Canonical · 5 months ago
Developer Relations Engineer
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid LevelCanonical is a pioneering tech firm that is at the forefront of the global move to open source. They are seeking a Developer Relations Engineer to engage with open source communities and developer-centric organizations, combining technical expertise with strong communication skills to enhance the developer experience.
Computer Software
Responsibilities
Take part in team product meetings, at levels from strategy to day-by-day development progress, contributing insight and expertise
Maintain conversations with developer community members wherever they may be found - IRC, social media, product forums, meet-ups and more
Work with colleagues in other teams in the company, as part of efforts to help establish commonality and consistent approaches
Help solve specific technical problems that users or colleagues have identified
Contribute to technical documentation to ensure that developer users' needs are met there
Work on technical articles, presentations or workshops
Identify new opportunities and directions for improvement in the developer experience we provide
Present at conferences, meetups or technical events
Qualification
Required
is a programmer or developer with a demonstrable passion for and engagement in open-source software
has worked with real-world challenges developing and deploying software using Linux
has practical hands-on experience of Linux software packaging (including Snaps, debs, charms, rocks, PIP, containers)
understands current software packing issues and trends in the Linux ecosystem
has been a contributor to open-source communities, software and documentation
is an engaging, vivacious speaker and presenter
can work effectively, tactfully, empathetically and confidently in contexts where different parties have different perspectives, needs and understanding
builds trust, relationships and confidence
is willing to travel globally twice a year for company events, as well as to upstream and partner events
Preferred
previous experience in a developer advocacy or community role
in-depth familiarity with Ubuntu and the Canonical ecosystem of products
Benefits
Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in person - we've been working remotely since 2004!
Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
Annual compensation review
Recognition rewards
Annual holiday leave
Maternity and paternity leave
Employee Assistance Programme
Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues from your team and others
Priority Pass for travel and travel upgrades for long haul company events
Company
Canonical
We deliver open source to the world faster, more securely and more cost effectively than any other company.
Founded in 2004
1001-5000 employees
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