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Developer Advocate, Product Management
MediaKindSouthampton, England, United Kingdom
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£55,200
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
Our predicted code SOC 3556 (65% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £55,200, and MediaKind is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the published rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
About the role
Who We Are
At MediaKind, we’ve reshaped the future of streaming video.
As the world’s largest independent video technology company, and the leader in sports streaming, we power the most ambitious and demanding video experiences on the planet.
Our cloud-native, software-defined solutions help the world’s leading streamers and broadcasters build, deploy and scale premium video experiences. From live sport and entertainment to mission-critical broadcast, we help them deliver every moment to audiences, everywhere.
At MediaKind, innovation is driven by people. You'll join a global team of curious thinkers, problem-solvers, and builders who move quickly, collaborate openly, and are passionate about delivering technology that makes a real impact. We value ownership, practical thinking, and continuous learning, and we believe great ideas come from empowered teams.
If you're excited by solving complex challenges, working alongside talented colleagues around the world, and helping shape the future of video, we'd love to build what's next together.
Position Overview
We are looking for a Developer Advocate with a creative flair to join our Product Management team and help shape the future of how developers build with premium streaming infrastructure. This role is ideal for an early-career technologist who thrives at the intersection of complex technology and developer empathy--someone who can translate sophisticated streaming capabilities into accessible, delightful developer experiences.
Key Responsibilities
Champion the Developer Community
At MediaKind, we’ve reshaped the future of streaming video.
As the world’s largest independent video technology company, and the leader in sports streaming, we power the most ambitious and demanding video experiences on the planet.
Our cloud-native, software-defined solutions help the world’s leading streamers and broadcasters build, deploy and scale premium video experiences. From live sport and entertainment to mission-critical broadcast, we help them deliver every moment to audiences, everywhere.
At MediaKind, innovation is driven by people. You'll join a global team of curious thinkers, problem-solvers, and builders who move quickly, collaborate openly, and are passionate about delivering technology that makes a real impact. We value ownership, practical thinking, and continuous learning, and we believe great ideas come from empowered teams.
If you're excited by solving complex challenges, working alongside talented colleagues around the world, and helping shape the future of video, we'd love to build what's next together.
Position Overview
We are looking for a Developer Advocate with a creative flair to join our Product Management team and help shape the future of how developers build with premium streaming infrastructure. This role is ideal for an early-career technologist who thrives at the intersection of complex technology and developer empathy--someone who can translate sophisticated streaming capabilities into accessible, delightful developer experiences.
Key Responsibilities
Champion the Developer Community
- Be the voice of developers within MK.IO, advocating for their needs and translating feedback into actionable product improvements
- Build and nurture our developer community through forums, social channels, and direct engagement
- Create and maintain feedback channels that ensure every developer voice is heard and valued
Transform Developer Experience
- Drive the transformation of our documentation and learning resources
- Design and create tutorials, guides, and interactive demos that makes MK.IO approachable for developers
- Produce engaging video content, blog posts, and tutorials that showcase the power and simplicity of our streaming platform
- Host webinars, speak at conferences, and represent MK.IO at developer events and meetups
- Work closely with our engineering teams to ensure new features ship with developer-friendly interfaces and clear documentation
- Test and validate new features from a developer perspective, ensuring they meet our self-service standards
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Marketing or equivalent qualification, with a strong passion for technology and flair for creativity
- Hands-on experience with web technologies, APIs, and modern development frameworks
- Understanding of video streaming concepts or eagerness to dive deep into media technology
- Competence in at least one programming language (Python, JavaScript, or similar)
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly
- Experience creating technical content (blog posts, tutorials, documentation, or videos)
- Strong empathy for developer frustrations and challenges
- Passion for helping others succeed and genuine enjoyment of developer interactions
- Experience participating in developer communities, forums, or open source projects
- Natural networking ability and enthusiasm for building relationships
- Creative problem-solving skills and willingness to experiment with new approaches
- Strong analytical skills to measure community engagement and content effectiveness
- Industry Impact: You'll be working with streaming technology that powers some of the world's most-watched content -- reaching millions of viewers worldwide.
- Community Building: Help us build and nurture a thriving developer community from the ground up.
- Content Creation Freedom: We're looking for someone who will bring fresh ideas to how we educate and engage developers.
Southampton UK, Hybrid (2-3 days a week office based)
Benefits
- Competitive salary and bonus
- Comprehensive benefits package
- MediaKindness Wellbeing Program
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment
- Flexible work arrangements
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with MediaKind, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
SOC 3556 · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · ~392k in sampleP25 £43kP75 £80k
£33kmedian £58kgoing rate £55k£107k
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Not necessarily. MediaKind holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 3556 going rate of £55,200. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.