About the job
About Buildkite
Buildkite's Continuous Integration (CI) platform is the solution of choice for some of the world's top engineering teams, powering software delivery for over one billion daily users.
Job Overview
We are on the lookout for a passionate Developer Events Specialist to design, coordinate, and execute engaging events and community initiatives that elevate Buildkite’s presence in crucial tech spaces. You will be responsible for managing logistics and creating memorable experiences for user conferences, community meetups, workshops, and sponsored events, ensuring that attendees leave feeling energized and connected.
This is a hands-on role focused on logistics, requiring you to oversee the entire event lifecycle from venue selection and vendor management to day-of execution. Collaboration with our Go-to-Market (GTM) and Brand teams will be essential to ensure seamless execution that aligns with our brand identity. While coding skills are not a requirement, a solid understanding of software team dynamics and best practices in the SaaS and DevTools sectors is necessary.
What You’ll Do
Manage Comprehensive Event Logistics
- Plan and facilitate developer-centric events such as user conferences, community meetups, workshops, dinners, and roundtable discussions.
- Oversee vendor relationships, venue selections, budget allocations, timelines, and every operational aspect from initial planning to post-event follow-ups.
- Create and maintain standard processes and checklists to ensure that each event surpasses the last in execution and impact.
Establish a Strong Community Presence
- Contribute to the development and expansion of Buildkite's presence within developer communities, initially targeting the Bay Area.
- Maintain an organized calendar of recurring sponsored and co-marketing programs, coordinating all details for each initiative.
- Act as a dependable point of contact for community partners, co-sponsors, and speakers.