Hybrid Developer Events Lead

at PlanetScale

• Job title: Developer Events Lead
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior
• Salary: $130,000 - $160,000 per year
• Degree requirement: No Education Requirement
• Location requirements: Hybrid, San Francisco, United States

About the role

• Developer Events Lead managing engaging community-centric events for PlanetScale's developer community. Executing impactful event strategies and building grassroots community around database technology while fostering relationships.

Responsibilities

• You will own end-to-end planning, organization, and execution of developer-focused events including meetups, global conferences, local events, partner events, and livestreams
• You will manage PlanetScale's presence at developer conferences by coordinating booth logistics, securing speaking slots for team members, and organizing satellite events
• You will organize and host in-office community events at the PlanetScale office in San Francisco.
• You will launch and manage developer meetups across key tech hubs, building grassroots community around database technology
• You will partner with the GTM team to conceptualize, coordinate, and execute field marketing events, including private dinners and unique experiential activities designed to engage prospects and customers.
• You will partner with developer tool companies to co-host events and expand reach
• You will coordinate and produce livestreams and technical webinars, working with technical team members on content
• You will develop event strategies and measurement frameworks to demonstrate ROI on developer awareness and product-led growth
• You will manage event budgets and negotiate with vendors, venues, and partners
• Your role will require significant travel to connect with developers at events worldwide
• PlanetScale is a remote-first company, but due to the nature of this role, you may be required to work out of our San Francisco office several times a week to coordinate events

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in event management, developer relations, or developer marketing with a focus on technical audiences
• Proven track record of planning and executing developer events from concept to completion
• Strong understanding of the developer ecosystem and what makes events valuable to technical audiences
• Experience managing event budgets and vendor relationships
• Excellent project management and organizational skills
• Willingness to travel frequently (30-40% of the time) to attend and run events

Benefits

• Health insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible work hours
• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities