Technology Advocate (Columbus)

The Technology Advocate III is responsible for guiding engineering/development teams to become more effective in their adoption of emerging engineering practices. This role shapes advocacy vision by conveying engineering feedback and challenges to the leadership of the talent development team.Lead engineering/development outreach efforts, ensuring content is delivered effectively across multiple channels.Coach engineering/development teams on advanced software development practices.Provide guidance and lead efforts to create internal workshops and training resources.Lead efforts to review existing outreach efforts, workshops, educational programs, and training resources to identify gaps and recommend improvements.Lead internal workshops for engineer/development teams to build new software development skills.Organize and lead engineering/development events, webinars, and conferences.Collaborate with product management to ensure engineer/developer needs are prioritized in product roadmaps.Collaborate with and build strong partnerships with internal teams (e.g., VMO, TIG, IT Talent Development, etc.).Serve as a subject matter expert and leader regarding the mission of the IT Talent Development team while providing guidance and answering questions from colleagues and managers.Provide guidance and mentor the Developer Advocacy team, interns, and junior to mid-level developers.Requirement Skills & Knowledge:5+ years of experience in developer advocacy or related fields (e.g., software engineering, technical writing).Demonstrated expertise in public speaking, content creation, and community management for technical and non-technical audiences.Strong demonstrated understanding of software development principles and programming languages.Strong demonstrated expertise with developer tools, APIs, or software development frameworks.Strong demonstrated expertise with static content frameworks (e.g., Docusaurus, Jekyll, Hugo, docsify etc.).Proven track record of coaching software developers on emerging practices.Strong understanding of technical concepts with a proven ability to effectively translate them for internal audiences.Strong experience contributing to open-source projects.Demonstrated expertise in organizing events for developers.Proficient in community management and engagement strategies.Strong demonstrated experience with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and O365.Ability to apply a deep understanding of business strategy in guiding technology decisions and proactively identifying opportunities for IT to drive value.Ability to manage complex workloads efficiently, prioritize competing demands, and contribute to team productivity through proactive planning and execution.Able to communicate technical and strategic concepts clearly to varied audiences and deliver confident structured presentations that inform and influence stakeholders.Applies listening strategically to influence outcomes, drive alignment, support decision-making, and to navigate complex interpersonal dynamics and foster collaboration. Synthesizes input from multiple stakeholders to identify patterns, risks, or opportunities. Coaches others on effective listening techniques and models best practices.Able to build and sustain strong professional relationships across cross-functional teams and organizations. Serves as a trusted collaborator and resource across cross-functional initiatives.Able to collaborate effectively across teams, support shared goals, and foster a culture of trust, inclusion, and accountability.Able to navigate complex discussions to align priorities, timelines, and resources. Advocates effectively for technical needs while balancing stakeholder interests.Leads by example in adapting to change, embracing new technologies and methodologies, and remains resilient in dynamic events.Able to make sound, data-informed decisions with awareness of business and technical impact. Exercises sound judgement in ambiguous or high-stakes situations.Able to anticipate challenges, resolve complex technical issues independently, and contribute to scalable, long-term solutions.Able to apply strategic thinking to evaluate options, challenge assumptions, and drive continuous improvement in systems and processes.Seen as a subject matter expert across teams and within their organization and has a demonstrated ability to mentor junior and mid-level team members.EEO StatementBrooksource is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.Benefits & PerksBrooksource offers competitive medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care FSA, and supplemental coverage with plans that can fit each employee's needs. We offer a 401k plan that includes a company match and is fully vested after you become eligible, paid time off, sick time, and paid company holidays. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that provides services like virtual counseling, financial services, legal services, life coaching, etc.Pay DisclaimerThe pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.