Developer Relations Engineer

Developer Relations Engineer | Careers | vlt /vōlt/ svg]:pointer-events-none [&>svg]:size-3 text-foreground [a&]:hover:bg-accent [a&]:hover:text-accent-foreground group w-fit rounded-sm px-3" href="/blog/registry-metadata-70-percent-smaller"> How we made registry metadata 70% smaller svg]:px-0 cursor-pointer" aria-label="vlt home" data-slot="context-menu-trigger" data-variant="ghost" data-size="default" data-state="closed" style="-webkit-touch-callout:none" href="/home"> vlt /vōlt/ Platform Open Source Company Pricing Docs (opens in new window) Benchmarks (opens in new window) svg]:px-2.5 rounded-sm text-muted-foreground justify-start lg:w-42" href="/registry/upstream/npm"> Search packages svg]:px-2.5 rounded-sm" href="/sign-up">Sign Up svg]:px-2.5 rounded-sm" href="/sign-in">Log In svg]:px-2.5 rounded-sm lg:hidden" aria-label="Open menu" type="button" aria-haspopup="dialog" aria-expanded="false" data-state="closed">Menu All open roles svg]:pointer-events-none [&>svg]:size-3 text-foreground [a&]:hover:bg-accent [a&]:hover:text-accent-foreground bg-background rounded-sm">Full-time Toronto, ON (on-site at HQ) Developer Relations CAD $160k – $180k Developer Relations Engineer Reports to CEO, with weekly 1:1s and team syncs svg]:px-4 rounded-full max-lg:w-full">Apply now

About the company vlt is on a mission to transform the JavaScript ecosystem. We're building the next-generation package manager and registry to simplify how developers build & maintain their JavaScript dependencies. Founded in 2023, our team works in a hybrid model with a dedicated headquarters in Toronto, Canada. We've raised from top investors and angels including Accel, Inovia, Guillermo Rauch (CEO, Vercel) and David Cramer (CEO, Sentry). The opportunity As a Developer Relations Engineer, you will serve as the bridge between vlt and the global JavaScript community. This role combines technical expertise, community engagement, and developer-focused marketing. You will champion the end-to-end developer experience, drive adoption, and contribute directly to vlt's open-source projects while shaping the product through community insights.

Responsibilities Engage with and grow the JavaScript and TypeScript developer community across different channels (e.g. Bluesky, X, Discord, meetups, and conferences) Create high-quality technical content, including blog posts, tutorials, demos, and documentation Represent vlt at conferences, meetups, webinars, and online events Lead campaigns, product launches, and storytelling initiatives to drive awareness and adoption Contribute code, examples, and integrations to vlt's projects, including the registry, website, API and CLI Gather community feedback and collaborate with engineering and product teams to inform the roadmap Support partnerships and community programs that drive ecosystem adoption Some travel required to conferences or industry events

Who you are Enjoys contributing code and engaging with engineers Active in the software ecosystem and passionate about open source Able to translate technical concepts into compelling narratives Effective at bridging engineering, product, and marketing teams Thrives in fast-paced startup environments that require initiative Comfortable owning marketing campaigns/ideas from 0 to 1

Requirements 5+ years in Developer Relations, Developer Advocacy, Technical Marketing, or a similar role Strong proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript and Node.js Experience contributing to open-source projects or active involvement in the JavaScript ecosystem Proven ability to create engaging technical content and present to developer audiences Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills Ability to define and measure success using data-driven metrics Experience with AI tools to complement work

Nice to have Access to existing audience or influence within the JavaScript community Knowledge of package managers, registries, or build systems Experience in public speaking, video production, or podcasting

Benefits

Compensation Competitive salary and stock options. Healthcare Comprehensive health, vision, and dental

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