Distinguished Scientist

DX

Remote, US
Remote
Original high-signal research
Quantitative and qualitative data
Actionable insights for leaders
The DX Research team's mission is to advance how the world understands and improves developer productivity by turning data, research, and real-world stories into actionable insights

Job Summary

  • The DX Research team's mission is to advance how the world understands and improves developer productivity by turning data, research, and real-world stories into actionable insights.
  • Responsibilities include producing two "small ships" per month and one "big ship" per quarter, focusing on high-signal insights and flagship reports that reframe complex problems.
  • The role requires deep experience in developer productivity or software engineering research, with a proven track record of publishing high-impact work and comfortable operating at the executive level.

Matching Summary

The DX Research team's mission is to advance how the world understands and improves developer productivity by turning data, research, and real-world stories into actionable insights.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Original high-signal research
  • Quantitative and qualitative data
  • Actionable insights for leaders
  • Industry benchmarks and reports
  • Developer productivity and AI impact

Nice-to-have

  • Opinionated but open-minded
  • Low ego, high ownership
  • External feedback from leaders
  • Grounded in research and data

Key Requirements

  • 10+ years in developer productivity or software engineering research
  • Proven track record of high-impact publications
  • Comfortable engaging with CTOs and VPs of Engineering
  • Strong quantitative and qualitative research skills
  • Exceptional writing and communication skills

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