Remote Tech Author: Shape Open-Source Docs & UX

Canonical; Regina; Remote; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering tech firm is seeking a Technical Author to lead documentation efforts within engineering teams. This fully remote role involves creating high-quality documentation, influencing product development, and collaborating across teams. Ideal candidates have excellent technical writing skills and experience in open-source environments. A BSc/BA degree or equivalent is required. Attractive benefits and a performance-driven compensation package are offered.

Benefits

Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year

Annual compensation review

Maternity and paternity leave

Qualifications

• Proven technical writing skills with a programmer's mindset.
• Experience with open-source communities.
• Familiarity with documenting software technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead documentation efforts of an engineering team.
• Create and maintain software documentation.
• Influence the development of the product through documentation.

Skills

Technical writing

Community engagement

Linux

Documentation skills

Communication skills

Education

BSc/BA degree or equivalent

Tools

Git

Documentation markup languages

Job description

A pioneering tech firm is seeking a Technical Author to lead documentation efforts within engineering teams. This fully remote role involves creating high-quality documentation, influencing product development, and collaborating across teams. Ideal candidates have excellent technical writing skills and experience in open-source environments. A BSc/BA degree or equivalent is required. Attractive benefits and a performance-driven compensation package are offered.