Head of Developer Relations Job at Adyen (Chicago)

Head of Developer Relations

About the Role: We’re looking for a Head of Developer Relations to help make Was...

Location

United States , San Francisco

Salary:

Not provided

Helpcare AI

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Strong engineering skills and the ability to build credible technical demos and examples
Excellent written and verbal communication
Experience creating technical content such as articles, tutorials, docs, demos, talks, videos, workshops, or open-source projects
Strong product taste and a sharp sense for what makes developer tools exciting, understandable, and trustworthy
Ability to explain complex technical ideas clearly and precisely
Comfort speaking publicly and engaging with developers online and in person
A self-driven, proactive attitude and the ability to operate with high ownership
Comfort working across engineering, product, community, and content
Based in CET timezone or within ±2h

Job Responsibility

Work closely with the CEO on Wasmer’s external technical presence and developer narrative
Create technical content that developers genuinely want to read, watch, share, and build from
Build and maintain examples, starter projects, demos, and educational materials that showcase real use cases
Improve docs, onboarding flows, and sample code to make Wasmer easier to learn and adopt
Organize and support conference talks, meetups, workshops, livestreams, and other developer-facing events
Represent Wasmer publicly online and in person across developer communities
Publish blog posts, launch content, tutorials, demos, and social content around Wasmer and the broader WebAssembly ecosystem
Identify compelling use cases and turn them into clear stories that help developers understand why Wasmer matters
Gather feedback from developers and bring product, documentation, and ecosystem insights back to the team
Help increase Wasmer’s visibility, credibility, and adoption across the internet

What we offer

Competitive salary and stock options
Generous vacation policy
Flexible and remote work policies
Monthly fitness stipend
Monthly stipend for open-source contributions
Economic support for skills development, continuous learning, and attending conferences

Fulltime

Head of Developer Community

Vercel is hiring a Senior Developer Ecosystem & Open Source Lead to evolve and s...

Location

United States , San Francisco; New York City

Salary:

200000.00 - 300000.00 USD / Year

Vercel

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

6+ years of experience in Developer Relations, Developer Marketing, OSS leadership, or ecosystem strategy
with 1+ year of team management experience
Experience owning or scaling an existing open source or ecosystem program
Strong relationships within the modern web or open source community
Experience managing sponsorship investments and evaluating ROI
Proven conference speaking experience at high-visibility developer events
Ability to connect ecosystem initiatives to measurable marketing and business impact
Deep technical fluency with modern web technologies (e.g., Next.js, frontend frameworks, cloud platforms)
Willing and able to travel regularly for conferences and ecosystem engagements

Job Responsibility

Own and evolve Vercel’s Developer-Facing programs, refining sponsorship frameworks, strengthening maintainer relationships, and increasing the programs' visibility and measurable impact across the ecosystem
Define and lead Vercel’s developer ecosystem strategy, identifying priority focus areas, building high-leverage partnerships, and positioning Vercel at the center of the modern web
Own global conference and sponsorship strategy, determining where and how Vercel shows up, representing the company at flagship events, and establishing clear ROI for ecosystem investments
Shape developer thought leadership and narrative, contributing to Vercel Media and ensuring our ecosystem presence reinforces brand, product positioning, and long-term marketing goals
Drive cross-functional alignment, partnering with Developer Experience, Community, Product Marketing, and Brand to translate ecosystem strategy into scalable activation

What we offer

Competitive compensation package, including equity
Inclusive Healthcare Package
Learn and Grow - we provide mentorship and send you to events that help you build your network and skills
Flexible Time Off
We will provide you the gear you need to do your role, and a WFH budget for you to outfit your space as needed

Fulltime

Head of Developer Education, Kiro

Do you enjoy diving deep into Generative AI, solving complex problems, and shari...

Location

United States , Santa Clara; Seattle; New York

Salary:

164200.00 - 330500.00 USD / Year

Amazon

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or above in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data Science, Information Systems, or related STEM fields, or experience in software development
10+ years of experience in developer education, developer experience, developer relations, technical content leadership, or related roles
Deep technical fluency — you understand developer workflows, can read/write code, and can explain technical concepts clearly
Proven success creating structured learning paths and educational content that measurably improve user outcomes
Comfortable working cross-functionally with product, engineering, support, and community teams
Experience with AI-assisted or intelligent developer tools, and familiarity with how developers adopt new paradigms

Job Responsibility

Define and continually refine Kiro’s developer education strategy and long-term roadmap
Build compelling, structured learning paths and own the developer learning experience as a strategic lever for product growth and trust
Produce high-impact education artifacts: tutorials, walkthroughs, how-to guides, best-practice playbooks, code samples, interactive labs, long and short videos
Translate complex agentic AI concepts into clear, actionable lessons that developers can apply immediately
Partner with engineering to keep educational content aligned with product changes and releases
Systematically gather developer feedback on learning pain points, confusing workflows, and patterns of failure
Communicate insights back to Product and Engineering to reduce friction and improve the overall product experience
Use telemetry and qualitative user signals to measure and improve education impact
Lead programs that integrate education into community touchpoints — office hours, workshops, webinars, events, and interactive sessions
Enable internal and external educators to represent Kiro’s best practices and workflows

What we offer

health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage)
401(k) matching
paid time off
parental leave
sign-on payments
restricted stock units (RSUs)

Fulltime

Head of Developer Advocacy

We’re looking for a Head of Developer Advocacy to help shape and scale an indust...

Location

United States , Chicago, New York, San Francisco

Salary:

198000.00 - 267000.00 USD / Year

Adyen

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

8+ years of experience in developer advocacy, developer relations, or a related technical role, ideally in fintech or big tech
5+ years of experience leading teams
Deep understanding of APIs, SDKs, and developer tools
Expertise in one or two major programming languages
Strong ability to design and execute plans that drive developer adoption and engagement
Fast learner with a passion for technology and a launch-fast-iterate mindset
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex technical topics
Confident public speaker and experienced presenter in both technical and business contexts
Full professional proficiency in English
Proven experience working closely with product and engineering to influence roadmaps and deliver improvements

Job Responsibility

Build an industry-leading developer experience
Champion the end-to-end developer journey across Adyen’s APIs, SDKs, documentation, and tooling - with a relentless focus on removing friction and increasing adoption
Design and scale structured feedback loops with developers (customers, partners, and the broader ecosystem) to identify pain points and surface actionable insights
Co-lead Adyen’s Developer Experience strategy and execution
Collaborate with engineers, product designers, and product managers to prioritize and shape features based on real developer needs
Identify and address friction, inconsistencies, and gaps across the developer experience - from onboarding to ongoing usage
Co-develop go-to-market strategies for new developer-facing tools and capabilities
Oversee our developer experience content strategy and the creation of high-quality content like tutorials, blog posts, and videos in close collaboration with product, engineering, and marketing
Be a trusted technical counterpart to customers and partners
Build trusted relationships with high-impact developers in our customer and partner ecosystem

Fulltime

Head of Developer Advocacy

We’re looking for a Head of Developer Advocacy to help shape and scale an indust...

Location

United States , Chicago

Salary:

180000.00 - 267000.00 USD / Year

Adyen

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

8+ years of experience in developer advocacy, developer relations, or a related technical role, ideally in fintech or big tech
5+ years of experience leading teams
Deep understanding of APIs, SDKs, and developer tools
Expertise in one or two major programming languages
Strong ability to design and execute plans that drive developer adoption and engagement
Fast learner with a passion for technology and a launch-fast-iterate mindset
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex technical topics
Confident public speaker and experienced presenter in both technical and business contexts
Full professional proficiency in English
Proven experience working closely with product and engineering to influence roadmaps and deliver improvements

Job Responsibility

Build an industry-leading developer experience
Champion the end-to-end developer journey across Adyen’s APIs, SDKs, documentation, and tooling
Design and scale structured feedback loops with developers
Co-lead Adyen’s Developer Experience strategy and execution
Collaborate with engineers, product designers, and product managers to prioritize and shape features
Co-develop go-to-market strategies for new developer-facing tools and capabilities
Oversee our developer experience content strategy and the creation of high-quality content
Build trusted relationships with high-impact developers in our customer and partner ecosystem
Run early adopter programs, conduct listening tours, leverage friction logs and engage in strategic technical conversations
Represent Adyen authentically in developer communities through blogs, meetups, open discussions, and conferences

What we offer

RSUs

Fulltime

Head of Developer Marketing

We are seeking an experienced Head of Developer Marketing to lead our efforts in...

Location

United States

Salary:

Not provided

Actian

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

7+ years in developer marketing or a closely related field, ideally in a B2B tech or SaaS environment
Strong understanding of developer communities, developer tools, and the AI/ML landscape
Experience as practitioner in the data and AI field
deep knowledge of databases, application development, and AI/ML
Excellent communication skills and the ability to translate technical concepts into compelling narratives
Leadership experience and a collaborative mindset to drive cross-functional initiatives
Ability to work with and manage agencies and contractors to deliver results

Job Responsibility

Define and execute the global developer marketing strategy to drive awareness, adoption, and advocacy among developers and AI/ML engineers
ensuring we speak with an authentic voice across channels and programs
Lead developer acquisition programs, ensuring they deliver measurable developer engagement
Collaborate with Demand Gen on paid marketing for developers, including advertising campaigns targeting AI/ML developers, sponsorships, and experimental acquisition channels
Oversee developer events strategy, including conference sponsorships, speaking engagements, workshops, and creative activations showcasing use cases
Establish and nurture a vibrant developer community through events, forums, hackathons, and online content
Own and develop key relationships with AI/ML developer communities and influencers (AI research labs, ML Twitter, GitHub AI community, etc.)
Oversee the creation of technical content, tutorials, sample applications, and other resources that empower developers to succeed with our products
Work closely with Product, Engineering, Sales, and Marketing teams to align on messaging and ensure a cohesive go-to-market approach
Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure developer needs inform roadmap and messaging

Fulltime

Head of Employee Relations & HR Compliance

As the Head of Employee Relations and HR Compliance at BlackLine, you will play ...

Location

United States , Pleasanton

Salary:

239000.00 - 299000.00 USD / Year

BlackLine

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

8+ years of progressive experience in HR, with a focus on employee relations and compliance
Deep understanding of international and US federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
Experience working within a FedRAMP compliant environment, including familiarity with the specific HR compliance, background check, and auditing requirements it entails
Proven experience conducting thorough and objective investigations
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels
Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Demonstrated leadership experience in a complex organizational environment
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
Master's or JD degree preferred

Job Responsibility

Lead and conduct thorough investigations into employee complaints, conflicts, and allegations of policy violations
Collaborate with legal counsel when necessary and ensure appropriate documentation and resolution of investigations
Track and analyze employee relations trends with the lens to develop, implement, and oversee programs and initiatives that promote a positive workplace culture
Provide guidance and support to HRBPs, managers, and employees on employee relations matters, conflict resolution, and performance management
Stay current on international and US federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations to ensure the organization's compliance
Develop and maintain HR policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with applicable laws and industry best practices
Conduct regular audits to assess HR compliance and implement corrective actions as needed
Lead HR-related FedRAMP audit controls and compliance initiatives, partnering cross-functionally to develop and maintain robust processes for onboarding, offboarding, and other personnel-related audit controls
Develop and deliver training programs for managers and employees on HR policies, compliance, and best practices
Provide ongoing education to ensure a strong understanding of employment laws and regulations

What we offer

short-term and long-term incentive programs
robust offering of benefit and wellness plans

Fulltime

Head of Government Relations & Policy Campaigns

Airbnb was born in 2007 when two hosts welcomed three guests to their San Franci...

Location

Italy , Rome

Salary:

132000.00 - 165000.00 EUR / Year

Airbnb

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

At least 20 years experience working with complex political or regulatory issues in relevant business or non-governmental organisation, or in a political, governmental or regulatory context. Ideally, this experience has been built in travel, urbanism or technology.
Ability to navigate a complex political or regulatory environment. Advanced knowledge of the political landscape and legislative processes in Italy, Greece and the EU, Israel a plus.
Ability to quickly get up to speed on complex technical and regulatory issues, and understand how these can be managed using a broad range of campaigning strategies
Senior leadership experience, with track record of managing, supporting and developing diverse multidisciplinary teams
Proven ability in core management skills - effective delegation, empowerment, performance management, coaching and talent development
Experience of managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders. Ability to multi-task by prioritizing work and coordinating required support across various functions to achieve project goals and objectives
Excellent strategist, creative thinker and expert communicator (spokesperson), with great interpersonal, writing and presentation skills
Self-starter with a good sense of humor and the ability to thrive in a fast moving and sometimes stressful environment.
Candidates must speak fluent Italian and English. An additional European language would be an asset. You must submit your application in English.

Job Responsibility

Developing and executing fully integrated Policy strategic engagement plans in the region
Leading the local team, under the direction of the Director of Public Policy and Campaigns, EMEA
Line managing an energetic, and passionate group of experts, in Policy and Strategic Engagement
Creating and maintaining an inclusive culture and ways of working for your team
Determining an appropriate strategy for each priority geography in the region
Working with local Airbnb Leadership to align Government engagement, policy partnerships and campaign plans with critical business priorities and outcomes
Representing Airbnb at the most senior political levels in your geography, and with the media

What we offer

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