Developer Relations & Tech Community Manager - Open Source AI Model
Lightricks
Who we are
Lightricks is an AI-first company revolutionizing visual content creation. Our mission is to bridge the gap between imagination and creation through cutting-edge technology. Our innovative AI photo and video generation models power industry-leading apps such as Facetune, Photoleap, Videoleap, and LTX Studio. Additionally, our open-source AI initiatives, including the LTXV model, empower developers and creators to push the boundaries of their creative potential.
The team & role
We are seeking a Developer Relations & Community Manager to build and nurture a thriving community of developers around our open-source AI models while elevating Lightricks' presence in the global tech ecosystem. This role combines technical expertise, community-building, and strategic brand positioning, bridging the gap between developers, research teams, and the broader technology community.
What you will be doing
- Establish and manage an active community presence on platforms like Discord, GitHub, Hugging Face, and Reddit.
- Create and moderate discussions around model development, implementation, and fine-tuning.
- Organize and host events such as AMAs, hackathons, and meetups to foster engagement.
- Build and maintain relationships with developers, contributors, and influencers within the AI/ML community.
- Recruit and manage beta testers for new features and capabilities.
- Act as the liaison between the developer community and Lightricks' research teams, facilitating communication and collaboration.
- Document and promote community-driven contributions and advancements in the AI model.
- Design and execute initiatives to strengthen Lightricks' tech brand positioning, including technical blog creation, whitepapers, and thought leadership content.
- Partner with internal teams to align community-building efforts with product roadmaps and employer branding goals.
- Forge strategic partnerships with other tech companies, academic institutions, and industry influencers.
- Develop and implement a robust metrics framework to measure the impact of community and developer relations initiatives.
- Plan and execute high-impact events such as hackathons, meetups, and conferences to showcase Lightricks’ AI capabilities.
- Coach and prepare technical leaders for speaking engagements at industry events, podcasts, and conferences.
- Lead the creation of technical content (through our Tech Blog and more) that highlights Lightricks’ innovations and attracts top-tier talent.
Your skills and experience
- 2+ years of experience in developer relations or technical community management, preferably in the AI/ML space.
- Strong understanding of machine learning concepts, AI model development, and developer workflows.
- Proven success in organizing large-scale tech events and managing open-source projects or communities.
- Excellent communication and technical writing skills.
- Proficiency with platforms like Discord, GitHub, Hugging Face, and developer-centric tools.
- Background in computer science, engineering, or a related technical field - a plus.
- Experience with AI image generation models, fine-tuning processes, and tools such as Comfy UI- a plus.
- Familiarity with global developer trends and open-source communities- a plus.
- Strong analytical skills and a data-driven decision-making mindset- a plus.
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