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 - Robust 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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