At Wacom, we believe that technology should be easy to use and simple to understand. With products that rely on human intuition and natural movement, we strive to bring people and technology closer together. Our patented pen and touch input technology has helped professionals around the world create extraordinary characters, digital art, films, special effects, fashions, and industrial designs. We’re proud to say that some of the most celebrated companies in these industries rely on our products. No other technology company designs tools that empower creative professionals the way Wacom does. Not even close.
JOB PURPOSE
The Developer Relations Manager will cultivate and manage relationships with key developers within the America’s region. The responsibility includes coordinating with internal functions to assure well organized and appropriate developer resources. This person will influence developers related to advances in Wacom internal technologies and coordinate with key departments and functions to optimize mutual business interests. Targeted account development for vertical markets and broader outreach for horizontal markets are important aspects of this job.
JOB ROLE & DUTIES
- Refine and execute a developer relations marketing plan to build and manage Wacom’s developer community (with emphasis on strategic partners)
- Establish and share best practices, tools, case studies, and other resources to help developers succeed
- Carefully review, refine, and implement improvements to web assets and resources for developers, working closely with internal stakeholders
- Work with internal resources to establish tools and methodologies required to carry out annual objectives for this responsibility (e.g. email subscriptions, newsletter, API’s and SDK’s, and so forth)
- Build personal relationships with key individuals at various levels within our strategic partner organizations including senior and executive managers (targeted accounts), exhibiting the best qualities of Wacom’s brand
- Build outreach programs and self-fulfilling support systems to enliven and serve developers of horizontal consumer software
- Engage with internal product marketing and product management to align hardware and 3rd party software schedules
- Manage hardware prototype and evaluation promo/loaner program
- Provide transparency, sharing information important to global functions and other Wacom regions
- Manage CRM and list resources to assure all information and databases are current
- Provide monthly reporting on progress of key accounts and important activities
Travel will be heavier in early stages to assure face-to-face relationship building with strategic partners. On average it is estimated that this job will require 30% travel. This person must be willing and able to travel regularly.
QUALIFICATIONS (Education/Experience)
Computer Science or technical degree preferred. Three to five years experience specifically in developer marketing and developer relations management. Experience with user interface technologies and innovation is preferred. A fun and personable style is important to be successful in this role. Solid writing skills and a keen attention to detail are necessary.
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