Software Technical Writers
Technical writer job in San Leandro, CA
Mercor is collaborating with a top-tier developer documentation team to support high-priority technical writing and content validation tasks. This opportunity is ideal for seasoned API documentation professionals with deep experience in OpenAPI/Swagger, release note generation, and static site deployment workflows. The goal is to enhance the clarity, completeness, and usability of technical content critical to developers' day-to-day integration work. This is a short-term, high-impact contract with flexible hours. **Key Responsibilities** - Import and validate OpenAPI specifications; ensure syntax and schema completeness. - Write human-readable descriptions for endpoints, parameters, requests, and responses. - Create realistic usage examples and annotate rate limits, pagination, and authentication behavior. - Generate and deploy HTML reference documentation using static site generators (e.g., Docusaurus, MkDocs). - Review and categorize release changes from Git logs and issue trackers into user-friendly notes. - Test and verify code samples, markdown syntax, and internal/external links in documentation pull requests. - Troubleshoot and resolve documentation build failures via CI/CD pipelines and local environment testing. - Update knowledge base articles for accuracy post-product changes, including screenshots and version info. **Ideal Qualifications** - 5+ years of experience in technical writing or developer documentation roles. - Strong proficiency with OpenAPI/Swagger, Markdown, and static site generators. - Familiarity with Git, CI/CD workflows, and link-checking tools. - Experience documenting SDKs, APIs, CLI tools, or developer-facing UIs. - Attention to detail in writing, syntax, and formatting. - Ability to write concise, developer-focused documentation with minimal supervision. **More About the Opportunity** - Remote and asynchronous - control your own work schedule - **Expected commitment: min 30 hours/week** - **Project duration: ~6 weeks** **Compensation & Contract Terms** - $50-80/hour - Independent contractor arrangement - Paid weekly via Stripe Connect **Application Process** - Submit your resume followed by domain expertise interview and short form **About Mercor** - Mercor is a talent marketplace that connects top experts with leading AI labs and research organizations. - Our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey. - Thousands of professionals across domains like law, creatives, engineering, and research have joined Mercor to work on frontier projects shaping the next era of AI.
Technical Writer
Technical writer job in Redwood City, CA
IT Technical Writer 1
Pay: $33.53/hr
Contract Duration: 1 year (with possibility for extension)
Schedule: Part-time, 20 hours per week (8:00AM to 5:00PM PST, 1-hour lunch)
Candidates must be U.S. citizens, local to the Bay Area, as no sponsorship or relocation is available.
We are seeking an experienced IT Technical Writer on behalf of our higher-education client to support ongoing technology documentation initiatives across an enterprise IT organization. This role focuses on creating clear, accurate, and accessible technical content for manuals, web content, and internal documentation that serves a broad university community. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and capable of translating complex technical concepts into concise, user-friendly materials.
You will join a high-performing, collaborative team that works closely with project managers, IT staff, and service owners to ensure technical information is organized, accurate, and accessible, while supporting both digital and print content management processes.
Key Responsibilities
Write, review, and organize technical materials, including manuals, appendices, instructions, online documentation, FAQs, job aids, and other resources.
Design, format, and coordinate printing or digital distribution of technical publications.
Develop web or print content that complies with department and university standards, including accessibility, style, and terminology guidelines.
Maintain accurate records and track revisions for documentation projects.
Monitor and resolve HelpSU tickets, collaborating with IT staff to ensure timely issue resolution.
Assist with layout and formatting tasks for publications and web content.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather information and translate technical requirements into clear documentation.
Ensure all documentation is clear, concise, and adheres to accessibility best practices.
Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree and three years of relevant work experience, or a combination of education and commensurate professional experience.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Excellent writing, editing, and technical communication skills.
Proficiency in HTML and CSS.
Experience with content management systems such as Drupal.
Proficiency with Google Workspace and Adobe Creative Suite tools.
Ability to manage multiple documentation projects simultaneously.
Detail-oriented, self-directed, and collaborative.
Ability to translate complex technical information into user-friendly documentation.
Physical Requirements
Constantly performs desk-based computer tasks.
Frequently sits, uses fine manipulation, and grasps lightly.
Occasionally stands/walks and writes by hand.
Rarely uses a telephone or lifts/carries/pushes/pulls objects up to 10 pounds.
Requires good visual acuity.
If this opportunity sounds like a great fit, please contact Marisa Fidone, SF Bay Area Recruiter, at ************** or ************************.
Please do not inquire, call, or email regarding this job posting if you are a third-party recruiter or staffing agency. We are only accepting applications directly from candidates.
Technical Writer III
Technical writer job in Petaluma, CA
The Technical Writer III position is part of the Content Marketing team, which produces high-quality documentation in the form of manuals, white papers, and a variety of other documents. The Technical Writer III will work collaboratively with engineers, product managers, and subject matter experts to document the intended use of AeroVironment's products. This person is also responsible for leading updates and maintenance of templates, assisting with marketing and proposal materials, and updating technical documentation. This position is matrixed to the Proposal Department with approximately 50% of the time spent supporting proposal activity.
Position Responsibilities
* Organizes and provides guidance for various technical publication projects, which may include incorporating copy from many authors into one publication or working with a team of subject matter experts to create documentation
* Writes, formats, edits, proofreads, copyedits and creates a variety of documents, including technical manuals, white papers, and marketing materials
* Expertly proofreads, reviews, and edits documentation for accurate use of grammar and content according to a pre-established style guide and templates
* Collaborates with technical illustrator/graphic designer on the display of graphics, layout of pages, and pre-print production
* Works with existing templates and ensures documents meet established content and formatting standards
* Supports projects through every step of the process, providing accuracy and quality control, and ensuring all publication deadlines are met
* Maintains comprehensive knowledge of company products
* Manages multiple projects while working independently or subject matter experts
* Assists the Proposal Department with proposal writing, editing and formatting
* Works closely with all levels of the organization
* Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors
* Other duties as assigned
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)
* Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, English, Communication, or equivalent discipline is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
* 5-8 years' experience as a technical writer/editor in the aviation, aerospace, or defense field with Bachelor's degree OR
* High School Diploma/GED or AA Degree with 9-12 years' experience as a technical writer/editor in the aviation, aerospace, or defense field
* Experience preferably in the following industries: aviation, aerospace or defense
* Expert command of the English language, which is necessary for original writing and content editing
* Must be a Word expert with ability to format up to a 500-page document
* Working knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint
* Must be a team player with ability to work and communicate with proposal subject matter experts (mostly engineers)
* Must be able to work under pressure and within strict deadlines, receiving little instruction
Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies
* Shipley proposal training and proposal writing preferred
* Familiarity with DoD/Govt. contracting and the aerospace industry helpful
* Knowledge of InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator desired
* Excellent, clear and concise written and verbal communication skills
* Self-starter who takes initiative to do whatever it takes to achieve objectives
* Exceptionally detail-oriented
* Excellent organizational, interpersonal, analytical and leadership skills
* Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
* Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
* Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
* Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company
* Focuses on teamwork, collaboration and puts the success of the team above one's own interests
Physical Demands
* Ability to work in an office environment (Constant)
* Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)
The salary range for this role is:
$78,986 - $112,035
AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills.
ITAR Requirement:
This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and/or the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR"). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment's determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment's business requirements. A "U.S. person" according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.
Benefits: AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: **********************************
We also encourage you to review our company website at ******************** to learn more about us.
Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.
Who We Are
Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we've been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world's most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution's permanent collection in Washington, DC.
Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty - and succeed.
What We Do
Building on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company's hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.
ITAR
U.S. Citizenship required
Auto-ApplyTechnical Writer II
Technical writer job in San Ramon, CA
Are you a technical writer with a strong eye for detail and a passion for creating clear, user-focused documentation for customers? Do you enjoy collaborating with subject matter experts and cross-functional teams to make complex concepts easy to understand? Do you take pride in writing high-quality product content that helps users succeed? If so, our Technical Writer role is a great fit for you.
At Ridgeline, we are committed to providing best-in-class product documentation and technical content experiences for our customers to help them make their way from being new users to product mastery and beyond. As a technical writer, you will play a critical role in ensuring that our content is accurate, engaging, and effective. You will work closely with other writers, as well as product and engineering teams, to understand the latest updates and features. And you will use your writing and editing skills to create clear and concise content that helps our customers get the most out of our products.
You will report to the Director of Technical Documentation and Content Experience and work closely with the rest of the product documentation team.
At Ridgeline, how we work matters as much as what we build. Ridgeliners act like owners, choose growth over comfort, and communicate with transparency. We assume positive intent, bias toward action, and bring solutions-not just problems. We celebrate wins, learn from setbacks, and thrive in a resilient, collaborative, high-performing culture. If the Ridgeline Way excites you, we'd love to meet you.
The impact you will make:
* Create clear, accurate, and user-focused product documentation and other technical content including user guides, release notes, API reference, UI text, error messages, and in-app guidance for Ridgeline customers.
* Collaborate with product and engineering teams to understand the latest product development and document new features for your assigned areas. Improve existing documentation.
* Create content using structured authoring, topic-based writing, and other industry-standard paradigms to ensure consistency and reuse across documentation.
* Follow the style guides, content standards and documentation processes, and contribute to refining them over time.
* Collaborate with the documentation team to deliver content aligned with internal models and tools. Support documentation priorities for your assigned areas.
What we look for:
* 3-5 years of experience as a technical writer with a focus on software product documentation and content design, preferably in SaaS or enterprise software environments. Experience on a software product documentation or content design team preferred.
* Proven ability to write clear, concise, and user-oriented documentation for technical and non-technical audiences.
* Experience in writing end-user facing content and UI text for business or consumer applications.
* Proven experience with topic-based authoring, DITA, and XML-structured authoring.
* Hands-on experience with CCMS platforms and XML-based authoring systems. Experience in migrating legacy content into a structured authoring environment is a plus.
* Knowledge of AI systems and experience incorporating AI into content management and delivery workflows is a plus.
* Knowledge of Google Workspace, Git/GitHub, Confluence, Zendesk, and other documentation tools and content management systems.
* Familiarity with accessibility and localization standards and practices.
* Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Nice to haves:
* Experience in the Fintech industry. Experience with successful software startups.
* Familiarity with programming concepts, or developer-facing documentation. Ability to understand and review basic code examples.
* Practical experience with API documentation tools (Swagger, Postman, Insomnia) and an understanding of REST APIs.
* Practical knowledge of various Agile and Continuous Delivery practices and disciplines.
* Basic proficiency in front-end web development languages (HTML, CSS, JavaScript).
About Ridgeline
Ridgeline is the industry cloud platform for investment management. It was founded in 2017 by visionary entrepreneur Dave Duffield (co-founder of both PeopleSoft and Workday) to address the unique technology challenges of an industry in need of new thinking. We are building a modern platform in the public cloud, purpose-built for the investment management industry to empower business like never before.
Headquartered in Lake Tahoe with offices in Reno, Manhattan, and the San Francisco Bay Area, Ridgeline is proud to have built a fast-growing, people-first company that has been recognized by Fast Company as a "Best Workplace for Innovators," by LinkedIn as a "Top U.S. Startup," and by The Software Report as a "Top 100 Software Company."
Ridgeline is proud to be a community-minded, discrimination-free equal opportunity workplace.
Ridgeline processes the information you submit in connection with your application in accordance with the Ridgeline Applicant Privacy Statement. Please review the Ridgeline Applicant Privacy Statement in full to understand our privacy practices and contact us with any questions.
Compensation and Benefits
The cash compensation amount for this role is targeted at $110,000-$130,000, if in California. Final compensation amounts are determined by multiple factors, including candidate experience and expertise, and may vary from the amount listed above.
As an employee at Ridgeline, you'll have many opportunities for advancement in your career and can make a true impact on the product.
In addition to the base salary, 100% of Ridgeline employees can participate in our Company Stock Plan subject to the applicable Stock Option Agreement. We also offer rich benefits that reflect the kind of organization we want to be: one in which our employees feel valued, and are inspired to bring their best selves to work. These include unlimited vacation, educational and wellness reimbursements, and $0 cost employee insurance plans. Please check out our Careers page for a more comprehensive overview of our perks and benefits.
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Auto-ApplyTechnical Writer
Technical writer job in Palo Alto, CA
We're ALSO, an electric mobility company originally conceived as a part of Rivian. We're a passionate team of builders, dreamers, doers and innovators, focused on creating entirely new (not to mention, innovative and delightful) vertically integrated, small EVs designed to meet the global mobility challenges of today and tomorrow. Our mission is to inspire everyone to ride ALSO-replacing many local car, truck and SUV miles with ones on vehicles that are more affordable, more enjoyable and 10-50x more efficient.
We are looking for a detail-oriented and technically-savvy Technical Writer to lead the creation of product manuals, service and repair documentation, and maintenance guides for both end users and professional service providers.
You'll collaborate with engineering, product, service, and marketing teams to ensure every product ships with clear, accurate, and accessible documentation that supports safe use, effective servicing, and long-term reliability-while also reinforcing our brand's voice and customer experience.
What You Will DoDocumentation Creation
Author and maintain owner's manuals, quick start guides, safety instructions, and user-friendly how-to content.
Develop and update technical service manuals, including diagnostics, repair procedures, and maintenance schedules for field technicians and dealers.
Create content for digital platforms, knowledge bases, and print-ready documents as needed.
Work with the marketing team to ensure technical content aligns with broader product messaging, visual identity, and brand tone.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with engineering, product, and industrial design teams to understand technical specifications and mechanical systems.
Coordinate with customer support, service, and marketing teams to incorporate real-world insights, product positioning, and consistent language across customer-facing materials.
Participate in product teardowns, builds, and validation testing to ensure procedural accuracy and completeness.
Content Delivery & Localization
Support the localization and translation of materials into multiple languages for EU and global markets.
Deliver documentation in multiple formats (PDF, web-based, mobile-optimized) and integrate with internal platforms or service portals.
Create visuals, diagrams, or work with designers/illustrators to produce technical illustrations and schematics where needed.
Collaborate with marketing to adapt or repurpose technical materials for sales enablement, product pages, and customer onboarding flows.
What You Will Bring
3-7 years of experience in technical writing for hardware products (mobility, automotive, consumer electronics, etc.).
Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems, especially in mobility or light EVs.
Experience writing for both consumer/end users and professional service/technical audiences.
Proficiency in documentation tools (e.g., Adobe FrameMaker, InDesign, Markdown, Confluence, DITA, or equivalent).
Excellent written English; additional language skills (e.g., German, French, Dutch) a plus.
Strong attention to detail and a methodical, process-oriented mindset.
Nice to Have:
Background working in or alongside after-sales/service or customer support organizations.
Experience with video-based or interactive documentation tools.
Familiarity with regulatory and safety standards (CE, EN, ISO, UL, etc.) in micro-mobility or light vehicles.
Experience collaborating with brand, design, or marketing teams.
The salary for this position ranges from $100,000 to $150,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.
Why ALSO.
We're passionate about helping the world find a better way to get there-wherever it is you're headed.
We're located in the heart of Silicon Valley and have brought together a world-class team from some of the biggest brands in the technology, automotive, cycling, outdoor recreation and retail spaces.
Together we're working hands-on to imagine, design and build an entirely new solution to a global set of transportation challenges.
Perks and Benefits
Robust health coverage. Excellent health, dental and vision insurance covered up to 100% by ALSO with FSA & HSA options.
One Medical membership and dedicated insurance advocates.
Rich fertility and family building benefits with Progyny.
Flexible time off.
401(k) match.
Auto-ApplySenior Technical Writer
Technical writer job in San Francisco, CA
Decagon is the leading conversational AI platform empowering every brand to deliver concierge customer experience. Our AI agents provide intelligent, human-like responses across chat, email, and voice, resolving millions of customer inquiries across every language and at any time.
Since coming out of stealth, Decagon has experienced rapid growth. We partner with industry leaders like Hertz, Eventbrite, Duolingo, Oura, Bilt, Curology, and Samsara to redefine customer experience at scale. We've raised over $200M from Bain Capital Ventures, Accel, a16z, BOND Capital, A*, Elad Gil, and notable angels such as the founders of Box, Airtable, Rippling, Okta, Lattice, and Klaviyo.
We're an in-office company, driven by a shared commitment to excellence and velocity. Our values-
customers are everything
,
relentless momentum
,
winner's mindset
, and
stronger together
-shape how we work and grow as a team.
About the Team
At Decagon, we're building AI agents that power real customer interactions for some of the world's most ambitious companies. Our customers aren't just reading docs - they're building mission-critical systems with us. That means every word, every guide, and every example directly impacts adoption and trust.
You'll be joining a small, high-ownership team that moves fast, ships often, and cares deeply about clarity and craft. We work mostly in person and we treat documentation as a core product surface - not an afterthought.
About the Role
We're looking for a Technical Writer who can help make Decagon's agent platform understandable, accessible, and powerful for every type of builder: developers, customer experience operators, and enterprise leaders. This isn't just about writing - it's about designing understanding, reducing friction, and shaping how our platform is experienced.
You'll partner closely with Product, Engineering, Agent Development, and Customer teams to create documentation that is equal parts precise, approachable, and opinionated. You won't just document what exists - you'll influence how our platform is adopted and understood at scale.
In this role, you will
Own and maintain high-quality documentation across key personas (developers, no-code builders, and CX leaders)
Translate complex technical concepts into clear, accurate, and approachable content
Ship docs in step with product releases, partnering closely with Product and Engineering
Design and evolve the documentation experience - structure, navigation, and discoverability
Establish content standards and proactively identify gaps to improve overall clarity and usability
Your background looks something like this
Exceptional written and verbal communication - clarity is your craft
Experience writing technical documentation for APIs, SDKs, or developer platforms
Comfortable with technical workflows (Markdown, Git, GitHub)
Able to partner with engineers and understand code when needed (Python, TypeScript a plus)
Strong editorial judgment - adaptable tone and structure based on audience
Track record of documentation that drives adoption and reduces confusion
Even better
Experience at a fast-moving startup or early-stage product environment
Background in computer science, engineering, or a related field
Contributions to open-source tooling, developer education, or public technical blogs/tutorials
Familiarity with AI concepts, LLMs, or agent-based platforms
Experience creating multimedia content (videos, quickstarts, tutorials)
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Take what you need vacation policy
Daily lunches, dinners and snacks in the office to keep you at your best
Compensation
$180K - $240K + Offers Equity
Auto-ApplyTechnical Writer
Technical writer job in San Francisco, CA
Required Skills: Proven ability to read computer source code, Above average understanding of software development Quality Assurance processes Hands-on experience with WinRunner scripts, Outstanding organizational skills, Outstanding Standard Written English skills
Strong information elicitation skills (Requirements gathering and analysis), Willingness to be flexible
Proven Ability to bridge the communications gap between technical and non-technical audiences.
Desired Skills:
Experience with RoboHelp
Experience with Rational Rose
Experience with Rational Requisite Pro
Active member of the Society for Technical Communication (STC)
Required Skills:
Proven ability to read computer source code, Above average understanding of software development Quality Assurance processes
Hands-on experience with WinRunner scripts, Outstanding organizational skills, Outstanding Standard Written English skills
Strong information elicitation skills (Requirements gathering and analysis), Willingness to be flexible
Proven Ability to bridge the communications gap between technical and non-technical audiences.
Desired Skills:
Experience with RoboHelp
Experience with Rational Rose
Experience with Rational Requisite Pro
Active member of the Society for Technical Communication (STC)
DELTA DENTAL: Technical Writer
Technical writer job in San Francisco, CA
This job is responsible for preparing, managing, and maintaining content pertaining to programming, systems operation, and user documentation, ensuring compliance by keeping content current, relevant and readily accessible within the Online Reference Library (ORL). The Technical Writer will coordinate all article development, approval and release with the appropriate business stakeholders.
Day to Day Duties:
Gather supporting documentation and artifacts from a variety of sources
Coordinate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to identify content needed to accurately describe technical specifications
Create, edit and publish high-quality content from SME interviews
Edit technical writing for content continuity, consistency of tone and style, grammatical and spelling accuracy, appropriate use of formatting, technical language and/or naming conventions
Understand and adhere to approved style and grammar guidelines
Communicate directly with Customer regarding quality assurance, amendment and submission guidelines
Proof read and accurately compile bulletins and Handbooks by deadlines
Maintain tools containing critical documents, information, links and customer information needed
Head Technical Writer
Technical writer job in San Francisco, CA
A technical writer is required for a renowned technology blog. Familiarity with search engine optimization is required along with at least 2 years relevant experience.
Technical Writer (Contract)
Technical writer job in San Francisco, CA
At Sift, we're redefining how modern machines are built, tested, and operated. Our platform gives engineers real-time observability over high-frequency telemetry, eliminating bottlenecks and enabling faster, more reliable development.
Sift was born from our work at SpaceX on Dragon, Falcon, Starlink, and Starship-where scaling telemetry, debugging flight systems, and ensuring mission reliability demanded new infrastructure. Founded by a team from SpaceX, Google, and Palantir, Sift is built for mission-critical systems where precision and scalability are non-negotiable.
Description
Sift is hiring a Technical Writer (contractor) to help communicate clearly and credibly with some of the world's most advanced engineering teams in aerospace, defense, and manufacturing. In this role, you'll collaborate closely with engineers, product managers, and marketers to translate complex systems and workflows into content that's accurate, clear, and genuinely useful. You'll create and maintain documentation from API references and tutorials to onboarding guides and release notes that helps users understand not just
how
Sift works, but
why
it matters.
This position is ideal for someone early in their career who loves both technology and storytelling, and who wants to learn how to craft world-class documentation for a deeply technical product. You'll work directly with Sift's lead technical marketer and work alongside Product and Engineering to support internal and external content needs, gaining hands-on exposure to advanced telemetry systems, real-world engineering challenges, and the infrastructure that powers next-generation hardware development.
Key responsibilities
Write and maintain user-facing documentation, including tutorials, API references, and how-to guides.
Collaborate with engineers and product managers to ensure accuracy and clarity in all technical content.
Apply and uphold standards from the Google Documentation Style Guide and Diátaxis framework.
Use GitHub flow and version control best practices to manage documentation updates.
Continuously improve structure, navigation, and discoverability across the documentation site.
Translate technical details into clear explanations that help engineers onboard quickly and use Sift effectively.
The skillset you bring
Bachelor's degree in Technical Communication, English, Computer Science, or Engineering. A blend of writing expertise and computer science knowledge is needed for this role, as it enables you to communicate complex technical systems with both accuracy and clarity.
2+ years of experience in technical writing, preferably in software, developer tools, or technology-driven industries.
Experience working with gRPC APIs, including documenting service definitions, message structures, and best practices for client/server integration.
Proficiency in Python and familiarity with software development workflows, APIs, and modern engineering tools.
Demonstrated experience creating and maintaining documentation such as API references, user manuals, tutorials, and technical specifications.
Strong command of documentation and markup tools such as Markdown, Material for MkDocs, FumaDocs, Docusaurus, or Mintlify.
Hands-on experience with documentation tools such as Git/GitHub.
Deep understanding of documentation frameworks such as the Google Developer Documentation Style Guide and the Diátaxis framework.
Excellent collaboration skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, product, and marketing teams.
Strong execution mindset: organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple documentation projects under changing requirements and deadlines.
Location:
This is a contract position with Sift. As a contractor you will have access to the office as needed or work remotely.
Sift's headquarters is in El Segundo, CA. We're open to considering candidates in the Los Angeles, CA or San Francisco, CA areas.
Hourly range: $40 - $50 per hour.
Auto-ApplyTechnical Writer - AI Science
Technical writer job in San Francisco, CA
Alembic is where top engineers are solving marketing's hardest problem: proving what actually works. If you're looking for frontier technical challenges at an applied science company, this is the place.
At Alembic, we're not just building software-we're decoding the chaos of modern marketing. Join Alembic to build trusted systems that Fortune 100 companies use to make multimillion-dollar decisions. We're backed by leading tech luminaries including WndrCo (founded by DreamWorks founder Jeffrey Katzenberg), Jensen Huang, Joe Montana, and many more.
About the Role
We're looking for a Technical Writer focused on R&D and AI Science to document and communicate our AI/ML research, algorithms, and data products. You'll translate complex technical concepts into clear, accurate documentation that enables knowledge sharing across our R&D team and accelerates innovation.
This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of technical writing and cutting-edge AI/ML research-documenting breakthrough algorithms, Python SDKs, and the science behind marketing causation.
What You'll Do
Create comprehensive documentation for internal AI/ML systems, algorithms, and research methodologies within first 3 months
Document Python SDKs, APIs, and data tools to accelerate developer onboarding and reduce support requests by 40%
Translate complex research findings into technical specifications, white papers, and internal knowledge base articles
Build and maintain a scalable documentation system that grows with R&D team expansion
Collaborate with data scientists and engineers to capture and disseminate best practices and technical insights
Produce technical blog posts and thought leadership content that showcases Alembic's scientific innovations
What Will Help You Succeed
Technical Writing & Communication
3-5+ years technical writing experience with focus on software, data, or AI/ML products
Strong technical aptitude - ability to quickly learn and explain complex algorithms, data structures, and AI/ML concepts
Excellent communication skills - can translate complex technical concepts for different technical audiences
Experience documenting APIs and SDKs using modern documentation tools (Swagger/OpenAPI, Sphinx, MkDocs)
Experience with documentation-as-code workflows (Git, Markdown, version control)
Technical Skills
Python proficiency - comfortable reading Python code and documenting APIs, libraries, and data pipelines
Understanding of data science workflows - familiarity with concepts like ETL/ELT, data modeling, ML pipelines
Self-directed learner - comfortable diving into codebases, asking questions, and figuring things out independently
Advanced Experience
Background in computer science, data science, or related technical field
Experience working embedded with engineering or research teams
Familiarity with ML/AI concepts (model training, inference, feature engineering, causation vs correlation)
Experience creating technical diagrams and visualizations (system architecture, data flows)
Understanding of statistical concepts and causal inference methodologies
Experience with Jupyter notebooks and literate programming approaches
Prior work documenting data platforms, analytics tools, or ML infrastructure
Nice to Haves
Contributions to open-source technical documentation
Experience writing research papers, technical blog posts, or white papers
Background in mathematics, statistics, or quantitative fields
Familiarity with GPU computing or high-performance computing documentation
Experience with tools like Notion, Confluence, ReadTheDocs, or Docusaurus
Interest in marketing analytics, causal inference, or econometrics
Why You Might Be Excited About Alembic
Hard problems with real impact: You'll tackle the hardest challenges in marketing analytics while building systems that influence multimillion-dollar decisions at Fortune 100 companies
Technical autonomy: You want ownership over technical decisions and the freedom to solve complex problems your way
Cutting-edge technology: Work with advanced AI/ML algorithms, composite AI solutions, private NVIDIA DGX clusters, and the latest in data processing at scale
Elite team: Join top engineers who thrive on challenging problems and high-impact work
Startup upside: Early-stage equity opportunity with experienced leadership and proven product-market fit
Why You Might Not Be Excited
If you only want to tell people what to build instead of building and coding alongside them, we're not the environment for you
You prefer company practices with 100% built-out process for every detail
You prefer static over dynamic. Projects, priorities, and roles will adapt to your skill set and goals. Though we have real paying customers and a playbook for growth, we proudly remain an early-stage startup
Auto-ApplyTechnical Writer
Technical writer job in San Francisco, CA
About Nooks.ai:
Nooks is the AI Sales Assistant Platform (ASAP) that automates the busywork so reps can focus on the human part of selling and generate more sales pipeline. Nooks has helped thousands of sales reps hit quota, saved customers hundreds of thousands of hours, and powered hundreds of millions of dollars in pipeline. Nooks is loved by sales teams at companies like Hubspot, Rippling, and Toast, and hundreds more.
For more information, visit Nooks.ai ****************
At Nooks, clarity is a superpower - and we're hiring our first Technical Writer who knows how to wield it. Help us ship fast, scale smart, and make our product shine through world-class documentation that speaks to our Sales audience.
This role is hybrid; 3x/week in our incredible San Francisco office, to foster a collaborative, cross-functional culture. You will be working closely with support and engineers in our office.
Responsibilities
Customer-Facing Documentation
Write and maintain high-quality Help Center articles, FAQs, feature guides, troubleshooting paths, and release-related documentation
Create content that helps customers understand features, troubleshoot issues, and learn best practices.
Collaborate with engineering, product, design, and customer success teams to gather insights, understand new features, and ensure documentation accuracy.
Assist with customer enablement content that supports onboarding and feature adoption
Internal Knowledge Management
Build and maintain a well-organized internal knowledge base for Support, Customer Success, and other teams
Document internal workflows, processes, and best practices to support consistent operations
Work directly with Engineering and other teams to gather details on new features and translate them into clear internal notes and guides
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Create and uphold documentation standards and guidelines
Work with Support, Product, Engineering, and Data Science to ensure accuracy and completeness across all content
Identify gaps in documentation and recommend improvements that help users and internal teams be more successful
Qualifications
3-5 years of experience in technical writing, preferably in B2B SaaS products.
Strong systems thinking, technical curiosity, and a proven ability to work with empathy, ownership, and accountability.
Experience managing multiple, concurrent documentation projects.
A passion for technology and for customer success, with a user-centric approach and mindset.
Comfort operating in ambiguity and evolving environments.
A learning mindset-curious, growth-oriented, and resilient.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative approach to problem-solving.
Prior experience working with Linear or similar project management tools is a plus.
Understanding of concepts related to telephony, VoIP, AI, or real-time communications
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Nooks is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe in providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Nooks does not discriminate in hiring, promotion, compensation, or any other employment practices, and we are committed to ensuring a workplace that is free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply and join our team.
Auto-ApplyTechnical Writer
Technical writer job in South San Francisco, CA
Integrated Resources, Inc is a premier staffing firm recognized as one of the tri-states most well-respected professional specialty firms. IRI has built its reputation on excellent service and integrity since its inception in 1996. Our mission centers on delivering only the best quality talent, the first time and every time. We provide quality resources in four specialty areas: Information Technology (IT), Clinical Research, Rehabilitation Therapy and Nursing.
Job Description
Looking for someone to provide technical writing support to a process development technical team - drafting documents, editing, working with scientists to enter figures etc. Prior experience in biotechnology area/ cell therapy area preferred good oral and written communication skills.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree (Science or writing area )
Additional Information
Feel free to forward my email to your friends/colleagues who might be available.
We do offer a referral bonus!!
Thank you for your time and for consideration. I look forward to hearing from you
Thanks!!
With Regards,
Shiva Kapoor
Technical Recruiter
Direct: 732-429-1929
Technical Writer - Vert
Technical writer job in Hayward, CA
About Dragonfly Group - *********************
The heart of a startup and the stability of an established company... Dragonfly Group is a hybrid real estate solutions company, focused on creating a new and exceptional living experience. We have an integrated system of properties, technologies and services designed to improve the real estate market and re-inventing the home.
Dragonfly Group was founded in 2009 by technology entrepreneurs to bring an inventive spirit to real estate development. Our properties benefit from our modular building system (VERT), autonomous home technologies (ADOMI) and high-performance building approach. Dragonfly Group builds community through modern urban design accessible to all.
Dragonfly Group is a family of companies made up of individuals who take pride and ownership in everything they do. We value exceptionalism, integrity and innovation as we work to redefine living experiences for all.
About Vert, Inc.
Vert is modernizing the home design process by developing modular, panelized homes intended to reduce construction time while introducing innovative construction methods and materials. The steel, modular building system allows us to streamline the production process while infusing smart technology (Adomi) into the home make-up so that it begins to work for the homeowner.
Job Description
Vert, Inc. is seeking an experienced Technical Writer. The ideal candidate will bring innovative ideas and passion to the business of making complicated design and build documents easy to understand and easy to use for anyone. This candidate will be called upon to hit the ground running in a fast paced, and fast-growing company, quickly creating simple, clear and effective tools for all divisions of the company. You will be asked to assemble and train a team of Technical Writers to scale with the company. The goal is to be able to sit in the seat of the designer/engineer and explain their view to the general audience.
Responsibilities and Duties
Possess the mindset that no idea is out of bounds on how to deliver technical information to the average user; written documents should only be a starting basis and backup
Manage, organize, and communicate project information and project activities
Adhere to corporate and regulatory documentation, as well as process and procedural for the construction industry
Act effectively, always aligned with “lean” principles and the overriding KPI's in Safety, People, Quality, Rate and Cost
Interface cross-functionally to acquire source material for documents and to develop an understanding of the products and processes
Document steps to the assembly of pre-fabricated homes and create user manuals using technical data provided by engineers and design team.
Build, coach and manage a team of Technical Writers
Qualifications
7+ years of technical content creation within an enterprise documentation team, technical writing team, professional services organization, or similar practice
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in English, Technical Communication, Computer Science, Information Design, or related field
Experience working directly with designers and technical subject matter experts
Experience using multiple documentation tools to write, format, manage, and publish high-quality content
Ability to deal with ambiguous problems, troubleshoot, and build solutions with proper project management
Ability to influence multiple stakeholders and lead cross-functional projects across category or other departments.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to understand and use web metrics to gauge trends and evaluate content in an unbiased fashion.
Strong coaching skill and ability to lead
Auto-ApplyTechnical Writer
Technical writer job in San Francisco, CA
What is Renegade?Renegade is building an unstoppable network for the anonymous exchange of value. Our core permissionless protocol, the Renegade dark pool, solves many problems in current decentralized exchange design: front-running, quote fading, copy trading, toxicity discrimination, and fragmented liquidity.
Based on zero-knowledge and multi-party cryptography, Renegade allows for complete trade privacy during the entire trade lifecycle. Zero information about orders, balances, past trade history, or collateral values can leak to third-parties, allowing for strong anonymity guarantees and best execution for large whale traders.
Dark pools are well-understood pieces of traditional finance market structure, accounting for 20-40% of TradFi equities volume. We are building the crypto-native analog of dark pools.
Renegade is a seed-stage startup backed by some of the best crypto investors, including Naval Ravikant, Dragonfly Capital, Balaji Srinivasan, Tarun Chitra, and Lev Livnev. We work in-person in downtown San Francisco, 6 days a week.
What You'll DoAs a technical writer, you will drive our external voice by translating complex cryptographic ideas into understandable blurbs. You will drive engagement on Twitter, Discord, and Substack, writing threads and articles on how Renegade works and what sort of security and trading guarantees it can provide DEX users. This role is ideal for someone who has a good level of technical experience, but wants to explore many new ideas and build a personal audience.You'd be a good fit if..
You have a technical background, being able to understand core ideas surrounding zero-knowledge proofs, MPC, dark pools, order flow toxicity, MEV, and statistical arbitrage.
Have experience writing blogs and/or Tweets, or have been very active previously as a Discord community manager or similar.
Can write engaging threads that connect with everyone from mathematical cryptographers, to whale traders, to the newly crypto-curious.
We very much look forward to chatting further!
Auto-ApplyTechnical Writer (Contract)
Technical writer job in San Francisco, CA
The Company
Sofar is the leading ocean intelligence platform. We've built the world's largest real-time ocean network, turning billions of measurements into insights trusted by scientists, governments, and shipping fleets. Our technology makes the ocean more predictable and sustainable, helping customers save costs, cut emissions, and unlock insights that were once out of reach.
The Role
We're seeking a Technical Writer to join our Product team and serve as the bridge between complex ocean technology and the users who depend on it. You'll be responsible for creating clear, comprehensive documentation for our marine sensor platforms, weather APIs, and data visualization tools that power critical decision-making for maritime operations, renewable energy, and climate research. This role offers the unique opportunity to translate cutting-edge oceanographic technology into accessible content that helps customers harness the power of ocean data to reduce emissions and improve operational efficiency. You'll work closely with our engineering, product, and customer success teams to ensure our documentation evolves with our rapidly expanding sensor network and serves users ranging from individual sailors to enterprise fleet operators and government agencies. Please note this will be a 4-6 month contract with option to extend.
Impact You'll Own:
Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation for Sofar's marine sensor APIs, data platforms, and hardware integration guides that enable customers to successfully deploy and utilize ocean intelligence solutions
Collaborate with engineering teams to document new features and product releases, ensuring technical accuracy while making complex oceanographic data concepts accessible to diverse user audiences
Develop user-friendly tutorials, quick-start guides, and troubleshooting resources that reduce customer support tickets and accelerate time-to-value for new platform users
Establish and maintain documentation standards and style guides that ensure consistency across all technical communications as the product suite scales globally
Work with customer success and sales teams to identify documentation gaps based on user feedback and support trends, then prioritize and address these needs to improve customer experience
Build and optimize documentation workflows and toolchains that enable scalable content creation and maintenance across multiple products and user personas
About You
3+ years of experience writing technical documentation for software products, APIs, or hardware platforms, with a portfolio demonstrating ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly
Strong technical writing skills with experience documenting APIs, SDKs, or data platforms, including ability to work directly with engineering teams to understand and accurately convey technical specifications
Proficiency with modern documentation tools such as GitBook, Confluence, Notion, or similar platforms, plus familiarity with version control systems like Git for collaborative content development
Excellent communication and collaboration skills with proven ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, product management, and customer-facing teams in fast-paced environments
Self-directed problem-solving approach with ability to identify documentation needs proactively and manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high quality standards
Experience with markup languages (Markdown, HTML) and basic understanding of software development workflows to effectively integrate with engineering documentation processes
Bachelor's degree in Technical Communication, English, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent professional experience in technical writing roles
Sofar's Commitment to Climate Justice
We at Sofar Ocean acknowledge that careers in the marine sciences “... have traditionally been, and remain, non-diverse work environments”, thereby limiting the entry and prosperity of underrepresented groups in the space. (Johri et al., 2021) Many of these same groups are disproportionately affected by climate change, and are often excluded from decision making that directly address their interests and needs.
We are committed to addressing these climate injustices and highly encourage people who identify as women, LGBTQ+, Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) to apply.
Employee Conduct
It is the responsibility of every employee to contribute to a positive work environment through cooperative and professional interactions with co-workers, customers, and vendors.
Equal Employment Opportunity
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other factors prohibited by law.
Auto-ApplySenior Technical Writer
Technical writer job in Palo Alto, CA
About Glean: Founded in 2019, Glean is an innovative AI-powered knowledge management platform designed to help organizations quickly find, organize, and share information across their teams. By integrating seamlessly with tools like Google Drive, Slack, and Microsoft Teams, Glean ensures employees can access the right knowledge at the right time, boosting productivity and collaboration. The company's cutting-edge AI technology simplifies knowledge discovery, making it faster and more efficient for teams to leverage their collective intelligence. Glean was born from Founder & CEO Arvind Jain's deep understanding of the challenges employees face in finding and understanding information at work. Seeing firsthand how fragmented knowledge and sprawling SaaS tools made it difficult to stay productive, he set out to build a better way - an AI-powered enterprise search platform that helps people quickly and intuitively access the information they need. Since then, Glean has evolved into the leading Work AI platform, combining enterprise-grade search, an AI assistant, and powerful application- and agent-building capabilities to fundamentally redefine how employees work. About the Role: Glean is seeking a Senior Technical Writer to build out our cross-functional technical writing and documentation practice. Are you an expert with words and enjoy making complex information accessible and engaging? Glean is seeking a technical writer with experience in docs-as-code and content automation to plan, write, generate, and automate incredible documentation for our users. We're looking for a great communicator, both verbal and in writing, with strong technical aptitude and the ability to learn quickly. You're inquisitive, asking great questions and digging deep with subject matter experts to understand our platform and our users. You will create organized and professional content in partnership with R&D that is tailored to a plethora of users. You will also work closely with cross-functional team members in GTM (Sales, Customer Success, Marketing) to ensure accurate technical documentation across Glean. You will:
Develop and maintain technical documentation, including user guides, API documentation, tutorials, and FAQs, using Docs-as-Code tools.
Work cross functionally to collaborate with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to gather information and ensure the accuracy of the documentation.
Use Git and GitHub to manage documentation changes and collaborate with the team.
Write clear, concise, and well-structured content that is easy to understand for both technical and non-technical audiences.
Continuously improve documentation based on user feedback and changes in the product.
Ensure consistency in terminology and style across all documentation.
Advocate for the documentation and our customers internally.
Lead industry trends and best practices in technical writing and Docs-as-Code methodologies.
About you:
Proven experience as a Technical Writer, preferably in a software development environment.
Strong understanding of Docs-as-Code principles and practices.
Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
Ability to understand complex technical concepts and translate them into clear and concise documentation.
Strong working familiarity with Git/GitHub.
Experience using Linux/Unix based operating systems at the command line level.
Familiarity with Static Site Generators, particularly React-based: Docusaurus, Mintlify, NextJs.
Experience authoring with Markdown/MDX syntax.
Ability to identify gaps in process and documentation and proactively close them.
Work as part of a distributed global team across multiple time zones.
Bachelor's degree, preferably in Technical Writing, Computer Science, or a related field.
Experience with API documentation tools (e.g., Swagger, Postman).
Experience with user research and usability testing.
Javascript and React programming experience.
Knowledge of continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
Location:
This role is hybrid (4 days a week in one of our SF Bay Area offices)
Compensation & Benefits: The standard base salary range for this position is $140,000 - $200,000 annually. Compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Certain roles may be eligible for variable compensation, equity, and benefits. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including competitive compensation, Medical, Vision, and Dental coverage, generous time-off policy, and the opportunity to contribute to your 401k plan to support your long-term goals. When you join, you'll receive a home office improvement stipend, as well as an annual education and wellness stipends to support your growth and wellbeing. We foster a vibrant company culture through regular events, and provide healthy lunches daily to keep you fueled and focused. We are a diverse bunch of people and we want to continue to attract and retain a diverse range of people into our organization. We're committed to an inclusive and diverse company. We do not discriminate based on gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, civil or family status, age, disability, or race. #LI-HYBRID
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Technical writer job in San Francisco, CA
Chalk is building the data platform that powers the future of machine learning. We tear down barriers of complexity, latency, and scale that have traditionally constrained ML capabilities. Our platform combines Rust-speed performance with elegant tools that developers love to use. Leading companies depend on Chalk for everything from stopping fraudulent credit card swipes and identity verification to maximizing clean energy capture.
We're a fast-moving, technically elite team composed of Advent of Code winners, former Jane Street quants, and Rust compiler contributors. If you're excited by infrastructure, performance, and developer experience, you'll be in good company.
About the Role:
We're looking for Chalk's first Technical Writer - someone who can read code like a book and turn complexity into clarity. Your writing will be the first touchpoint for many engineers exploring Chalk and a trusted guide for those building with it.
This is a foundational role with outsized impact. You'll work closely with engineering, product, and developer advocacy to define our documentation strategy from the ground up. Whether you're explaining how our symbolic Python interpreter works or guiding a team through real-time feature engineering, your work will make Chalk more accessible, discoverable, and powerful.
What You'll Do:
Own and scale Chalk's technical documentation, including user guides, SDK/API docs, conceptual overviews, and example workflows.
Translate complex, low-level systems into elegant and accessible writing that developers can rely on.
Read and understand production-grade code to document functionality with precision and empathy.
Work directly with engineers and product teams to stay close to the source of truth and ensure technical accuracy.
Write for both breadth and depth, helping users quickly get started while also supporting advanced use cases.
Build Chalk's documentation infrastructure and voice, establishing how we communicate technically as a company.
What We're Looking For:
3+ years in a technical writing, developer documentation, or software engineering role
You can read and understand code fluently, especially in languages like Python, Rust, or similar
Experience working with AI infrastructure, ML tooling, or distributed systems
A writing portfolio that shows your ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly
Strong communication skills - you're as comfortable reviewing code with engineers as you are explaining features to end users
High attention to detail and organization, with a passion for clarity
Familiarity with tools like Markdown, static site generators (e.g. Docusaurus, Hugo), and Git workflows
Bonus Points:
Experience at early-stage startups or with fast-moving product teams
Contributions to developer platforms
Familiarity with real-time systems, feature engineering, or inference infrastructure
Understanding of compiler or query planning concepts
Why Chalk
Work on technically ambitious products with top-tier engineers
Help shape the voice and usability of a platform powering the next generation of ML
Join an early team with the opportunity to grow and define your role
Competitive salary, equity, and benefits
We believe great documentation is part of great product design. If you thrive on clarity, read code like it's prose, and want to help developers move fast with Chalk - we'd love to hear from you.
Benefits
⚕️Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
🏦 Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA)
🦮 Expert Healthcare Guidance
💵 Retirement savings
🎄15 company holidays each year
🏖️15 days of personal time off each year
🚌 Flex Commuter Benefits
🌮 Daily lunch and dinner on Chalk
🥤Office is fully-stocked with drinks and snacks to fuel your work day.
🍽️ Staying late? Dinner is on us
🚖 Staying even later? Grab an Uber / Lyft home on Chalk
Compensation
Chalk offers early team members a generous salary + equity package based on experience and competitive benefits.
Actual compensation awarded to successful candidates will be based on several factors, including market, location, scope of the position and individual qualifications objectively assessed during the interview process.
Our comprehensive total package plays a major role in how we recognize individuals for the impact they will have on Chalk's growth and us achieving our goals.
Inclusivity
Chalk is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and inclusion and provide reasonable accommodations to anyone needing individualized support.
Auto-ApplyTechnical Writer IV
Technical writer job in Palo Alto, CA
We are looking for a content developer to help us build out and organize a Confluence site to educate an internal R&D audience in client's use of a new software delivery model. Candidates should demonstrate strong writing skills, excellent research practices, and the ability to synthesize technical input into well-crafted, easy to understand content. Our ideal candidate must have strong team sensibilities, have solid visual and content design skills, exceptional organizational skills and be able to work with multiple sources and SMEs in a fast-paced environment. The candidate must be able to understand and explain processes, best practices, and tools to an internal R&D audience.
Responsibilities:
• Create internally facing content using Confluence as the delivery medium.
• Collaborate with program managers, cross-team representatives, and quality assurance engineers to research, author, and polish content
• Create documentation designs, plans, and schedules
• Use Confluence to design, organize, and author high quality material on schedule.
• Create Web pages and other collateral
Qualifications
Requirements:
• BS/BA in Technical Communication, English, Computer Science, or equivalent experience
• Ability to organize information, learn complex concepts, and explain concepts and instructions clearly and concisely
• Must be flexible and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment
• Must have solid prior experience in developing Confluence sites
• Knowledge of JIRA is a plus
• Knowledge of engineering processes and tools is a plus
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Technical Writer
Technical writer job in San Ramon, CA
Job Description***************CANDIDATE NEED TO BE LOCAL & NEAR WORK LOCATION *******NO C2C****************
Title: Technical Writer
Pay $30 - 40/hour
LOOKING FOR LOCAL CANDIDATES WITHIN CLIENT SERVICE TERRITORY NEAR WORK LOCATION-SAN RAMON OR BAY AREA. ASSIGNMENT IS MAINLY REMOTE BUT 5% POSSIBILITY OF ON-SITE MEETINGS AT SAN RAMON LOCATION.
TOP THINGS LOOKING FOR:
Years experience and the number and quality of work products produced as a technical writer and editor.
Possesses an understanding of frontline workers to ensure the content appropriately targets their informational needs.
Attention to detail and pride in work product. What steps do they take (i.e., what is their practice) to ensure accuracy, format and quality of content
TOP SKILL SET LOOKING FOR IN A CANDIDATE:
Strong understanding of how to present complex safety information in a concise, accessible format.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
Strong interpersonal, collaborative skills interacting with subject matter experts and leaders.
Technical Writer edits existing Code of Safe Practices manual and creates additional content as required that enable client to maintain compliance with all safety requirements for our client and contract coworkers, our customers and the public.
Collaborates with, and gathers information from, internal and external clients to develop edit and develop content for documents, in an orderly, concise manner, which are typographically, grammatically, and technically correct.
Take complex technical information and make it clear and easy-to-understand for frontline audience.
Proficient in MS Word, Excel, MS Teams and PowerPoint
Flowcharts and organization charts development (iGrafx Preferred, Visio is acceptable) Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Desired
High standards for writing, detail, editing, and information design that lead to accurate, concise, usable, highly-polished content
User-focused approach to documentation planning, design, and content strategy
Qualifications:
Education Minimum
BA/BS in English, Technical Writing, or related field; or equivalent work experience
Minimum 3 to 5 years of Technical Writing, content management, process improvement
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Familiar with client policies and procedures with regard to safety, and Company Guidance Document Management (GDM) standards
Fully competent in Microsoft Office applications and SharePoint
Proficient in documentation technologies and processes
Good verbal communication skills to collaborate with peers, content owners and collect necessary information for documents
Good multi-tasking, adaptability and organizational skills