Developer Experience Advocate

Developer-focused software monitoring platform helping companies like Disney, Microsoft, and Atlassian spend less time fixing bugs.
$149,000 - $189,000
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
Hybrid
5+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS

Description For Developer Experience Advocate

Sentry, a well-funded software monitoring platform with over $217 million in funding, is seeking a Senior Developer Experience Advocate to join their team. This role sits at the intersection of product development and developer enablement, making it perfect for someone who loves exploring new technologies and teaching others.

The position requires a unique blend of technical expertise and communication skills. You'll be responsible for creating engaging content, building developer communities, and providing valuable feedback to product teams. With 5+ years of development experience and 3+ years in advocacy roles, you'll work closely with various teams including Engineering, Product, and Marketing.

Sentry offers a hybrid work environment with designated in-office days (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday) to facilitate collaboration. The company serves over 100,000 organizations, including tech giants like Disney, Microsoft, and Atlassian, providing tools that help developers write better software faster.

The role combines three key aspects: educational content creation, community building through events, and being a bridge between customers and product teams. You'll need to be proficient in modern development frameworks, have a track record of creating technical content, and be active in developer communities.

Compensation is competitive, ranging from $149,000 to $189,000, plus benefits including equity grants and health insurance. Sentry maintains a strong commitment to equal opportunity and inclusive culture, making it an ideal place for those passionate about making software development more accessible to everyone.

Last updated 8 days ago

Responsibilities For Developer Experience Advocate

  • Build content, experiences, and demos for Sentry users
  • Provide insights and POV on latest industry trends
  • Consolidate insights from developer product world
  • Collaborate with Engineering, Product, Design, Sales engineering, and Marketing teams
  • Create technical content and product narratives
  • Educate through content and community building
  • Influence product direction through customer feedback

Requirements For Developer Experience Advocate

JavaScript
  • 5+ years as a developer and 3+ years in advocacy or educational role
  • 3+ examples of technical educational content for professional developers
  • Experience managing developer-focused blogs or forums
  • Experience with modern development languages or frameworks
  • Track record in ROI, reporting and analytics
  • Active participation in technical communities
  • Strong prioritization skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Benefits For Developer Experience Advocate

Medical Insurance
Equity
  • Incentive compensation
  • Equity grants
  • Paid time off
  • Group health insurance coverage

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