Developer Experience Event Manager

Jobgether SRL; United States; Remote; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Unlimited Flexible Time Off

Career development

Learning opportunities

Remote flexibility

Global exposure

Creative environment

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Jobgether SRL is seeking a Developer Experience Event Manager based in the United States to plan and execute developer-focused events worldwide. You will collaborate with Developer Relations, Product Marketing, and creative teams to deliver in-person and virtual experiences for conferences, meetups, hackathons, and activations.

The role requires 3+ years in event management, strong organizational and communication skills, and willingness to travel internationally to deliver high-impact events.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in event management or experiential marketing.
• Strong interest in developer relations or technical communities.
• Experience managing global events, with budgeting and regional knowledge.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategy, planning, logistics, and on-site execution of developer-focused events.
• Collaborate with Developer Relations to align regional priorities with event plans.
• Manage event sponsorships and partnerships to maximize visibility and value.
• Negotiate venues and vendors and manage associated deliverables.
• Develop and track multi-regional budgets and ensure cost efficiency.
• Create integrated campaigns with marketing teams (landing pages, emails, social).
• Coordinate speaking engagements, workshops, and presentations with stakeholders.
• Oversee product demonstrations and ensure training and materials are event-ready.
• Prepare pre-event briefings, run-of-show, and post-event reports for continuous improvement.
• Track leads and ROI in CRM systems.
• Travel internationally as required to oversee events.

Skills

Event management

Project management

Budget management

Vendor management

Global events

Communication

Google Workspace

Splash

Luma

Jira/Confluence

Tools

Splash

Luma

Jira

Confluence

Job description

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, which manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Developer Experience Event Manager based in the United States.This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced event professional to create engaging experiences that connect with developers and strengthen a global presence across the gaming, technology, and software communities. In this role, you will lead the planning and execution of developer-focused events, including industry conferences, trade shows, meetups, hackathons, and product activations. Working closely with Developer Relations, Product Marketing, and creative teams, you will transform engagement strategies into memorable in-person and virtual experiences. You will oversee event logistics, sponsorships, budgets, vendor relationships, technical demonstrations, and integrated marketing campaigns from concept through post-event analysis. Your work will help showcase innovative solutions, build meaningful industry relationships, and generate measurable business impact. This remote opportunity is ideal for a creative, detail-oriented project manager who enjoys working across global teams and traveling internationally to deliver exceptional events.

Accountabilities

• Lead the strategy, planning, logistics, and on-site execution of developer-focused events, including conferences, trade shows, meetups, hackathons, and activations associated with major technology platform launches.
• Collaborate with Developer Relations teams to translate regional engagement priorities into effective event plans, ensuring technical evangelists and other team members have the resources and support needed to succeed.
• Manage event sponsorships, partnership commitments, and associated deliverables to maximize visibility, engagement, and value.
• Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with venues and vendors, including booth builders, audiovisual providers, creative production partners, and accommodation providers.
• Develop, manage, and track event budgets across multiple regions and currencies, maintaining financial accuracy and cost efficiency.
• Partner with Developer Marketing and internal marketing teams to create integrated event campaigns, including landing pages, email communications, social media content, and promotional initiatives.
• Create and maintain event listings and registration pages on company websites and event management platforms such as Splash and Luma.
• Work with creative teams to develop event concepts, promotional materials, graphics, branded assets, and other content tailored to developer audiences.
• Coordinate speaking engagements, workshops, panels, and presentations in collaboration with Developer Relations, Product, and other internal stakeholders.
• Support the delivery of flagship integration showcases and technical demonstrations, working with Developer Relations to present technical content effectively at events.
• Manage product demonstrations end to end, ensuring demos are tested and event-ready and that attending team members receive appropriate training, instructions, and supporting materials in coordination with Product Marketing Managers.
• Prepare pre-event briefings, detailed run-of-show documents, operational plans, and post-event reports to ensure consistent execution and continuous improvement.
• Track leads, attendee engagement, event performance, and return on investment, ensuring accurate and timely data entry and follow-up within CRM systems.
• Research new event opportunities, evaluate sponsorship proposals, and provide strategic recommendations for future developer-focused activations.
• Travel internationally as required to oversee event delivery and represent the organization at global developer and industry gatherings.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience in event management or experiential marketing, preferably within the gaming, technology, software, or related industries.
• Genuine interest in developer relations, developer advocacy, or technical communities, with an understanding of how to engage developers effectively; coding experience is not required.
• Demonstrated experience managing global events, including an understanding of regional requirements, cultural considerations, logistics, and budgets.
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple simultaneous projects while maintaining high standards of accuracy and execution.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate confidently with both technical professionals and business stakeholders.
• Creative problem-solving abilities and sound judgment, including the capacity to make timely decisions in fast-moving event environments.
• Exceptional attention to detail, quality, brand consistency, and the overall attendee experience.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace and its productivity tools.
• Familiarity with event registration and marketing platforms such as Splash and Luma.
• Experience with Atlassian tools, including Jira and Confluence, is an advantage.
• Ability to work flexible hours to accommodate global time zones and event schedules.
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally as needed.
• Ability to manage event budgets, coordinate vendors, and handle sensitive business information responsibly.

Benefits

• Annual salary: $100,000–$125,000 USD for the Los Angeles, California market. Compensation may vary depending on work location, experience, and other relevant factors.
• Healthcare coverage: Medical, dental, and vision plans fully paid by the company.
• Flexible time off: Unlimited Flexible Time Off to support personal well-being and work-life balance.
• Career development: A personalized career roadmap designed to support individual growth and professional progression.
• Learning opportunities: Access to training, education, and professional development resources.
• Remote flexibility: Remote work arrangement, with the role listed for the United States and additional location options in Berlin, Germany.
• Global exposure: Opportunities to participate in international conferences, developer gatherings, and industry events.
• Creative environment: A collaborative workplace that values innovation, creativity, teamwork, and the power of play.
• Inclusive culture: Commitment to equal employment opportunities and a diverse, respectful, and welcoming work environment.