Berlin-Based Developer Experience Tech Writer (Docs-as-Code)

Talon.One; Berlin (NH); On-site; USD 59,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning budget

German language courses

Home office setup budget

Annual leave 30 days + special days

Pension subsidy

Dog-friendly Berlin office

Public transport subsidy

Bike purchase via BusinessBike

Job summary

Talon.One in Berlin is seeking a skilled technical writer to own our docs as a product. You will develop end-user and API documentation, write clear in-product UX copy, and collaborate with engineers, designers, and PMs to translate complex software into approachable guidance.

You will shape the docs architecture, manage the backlog, and measure impact with cross-functional teams. A strong English background and API literacy are essential.

Qualifications

• Exceptional English communication skills to deliver precise documentation and collaborate effectively.
• 2+ years of experience in technical writing, developer relations, or UX copy.
• Technical literacy, including solid grasp of APIs (REST/OpenAPI) or SDKs.
• Product-oriented mindset to manage documentation backlog and analyze developer feedback.
• Expertise in crafting concise in-product microcopy.
• Understanding of docs-as-code, minimalism, and user-centric writing.
• Experience with Git, GitHub, VS Code, Docusaurus, Scalar, and Figma.

Responsibilities

• Own the docs architecture, content roadmap, backlog priorities, and metrics.
• Write, edit, and maintain end-user and API documentation using OpenAPI, Markdown, and static site tools.
• Craft in-product UX copy in collaboration with designers and product managers.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to translate complex software into accessible guidance.

Skills

Technical writing

APIs

Docs-as-code

UX copy

Git & GitHub

VS Code

Docusaurus

Figma

Markdown

Tools

Git

GitHub

Visual Studio Code

Docusaurus

Scalar

Figma

Job description

Talon.One in Berlin is seeking a skilled technical writer to own our docs as a product. You will develop end-user and API documentation, write clear in-product UX copy, and collaborate with engineers, designers, and PMs to translate complex software into approachable guidance.

You will shape the docs architecture, manage the backlog, and measure impact with cross-functional teams. A strong English background and API literacy are essential.