaborate with Developer Marketing to promote materials and track impact across all channels.
Regularly review performance with the VP of Developer Relations, making data-driven adjustments to tactics and priorities.