Developer Advocate AI Enabled SDLC

Responsibilities

Kforce's client in Greenwood Village, CO is seeking an experienced Developer Advocate to support our AI SDLC Transformation program. This role is critical to driving adoption of AI-enabled development workflows across approximately 8,500 developers. The Developer Advocate AI Enabled SDLC will act as a practical teacher, trusted advisor, and frontline enabler, bridging the gap between AI platform capabilities and real-world developer usage. This is not a traditional external Developer Relations role. Instead, you will work internally to transform how engineering teams build software by enabling developers to effectively use AI tools in their day-to-day workflows. Key Responsibilities: Training & Enablement (Primary Focus):

• Design and deliver hands-on training sessions covering: Coding, testing, debugging; Documentation, code review, and security review
• Conduct live demos and host office hours to support adoption
• Lead hackathons, innovation events, and monthly learning sessions
• Create quick-start guides and just-in-time learning resources
• Measure training effectiveness and continuously improve content
• Identify, recruit, and onboard AI Champions across engineering teams
• Provide ongoing support and enablement to the champion network
• Facilitate weekly Community of Practice sessions
• Track champion performance and team adoption metrics
• Recognize and celebrate champion contributions
• Serve as the primary technical contact for day-to-day workflow questions
• Conduct 1:1 consultations with teams struggling with adoption
• Gather and synthesize developer feedback for the program team
• Identify and escalate blockers within 48 hours
• Build strong relationships with engineering managers to drive adoption
• Collect real-world use cases, pain points, and success stories
• Partner with the Principal Architect to validate workflow designs
• Test prompts and workflows in real-world scenarios before rollout
  
  

Requirements

• 7 years of hands-on software development experience in production environments
• 3 years in a developer-facing role (Developer Advocate, DevRel, Technical Trainer, Solutions Engineer, etc.)
• 2 years working with AI/ML tools, ideally AI coding assistants (e.g., GitHub Copilot, CodeWhisperer, Cursor)
• Ability to write, debug, and review code in real time during live sessions
• Deep understanding of developer workflows and pain points
• Proven credibility with senior engineers
• Proven success delivering technical training to diverse audiences
• Experience building or managing developer communities or champion networks
• Proficiency in at least two languages: Python, Java, JavaScript/TypeScript, Go, or C#
• Experience with modern development workflows (Git, CI/CD, code reviews)
• Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools and prompt engineering
• Understanding of SDLC and DevOps practices
• Experience with enterprise platforms (GitHub Enterprise, GitLab, etc.)
• Strong presentation and public speaking skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Empathy for developer experience and challenges
• Ability to simplify complex technical concepts
• Coaching mindset with patience across all skill levels
• Comfortable working in ambiguity and fast-changing environments
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with large-scale technology transformation programs
• Background in change management or adoption initiatives
• Familiarity with enterprise AI governance and compliance
• Knowledge of developer productivity metrics (DORA, SPACE)
• Industry experience in telecom, financial services, or regulated environments
• Certifications in training, coaching, or instructional design
  
  

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

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