Founding Developer Relations Lead (DevRel Lead)

San Francisco - $120K – $220K + equity

A rapidly growing AI infrastructure startup is seeking a Founding Developer Relations Lead to bridge the gap between cutting-edge voice AI technology and the developer community.

With major advancements in AI-powered voice assistants, the company is building the tools that enable developers to bring voice AI into production seamlessly. Recently backed by a top-tier Series A investment, the company is expanding its in-person team in San Francisco to scale its success.

This role will play a crucial part in establishing the company's presence in the developer ecosystem. The Founding Developer Relations Lead will be responsible for crafting engaging technical content, improving documentation, and fostering a thriving developer community. As an early team member, this individual will also help shape company culture and long-term engagement strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

Revamp Developer Documentation (First 30 Days)

• Redesign the information architecture to ensure clarity and ease of use.
• Gather user feedback to identify pain points and implement necessary improvements.

Build and Manage Developer Community Engagement (First 14 Days)

• Develop and execute strategies to track and increase developer engagement.
• Identify and engage key developers and influencers within the industry.
• Leverage strategic partnerships to expand reach and impact.

Create High-Quality Technical Content (First 30 Days)

• Develop content strategies across social channels, newsletters, and user spotlights.
• Collaborate with engineering teams on deep technical dives and walkthroughs.
• Produce sample projects demonstrating common use cases.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Experience as a software developing that has moved into Developer Relations within a developer-focused startup.
• Strong technical background with the ability to communicate complex concepts effectively.
• Experience leveraging SEO, Generative SEO, and multimedia content production to drive organic growth.
• Expertise in using LLMs and automation tools to optimize content creation.
• Strong communication skills to engage both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proven track record of creating engaging technical content across blogs, social media, and video platforms.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced startup environment, taking initiative and driving projects to completion.

Key Attributes:

• Communication: Ability to clearly articulate ideas and engage diverse audiences.
• Organizational Skills: Strong ability to design and maintain scalable systems for community engagement.
• Entrepreneurial Mindset: Willingness to take ownership, experiment with new ideas, and drive initiatives forward.
• Creative & Proactive: A self-starter who identifies opportunities and executes effectively.