Developer Advocate

InfluxData is the creator of InfluxDB, the leading time series platform used to collect, store, and analyze all time series data at any scale. Developers can query and analyze their time-stamped data in real-time to discover, interpret, and share new insights to gain a competitive edge. InfluxData is a remote-first company with a globally distributed workforce. For more information, visit www.influxdata.com.

We are looking to hire a Developer Advocate to join the Developer Relations Team under Product at InfluxData. As a Developer Advocate, you'll represent InfluxData to the community and the community to InfluxData. In this role, you will make developers more productive and empowered by creating demos and technical content, giving talks, organizing meetups, and engaging with users online. You will advocate for the community by working with Product and Engineering to help align their efforts with the needs of the community.

InfluxData is a company built by and for developers. The Developer Advocate on the Developer Relations team will be a leader who directly impacts our entire user community.

The application window will be open until at least December 20, 2024. This opportunity will remain online based on business needs which may be before or after the specified date.

What you’ll be doing

• Become an authority on the InfluxDB platform, both Open Source and Commercial

• Helping developers get started using these platforms to build their own solutions

• Establish a social media presence representing InfluxData

• Participate in Influx Community Groups and Slack discussions

• Regularly present at conferences, meetups and online events showcasing InfluxData products and technology.

• Build and deliver technical training workshops using Influx software

• Write sample applications, prototypes, and code samples to showcase the power and flexibility of InfluxDB and its ecosystem.

• Support and reduce onboarding friction with our user community through code sample creation, debugging, direct partner engagement, and long-tail support channels (forums, office hours, blog posts, etc.).

• Be an advocate for developers internally and influence InfluxData’s product strategy by working with Product Management, Engineering, PR, Marketing, Business Development and other cross-functional teams.

• Build relationships with other technical experts and communities around other projects.

What we’re looking for

• You are a strong public speaker with experience delivering presentations at conferences, meetups, or online events

• You have 2+ years working with and supporting open source projects, developers, platforms, communities, or user groups

• You have built technology demonstrations and examples for developers to follow

• You have knowledge of software development and the ability to learn new technologies and languages

Bonus points if you

• Experience building and delivering technical training both in person and online

• Strong technical writing skills

• Experience contributing code to open-source projects

• Knowledge and experience with IoT/Edge devices, protocols, and frameworks

• Have a background with Python, Javascript, Java, etc.

Interview Information:

Our interview process begins remotely. Interviews are typically conducted via Zoom. To ensure every candidate can participate, please let us know if you are unable to access Zoom. Some roles may require an in-person meeting with a team member as part of the final stage.

We offer fantastic benefits for full time employees; in the US these include:

• Medical/dental/vision insurance with 100% coverage for employees and dependents

• Company contribution to your FSA

• Flexible Time Off - take the time you need

• Life Insurance, short and long term disability insurance

• 401(k)

• Wellness programs

• Annual professional development budget

• Financial planning and legal advice

Our Core Values

Our employees are the heart of the company and only by having a core set of beliefs and values will we be successful. We hire and live by these core values:

• We value each other

• We get stuff done

• We believe humility drives learning

• We embrace failure

• We are committed to open source

Visit our careers page to learn more about working at InfluxData.

InfluxData is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other categories protected by applicable law. 

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