Developer Relations Lead — Open Source & AI Ecosystem

factory; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Factory is seeking a Developer Relations Lead to spearhead engagement with the broader developer and open-source communities. This role will champion Factory’s technology in open-source spaces and build strategic partnerships while organizing events and producing technical content to demonstrate our Droids’ capabilities.

You will act as a bridge between developers and Factory’s product teams, translating feedback into actionable improvements and helping shape the ecosystem around our platform.

Qualifications

• Background in software development or developer relations with 3+ years engaging with open-source communities and tech ecosystems.
• Proven ability to organize developer-centric events and initiatives with strong project management.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for developers, partners, and internal teams.
• Familiarity with AI, machine learning, and software development tools.

Responsibilities

• Champion Factory’s technology within the open-source community by contributing to external projects and showcasing how our Droids can enhance software development practices.
• Develop and nurture relationships with key stakeholders in open-source, AI companies, and potential technology partners to build collaborations.
• Plan and execute events for developers and tech professionals, including hackathons, lunch & learns, workshops, and meetups.
• Create technical content (blogs, tutorials, case studies) to educate developers about Factory’s value proposition and Droids.
• Act as liaison between developer community and Factory product teams to relay feedback for product development.

Skills

Open-source engagement

Event planning

Communication skills

AI/ML awareness

Strategic thinking

Job description

Factory is seeking a Developer Relations Lead to spearhead engagement with the broader developer and open-source communities. This role will champion Factory’s technology in open-source spaces and build strategic partnerships while organizing events and producing technical content to demonstrate our Droids’ capabilities.

You will act as a bridge between developers and Factory’s product teams, translating feedback into actionable improvements and helping shape the ecosystem around our platform.