Developer Experience Event Manager

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, which manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Developer Experience Event Manager based in the United States.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced event professional to create engaging experiences that connect with developers and strengthen a global presence across the gaming, technology, and software communities. In this role, you will lead the planning and execution of developer-focused events, including industry conferences, trade shows, meetups, hackathons, and product activations. Working closely with Developer Relations, Product Marketing, and creative teams, you will transform engagement strategies into memorable in-person and virtual experiences. You will oversee event logistics, sponsorships, budgets, vendor relationships, technical demonstrations, and integrated marketing campaigns from concept through post-event analysis. Your work will help showcase innovative solutions, build meaningful industry relationships, and generate measurable business impact. This remote opportunity is ideal for a creative, detail-oriented project manager who enjoys working across global teams and traveling internationally to deliver exceptional events.

Accountabilities

• Lead the strategy, planning, logistics, and on-site execution of developer-focused events, including conferences, trade shows, meetups, hackathons, and activations associated with major technology platform launches.
• Collaborate with Developer Relations teams to translate regional engagement priorities into effective event plans, ensuring technical evangelists and other team members have the resources and support needed to succeed.
• Manage event sponsorships, partnership commitments, and associated deliverables to maximize visibility, engagement, and value.
• Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with venues and vendors, including booth builders, audiovisual providers, creative production partners, and accommodation providers.
• Develop, manage, and track event budgets across multiple regions and currencies, maintaining financial accuracy and cost efficiency.
• Partner with Developer Marketing and internal marketing teams to create integrated event campaigns, including landing pages, email communications, social media content, and promotional initiatives.
• Create and maintain event listings and registration pages on company websites and event management platforms such as Splash and Luma.
• Work with creative teams to develop event concepts, promotional materials, graphics, branded assets, and other content tailored to developer audiences.
• Coordinate speaking engagements, workshops, panels, and presentations in collaboration with Developer Relations, Product, and other internal stakeholders.
• Support the delivery of flagship integration showcases and technical demonstrations, working with Developer Relations to present technical content effectively at events.
• Manage product demonstrations end to end, ensuring demos are tested and event-ready and that attending team members receive appropriate training, instructions, and supporting materials in coordination with Product Marketing Managers.
• Prepare pre-event briefings, detailed run-of-show documents, operational plans, and post-event reports to ensure consistent execution and continuous improvement.
• Track leads, attendee engagement, event performance, and return on investment, ensuring accurate and timely data entry and follow-up within CRM systems.
• Research new event opportunities, evaluate sponsorship proposals, and provide strategic recommendations for future developer-focused activations.
• Travel internationally as required to oversee event delivery and represent the organization at global developer and industry gatherings.

Requirements:

• At least 3 years of experience in event management or experiential marketing, preferably within the gaming, technology, software, or related industries.
• Genuine interest in developer relations, developer advocacy, or technical communities, with an understanding of how to engage developers effectively; coding experience is not required.
• Demonstrated experience managing global events, including an understanding of regional requirements, cultural considerations, logistics, and budgets.
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple simultaneous projects while maintaining high standards of accuracy an…