Staff Developer Advocate (MLOps)

At Bayer we’re visionaries, driven to solve the world’s toughest challenges and striving for a world where ,Health for all, Hunger for none’ is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We’re doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining ‘impossible’. There are so many reasons to join us. If you’re hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there’s only one choice.

We are looking for a Staff Developer Advocate!

A Developer Advocate at Global Data Assets & Analytics (GDA&A) for the Decision Science Ecosystem platform serves as the bridge between the DSE platform team and the data science community. This role focuses on enabling data scientists to successfully model and operationalize their solutions on the DSE platform.

The role targets internal Crop Science consumers, delivering solutions that integrate with Global Data Assets products including Location360, Market360, Product360, and Crop Science Warehouse (CSW). The scope extends beyond DSE to enhance delivery value across all GDA&A teams by optimizing utilization of shared tools and data products.

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Partner with member of the Data Science community to implement best practices and align with platform vision,

• Develop and contribute tools that simplify platform operations,

• Create educational content and provide technical support,

• Gather developer feedback and advocate for community needs,

• Foster a thriving data science community.

Technical Support and Guidance:

They provide technical support to data scientists, answering questions, troubleshooting issues, and offering guidance on best practices and bring these learnings to the platform teams for further product improvement. This support can be delivered through various channels, including documentation, Microsoft teams channels, direct communication, and in-person events.

Community Building and Engagement:

Developer Advocates foster an engaged developer community around GDA&A’s platforms and technologies. They participate in and organize events like hackathons, workshops, and meetups to facilitate interaction and knowledge sharing, aligned with platform’s roadmaps. They build relationships with key influencers, community leaders, and other organizations to extend the platform’s reach and amplify its messages.

Feedback Gathering and Advocacy:

They actively gather feedback from developers about their experiences with GDA&A platforms and technologies. This feedback is then communicated to the engineering, advocating for developer needs and helping to shape the future direction of products.

Evangelism and Promotion:

Developer Advocates act as evangelists for GDA&A's technologies, platforms and data products, showcasing their value and potential through various channels. They participate or facilitate in internal workshops and events to promote Bayer’s offerings and inspire developers to build innovative solutions.

Who you are:

In essence, a Developer Advocate is a technical expert, communicator, community builder, and advocate, all rolled into one, working to empower developers and drive the success of Global Data Assets & Analytics and its ecosystem.

WHO YOU ARE:

• Master's or PhD degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field,

• Proficiency in programming languages commonly used in data science such as Python or R, with experience in libraries like pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn, and data visualization tools,

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to translate complex technical concepts into accessible content for diverse audiences,

• Experience in creating technical documentation, tutorials, and educational materials,

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams including data scientists, engineers, and product managers,

• Understanding of data science platforms, MLOps practices, and model deployment strategies,

• Strong understanding of cloud platforms and data science workflows, particularly with containerization and orchestration technologies,

• Knowledge of software development best practices including version control (Git), code review processes, and CI/CD pipelines,

• Ability to gather, synthesize, and communicate feedback effectively between technical and business stakeholders,

• Strong problem-solving skills with experience in troubleshooting technical issues across diverse environments.

Nice-to-Haves:

• Experience with the DSE (Decision Science Ecosystem) platform or similar enterprise data science platforms,

• Knowledge of agricultural domain applications and crop science use cases,

• Familiarity with Location360, Market360, Product360, and Crop Science Warehouse (CSW) products,

• Experience organizing or facilitating hackathons, workshops, and technical meetups,

• Background in developer relations, technical evangelism, or community management roles,

• Understanding of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) in data science contexts,

• Experience with data formats and interface description languages such as Protobuf,

• Experience with content creation including blog writing, video production, or podcast participation,

• Understanding of machine learning model governance and compliance requirements in enterprise environments.

You feel you do not meet all criteria we are looking for? That doesn’t mean you aren’t the right fit for the role. Apply with confidence, we value potential over perfection!

WHAT DO WE OFFER:

• A flexible, hybrid work model  

• Great workplace in a new modern office in Warsaw 

• Career development, 360° Feedback & Mentoring programme 

• Wide access to professional development tools, trainings, & conferences 

• Company Bonus & Reward Structure  

• Increased tax-deductible costs for authors of copyrighted works 

• VIP Medical Care Package (including Dental & Mental health) 

• Holiday allowance (“Wczasy pod gruszą”) 

• Life & Travel Insurance 

• Pension plan 

• Co-financed sport card - FitProfit 

• Meals Subsidy in Office  

• Budget for Home Office Setup & Maintenance 

• Access to Company Game Room equipped with table tennis, soccer table, Sony PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X consoles setup with premium game passes, and massage chairs 

• Tailored-made support in relocation to Warsaw when needed 

Please send your CV in English 

WORK LOCATION: WARSAW AL. JEROZOLIMSKIE 158

YOUR APPLICATION:   

Bayer welcomes applications from all individuals, regardless of race, national origin, gender, age, physical characteristics, social origin, disability, union membership, religion, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any unlawful criterion under applicable law. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and avoiding discrimination.

Bayer is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its application process for individuals with disabilities and encourages applicants with disabilities to request any needed accommodation(s) using the contact information below. 

Bayer offers the possibility of working in a hybrid model. We know how important work-life balance is, so our employees can work from home, from the office or combine both work environments. The possibilities of using the hybrid model are each time discussed with the manager.Bayer respects and applies the Whistleblower Act in Poland.