About the company

vlt is on a mission to transform the JavaScript ecosystem. We’re building the next-generation package manager and registry to simplify how developers build & maintain their JavaScript dependencies. Founded in 2023, our team works in a hybrid model with a dedicated headquarters in Toronto, Canada. . We’ve raised from top investors and angels including Accel, Inovia, Guillermo Rauch (CEO, Vercel) and David Cramer (CEO, Sentry).

The opportunity

As a Developer Relations Engineer, you will serve as the bridge between vlt and the global JavaScript community. This role combines technical expertise, community engagement, and developer-focused marketing. You will champion the end-to-end developer experience, drive adoption, and contribute directly to vlt’s open-source projects while shaping the product through community insights.

- Location: Toronto, ON (on-site at HQ)

- Job Type: Full time

- Work Hours: Flexible working hours with unlimited PTO

- Reports to: CEO, with weekly 1:1s and team syncs

The responsibilities

- Engage with and grow the JavaScript and TypeScript developer community across different channels (e.g. Bluesky, X, Discord, meetups, and conferences)

- Create high-quality technical content, including blog posts, tutorials, demos, and documentation

- Represent vlt at conferences, meetups, webinars, and online events

- Lead campaigns, product launches, and storytelling initiatives to drive awareness and adoption

- Contribute code, examples, and integrations to vlt’s projects, including the registry, website, API and CLI

- Gather community feedback and collaborate with engineering and product teams to inform the roadmap





- Support partnerships and community programs that drive ecosystem adoption

- Some travel required to conferences or industry events

The role requirements

- 5+ years in Developer Relations, Developer Advocacy, Technical Marketing, or a similar role

- Strong proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript and Node.js

- Experience contributing to open-source projects or active involvement in the JavaScript ecosystem

- Proven ability to create engaging technical content and present to developer audiences

- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

- Ability to define and measure success using data-driven metrics

- Experience with AI tools to complement work

Who you are

- Enjoys contributing code and engaging with engineers

- Active in the software ecosystem and passionate about open source

- Able to translate technical concepts into compelling narratives

- Effective at bridging engineering, product, and marketing teams

- Thrives in fast-paced startup environments that require initiative

- Comfortable owning marketing campaigns/ideas from 0 to 1

Pluses

You will stand out for this role if you have experience:

- Access to existing audience or influence within the JavaScript community

- Knowledge of package managers, registries, or build systems

- Experience in public speaking, video production, or podcasting

Benefits

- Competitive salary and stock options

- Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits starting on day 1

- Opportunities for rapid career growth

Disclosures

- Salary Range: CAD$160k - CAD$180k

- This job posting is for a currently vacant role at vlt technology inc.

- Candidates require valid authorization to work in Canada

- AI may be used to screen applications

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