Director of Developer Relations

Who you are

You have a proven track record in developer relations or a similar role, with extensive experience in building and leading teams focused on enhancing developer experiences. Your background includes working with blockchain technologies and a deep understanding of financial applications, which allows you to effectively communicate the value of the XRP Ledger to diverse audiences. You are skilled at gathering feedback from developers and using it to inform product development, ensuring that the needs of the developer community are met. Your strategic vision enables you to set clear goals and objectives for your team, driving growth and adoption of innovative solutions.

You possess excellent communication skills, allowing you to engage effectively with developers, startups, and institutions alike. Your ability to foster relationships and build a strong developer ecosystem is key to your success in this role. You are passionate about the potential of blockchain technology and are committed to promoting responsible implementation across various financial applications. You thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy working with cross-functional teams to achieve common goals.

Desirable

Experience in the cryptocurrency or fintech space is a plus, as is familiarity with asset tokenization and decentralized finance (DeFi). You are comfortable navigating complex regulatory environments and can advocate for the responsible use of blockchain technologies. A background in software development or engineering can enhance your ability to connect with developers and understand their challenges.

What you'll do

As the Director of Developer Relations at Ripple, you will lead the team responsible for how developers discover, onboard, build, and scale financial applications on the XRP Ledger. You will set the vision and strategy for developer experience, ensuring that individual developers, startups, and institutions can harness the capabilities of the XRPL for transformative financial innovation. Your role will involve driving adoption for institutional-grade use cases, including asset tokenization and next-generation payment infrastructure.

You will gather crucial feedback from the developer community to inform XRPL product development, ensuring that the platform evolves to meet the needs of its users. Your leadership will be pivotal in growing the developer ecosystem, and you will work closely with various stakeholders to promote the responsible implementation of blockchain technologies across diverse financial applications. You will also be responsible for creating educational resources and programs that empower developers to leverage the XRPL effectively.

What we offer

At Ripple, you will be part of a mission-driven organization that is committed to improving the global financial system. You will have the opportunity to work with a talented team of professionals who are passionate about creating economic fairness and opportunity for people around the world. We offer a collaborative and supportive work environment where you can grow your skills and advance your career. Join us in building real-world value and making a meaningful impact in the financial sector.