Developer Relations Engineer - UK

About Storyblok

Storyblok is a cutting-edge headless CMS platform designed to empower both marketers and developers to create content joyfully and publish confidently across multiple channels such as websites, apps, AI search, and more. Renowned companies including Virgin Media O2, Oatly, and TomTom rely on Storyblok for greater and faster market impact.

Job Overview

As a Developer Relations Engineer, you will establish yourself as a Storyblok and headless CMS expert, supporting onboarding and fostering developer community engagement. Your role includes creating code samples, troubleshoot issues, and partnering directly with users to reduce friction. You'll advocate for Storyblok, helping external developers overcome challenges by leveraging plugins, tools, apps, or custom scripts. Additionally, you will monitor development communities on Discord, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Dev.to to develop relevant content.

Core Responsibilities

• Act as a Subject Matter Expert on Storyblok and headless CMSs, enabling developers, agencies, and customers to effectively understand and implement headless architectures and optimize Storyblok feature usage.
• Conduct educational workshops, write detailed tutorials and documentation, deliver webinars, produce instructional videos, and provide product demonstrations to assist users.
• Develop sample applications, prototypes, and code examples to demonstrate Storyblok's power and the benefits of the headless content management approach.
• Identify, report, and address missing features or technical challenges within Storyblok APIs, SDKs, and services.
• Assist external developers in resolving functionality gaps and technical problems.
• Contribute bug fixes and code improvements to open-source Storyblok projects such as SDKs, sample apps, and starter kits.
• Provide input on feature enhancements based on insights gathered from customers and the developer community.
• Engage with and support the Storyblok community on social platforms including Discord, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Dev.to.
• Represent Storyblok at various online and physical events, including speaking engagements and booth leadership.
• Help steer the future roadmap for documentation, tutorials, and the onboarding experience.
• Maintain expertise on advanced web development topics and emerging trends.
• Demonstrate proficiency in AI literacy by effectively utilizing AI-based tools to boost productivity, improve decision-making, and uphold high-quality output while applying critical thinking and judgment.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in web development.
• General CMS experience, with preference for familiarity with headless CMS platforms.
• Strong proficiency in consuming RESTful APIs; knowledge of GraphQL APIs is advantageous.
• Solid understanding of at least one modern JavaScript framework such as Vue, React, Next.js, Nuxt, Astro, or Svelte, including foundational principles.
• Experience with public speaking engagements.
• Demonstrated experience organizing events or meetups.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent command of English language and communication skills, enabling collaboration across multiple stakeholders and departments.
• Confidence, attention to detail, and motivation to contribute significantly within a high-performing team environment.
• Capability to effectively use AI tools to enhance work efficiency and quality with sound judgment.

Preferred Experience

• Background in customer calls, developer support, or other developer relations functions.
• Technical writing skills.

Benefits and Perks

• Monthly stipend to support remote work expenses (e.g., internet, electricity).
• Initial home office equipment package including laptop, keyboard, monitor, etc.
• Post-onboarding upgrade options for home office furniture or co-working space membership.
• Sick leave, parental leave, and 25 days of annual leave plus local holidays.
• Personal development funds allocated for courses, books, conferences, and learning materials.
• Annual international team-building trips and frequent online social events.
• Flexible work hours with a strong emphasis on work-life balance.
• An international and fun-loving team committed to collaborative success.

Additional Information

• Remote working is the default setup, with options for co-working space subsidies.
• Storyblok maintains a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, promoting an equitable hiring environment regardless of gender, ethnicity, orientation, age, religion, or other characteristics.
• All recruitment communications will be from official @storyblok.com email addresses only, with no redirects to unrelated third-party sites.
• Applicants requiring accommodations during the selection process can request assistance via email.