Event Manager, Developer Events

Description

Essential Responsibilities :

• Oversee the planning and execution of marketing events, ensuring they meet strategic goals.
• Manage logistics and coordination for events, conferences, and activations
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure event messaging aligns with goals
• Track and report on event performance metrics and outcomes
• Maintain relationships with vendors, venues, and external partners
• Oversee event budgets and ensure cost-effective delivery
• Analyze data from past events to inform future marketing strategies.
• Support the development of innovative event marketing strategies

Minimum Qualifications :

Preferred Qualification :

As an Event Manager, Developer Events, you will support the strategy, planning, and execution of developer-focused events, conferences, and third-party sponsorships. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape world-class developer experiences, driving engagement with technical audiences and industry partners. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Developer Relations, Product Marketing, and Brand, to curate compelling content, secure high-profile speakers, and optimize sponsorship activations. Acting as both a strategic lead and event producer, you will be responsible for delivering seamless event experiences that amplify our brand, foster developer community engagement, and support business objectives.

If you are a detail-oriented event professional with strong project management skills, a passion for developer ecosystems, and a proven ability to deliver high-impact events, we invite you to join our team and drive innovation in developer engagement.

Meet our team

The Global Events Team at PayPal is responsible for designing and executing high-impact, strategic events that enhance brand visibility, deepen customer and partner engagement, and drive measurable business growth. This team leads a range of events, from flagship and B2B-focused engagements to third-party industry events, bespoke activations, and developer-focused experiences. By working collaboratively across regions, the Global Events Team ensures consistent brand activation, while localizing events to resonate within key global markets. The team’s focus is on driving awareness, fostering engagement, and generating quantifiable business results.

In your role as an Event Manager, you will

Manage the end-to-end execution of developer-focused events, including proprietary developer conferences, third-party industry events, and strategic sponsorship activations.

Oversees content curation, speaker recruitment, and agenda development to create engaging and impactful developer experiences.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Developer Relations, Product Marketing, Brand, and Communications, to ensure alignment with business objectives and target audience needs.

Develop comprehensive event briefs, communication plans, and activation strategies, ensuring all stakeholders are aligned on goals, deliverables, and timelines.

Manage third-party sponsorships and industry event activations, optimizing participation to maximize brand visibility, audience engagement, and lead generation.

Oversee event operations and logistics, including venue selection, registration, AV production, and on-site execution, ensuring flawless event delivery.

Track, measure, and analyze event performance, using key metrics such as attendee engagement, lead generation, and post-event impact to inform future strategies.

Source, negotiate, and manage relationships with vendors and agencies, ensuring compliance with procurement policies and maintaining strict budget oversight.

Drive innovation in developer event programming, leveraging industry trends and emerging technologies to enhance audience engagement and event impact.

What do you need to bring

5-7 years of experience in event management, with a focus on developer, technology, or B2B events.

Proven expertise in developer-focused events – experience planning and executing developer conferences, technical summits, and third-party sponsorship activations.

Deep understanding of the developer ecosystem – familiarity with technical audiences, industry trends, and developer engagement strategies.

Content programming and speaker management experience – ability to curate agendas, recruit technical speakers, and develop compelling event content.

Strong cross-functional collaboration skills – ability to work seamlessly with Developer Relations, Product Marketing, Sales, and Communications teams.

Event production and technology proficiency – experience managing AV requirements, digital event platforms, and hybrid or virtual event execution.

Analytical mindset – ability to track event performance, analyze engagement data, and translate insights into strategic improvements.

Vendor and budget management skills – strong negotiation abilities to ensure cost efficiency and contract compliance.

Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills – ability to convey event strategies and outcomes across all organizational levels.

Willingness to travel (15-25%) as needed for event execution.

CMP (Certified Meeting Professional) or CMM (Certified Meeting Manager) certification is a plus.

Key Competencies :

Brings a high-energy, solution-focused attitude to drive results, adapt to challenges, and execute high-quality events in a fast-paced environment.

Understands the developer ecosystem and applies industry insights to create impactful, scalable event experiences tailored to technical audiences.

Expert at managing multiple events and competing priorities, ensuring seamless execution of developer conferences, sponsorships, and partner activations.

Fosters cross-functional collaboration and inclusivity, working effectively with Developer Relations, Product Marketing, and external partners to achieve shared goals.

Balances attention to detail with strategic thinking, ensuring events align with both immediate objectives and long-term business goals.

Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills and adaptability, making data-driven decisions and acting decisively in dynamic or ambiguous situations.

Continuously seeks innovation and process improvements, driving best-in-class event execution and leveragingnew trends to enhance engagement.

Subsidiary : PayPal

Travel Percent :

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Actual Compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to work location, and relevant skills and experience.

The total compensation for this practice may include an annual performance bonus (or other incentive compensation, as applicable), equity, and medical, dental, vision, and other benefits. For more information, visit .

The US national annual pay range for this role is $84,500 to $140,250

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For the majority of employees, PayPal's balanced hybrid work model offers 3 days in the office for effective in-person collaboration and 2 days at your choice of either the PayPal office or your home workspace, ensuring that you equally have the benefits and conveniences of both locations.

Our Benefits :

At PayPal, we’re committed to building an equitable and inclusive global economy. And we can’t do this without our most important asset—you. That’s why we offer benefits to help you thrive in every stage of life. We champion your financial, physical, and mental health by offering valuable benefits and resources to help you care for the whole you.

We have great benefits including a flexible work environment, employee shares options, health and life insurance and more. To learn more about our benefits please visit .

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Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

PayPal provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and / or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, PayPal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at .

Belonging at PayPal :

Our employees are central to advancing our mission, and we strive to create an environment where everyone can do their best work with a sense of purpose and belonging. Belonging at PayPal means creating a workplace with a sense of acceptance and security where all employees feel included and valued. We are proud to have a diverse workforce reflective of the merchants, consumers, and communities that we serve, and we continue to take tangible actions to cultivate inclusivity and belonging at PayPal.

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