The curiosity filled career path from tester to internal DevRel - Into the MoTaverse - Episode 6

In this episode of Into the MoTaverse, Rosie Sherry catches up with long-time friend and community member Kim Knup to explore her journey from tester to internal DevRel Manager at Legal & General. Together they unpack platform engineering, communities of practice, quality as care, and what it really means to grow your career without losing your roots.

Key Takeaways:

• Career growth isn’t always linear. Stepping “back” can open unexpected doors.
• Internal DevRel is about visibility, connection, and making work flow better across teams.
• Platform engineering should be treated like a product. With real customers and real use cases.
• Quality and community both start with care, for people, systems, and outcomes.
• In a changing job market, your network and relationships matter more than ever.