What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Developer Relations Engineer position at LlamaIndex Inc.?
Join us and help shape the future of AI by architecting next-generation knowledge systems.
Values we look for :
Unwavering Integrity with Purpose : We operate with complete honesty and stay true to our mission. Our work isn't just a job – it's driven by genuine passion and deep alignment with our goals.
Resourceful Innovation : We thrive in any environment, turning constraints into opportunities. Our ability to adapt and find creative solutions with limited resources sets us apart.
Exceptional Drive & Execution : We combine sharp intellect with relentless execution. Smart thinking alone isn't enough – we pride ourselves on turning great ideas into real results.
Elevate & Empower : We believe in collective growth. Success means lifting those around us, sharing knowledge, and helping our teammates reach their full potential.
Deep Expertise : We value and cultivate deep domain knowledge. True innovation comes from mastering our craft and understanding the nuances of our field.
About the Role
As a Developer Relations Engineer, you'll focus on creating tangible business value by helping developers solve real-world problems and build better software. This isn't just about content creation – it's about building authentic relationships with the developer community through practical, hands-on experience with our products, both open-source and enterprise-focused.
Core Responsibilities
These are where we expect you to spend the bulk of your time.
Maintain our position as a leading voice in AI education on our social channels
Build real-world use-cases that demonstrate the value of LlamaIndex
Create technical content including documentation, tutorials, and workshop materials
Identify and advocate for product improvements based on first-hand experience and community feedback
Interact directly with our developer community through our Discord, social, and customer channels as well as in-person events
Secondary Responsibilities
Represent our company at technical conferences, delivering talks and engaging with developers in meaningful technical discussions
Contribute to product testing and provide feedback on new features and SDKs from a developer's perspective
Contribute directly to our open-source frameworks with bug fixes and new features
Impact Areas
Your work will directly contribute to :
Accelerating adoption of the LlamaIndex framework in the AI developer community
Reducing customer churn by improving product experience and documentation
Increasing conversion to paid features through authentic demonstration of value
Building and maintaining trust within the developer community
Required Qualifications
4 years of software development experience
2 years in a developer relations / developer advocate / similar role
Excellent technical communication skills, both written and verbal
Experience building and deploying real-world applications
Ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly and engagingly
Track record of contributing to developer communities or open source projects
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with technical content creation (articles, tutorials, videos)
Public speaking experience at technical conferences or meetups
Background in developer tooling, infrastructure, or platform development
Experience with SEO optimization and technical content strategy
Understanding of developer marketing and community building
What Sets You Apart
You believe in learning in public and sharing knowledge gained from real-world experiences
You're passionate about helping developers solve problems and build better software
You can balance technical depth with clear, accessible communication
You understand that developer relations isn't just about content creation – it's about creating genuine value for developers and the business
What We Offer
Opportunity to work on real projects with real users that directly impact the developer community
Freedom to experiment with different approaches to developer education and engagement
Support for conference speaking and community involvement
Collaborative environment working with both product and engineering teams
Investment in your growth as a technical leader and developer advocate
Location
Because we expect this role to regularly attend in-person events, we are prioritizing San Francisco and New York as locations for candidates, but we will consider other remote locations for exceptional candidates as long as they are within 3 timezones of our SF HQ.
Benefits :
Competitive base salary and equity compensation
Comprehensive medical / dental / vision coverage for you and your family
Unlimited paid time off policy
Daily catered lunch and snacks in the San Francisco office
Opportunity to work with cutting-edge AI technologies
Collaborative and innovative work environment
Professional development and learning opportunities
Pursuant to the SanFrancisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
LlamaIndex does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, employees, or any other organization location. LlamaIndex is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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