Technical Writer (Contract)
Description:
• Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation including API references, user guides, quick-start tutorials, troubleshooting guides, and implementation documentation
• Collaborate with Engineering teams to document new features, APIs, and platform updates, ensuring documentation stays current with product releases
• Develop and maintain documentation standards, style guides, and content governance processes to ensure consistency across all technical materials
• Work with Product and UX teams to create user-centered documentation that addresses real user needs and pain points identified through user research and feedback
• Review and edit technical content created by engineers and other team members, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and adherence to documentation standards
• Optimize documentation for discoverability and usability, implementing information architecture best practices and conducting content audits
• Gather feedback from users, support teams, and sales to continuously improve documentation quality and identify content gaps
• Manage documentation toolchain and publishing workflows using Mintlify, working with technical teams to maintain and optimize our documentation infrastructure
• Create visual aids, diagrams, and multimedia content to enhance written documentation and improve user comprehension
• Collaborate with Marketing and Sales teams to ensure technical documentation aligns with messaging and supports the customer journey
Requirements:
• 3+ years of experience in technical writing, preferably in software, AI/ML, or enterprise technology environments
• Strong ability to understand and communicate complex technical concepts clearly and concisely to diverse technical audiences
• Experience with documentation tools and platforms, particularly Mintlify or similar modern documentation platforms (GitBook, Confluence, Notion, static site generators)
• Familiarity with software development workflows, version control systems (Git), and API documentation best practices
• Basic understanding of AI/ML concepts and enterprise software platforms, with eagerness to deepen technical knowledge
• Excellent research skills and ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams
• Experience with content management systems, markup languages (Markdown, HTML), and documentation-as-code workflows
• Bachelor's degree in Technical Communication, English, Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent experience
• Portfolio demonstrating high-quality technical writing samples across different content types and audiences
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in technical content
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