Remote Developer Advocate - Quant Trading and Data Community

Description:

• Databento is seeking a Developer Advocate and community builder who is passionate about coding and financial markets.
• The role involves creating technical content, such as implementations of market data using Python, C++, and/or Rust, to enhance community engagement across various platforms including Slack, Reddit, Hacker News, and LinkedIn.
• Responsibilities include scaling and nurturing the user community of quant traders and developers, becoming a trusted resource and thought leader in the market data industry.
• The Developer Advocate will identify new marketing, lead generation, and speaking opportunities to attract potential users and evangelists.
• Managing and maintaining a newsletter for current and prospective users is also a key responsibility.
• The role requires collaboration with engineering and product teams to create technical content and improve SEO.
• Monitoring and reporting on feedback, reviews, or feature requests is essential.
• The Developer Advocate will work with the engineering team to respond to customer queries, feedback, and reported bugs in a timely manner.
• Collaboration with the product team to enhance community awareness of product features is also part of the job.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor's degree in computer science, applied math, finance, marketing, communications, business, management, journalism, writing, or any field with an emphasis on writing or social skills is required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential for this position.
• Experience with financial market data in Python, C++, and/or Rust is necessary.
• Previous involvement with the quant trading and/or market data industry is desired.
• A solid understanding and usage of market data is preferred.
• Experience with design tools such as Figma, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign is beneficial.
• Experience in organizing or launching community initiatives, such as online forums, events, or newsletters, is a plus.
• Hands-on experience with social media management, SEO, and/or online marketing channels is advantageous.
• A passion for teaching or communicating ideas to people with varying levels of familiarity on a given topic is highly valued.

Benefits:

• Databento offers health, dental, disability, and life insurance benefits to full-time employees.
• The company provides 401(k) matching to support employees' retirement savings.
• Visa sponsorships are available for eligible candidates.
• The position accommodates 100% remote work, allowing teammates to live around the globe and be paid in their local currency.