XDA - Tech Senior Editor (OS & Devices, Hobbies Tech)

Valnet Tech Sites; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

XDA is seeking a Segment Lead for the Hobbies Tech and OS & Devices verticals to captain editorial coverage remotely on a contractual basis. The role balances editing, writing, planning, and team leadership, owning a core content segment and shaping daily coverage, standards, and workflow.

The editor will manage freelance writers, ensure accuracy and brand voice, and stay current with tech trends to drive strategic growth across the platform.

Qualifications

• Experience editing and writing consumer technology content.
• Hands-on knowledge of desktop builds, mobile/handheld devices, operating systems, and enthusiast maker hardware.
• Prior experience leading or mentoring writers in a freelance environment.
• Comfortable owning editorial decisions and managing multiple priorities.
• Strong editorial judgment, organization, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Editorial Ownership & Execution: guide coverage strategy across core computing verticals and manage the editorial pipeline from pitch to publication.
• Writer Leadership: lead and mentor freelance writers, provide feedback, review performance, and onboard new contributors.
• Hands-On Editing & Writing: review pitches, assign topics, manage deadlines, copy edit, and contribute content as needed.
• Planning & Strategy: align editorial calendar with audience interests and business goals, monitor tech trends and performance.
• Collaboration & Communication: provide clear guidance through regular check-ins and work with leadership on growth initiatives.

Skills

Editorial leadership

Editing & writing

Consumer tech

Freelance mentoring

Editorial decisions

Attention to detail

Job description

This position will operate on a remote, contractual basis. Candidates must reside in the U.S. or Canada, or in countries within a few hours of the EST time zone. XDA is looking for a true tinkerer to join the team as a Segment Lead for the H obbies Tech and OS & Devices verticals. This role is suited to an editor who thrives in a hands-on, fast-paced environment and is comfortable balancing editing, writing, planning, and team leadership. You'll take ownership of a core content segment and play an important role in shaping daily coverage, editorial standards, and workflow.

Responsibilities

Editorial Ownership & Execution

• Help guide coverage strategy across core computing verticals, including operating systems (Windows, Linux, Android), consumer hardware/devices , and enthusiast DIY tech (single-board computers, microcontrollers, 3D printing).
• Maintain high standards for accuracy, authority, and clarity across published content.
• Manage the editorial pipeline from pitch review and topic prioritization through assignment and publication.

Writer Leadership

• Lead and support a team of freelance writers, providing consistent editorial feedback and guidance.
• Review writer performance and output to ensure alignment with brand voice and best practices.
• Identify strong contributors, development opportunities, and writers ready for additional responsibility.
• Assist with onboarding and training new contributors as needed.

Hands-On Editing & Writing

• Review and approve pitches, assign topics, manage deadlines, and perform copy edits to keep production on track.
• Contribute original written content within your core coverage areas when needed.

Planning & Strategy

• Work with editorial leadership to maintain a balanced editorial calendar aligned with audience interests and business goals.
• Stay current with technology and digital lifestyle trends to inform coverage and ideation.
• Monitor content performance and apply insights to improve editorial strategy.

Collaboration & Communication

• Provide clear guidance and feedback through regular check-ins and async communication.
• Partner with editorial leadership to support broader initiatives and growth objectives.

Requirements

• Experience editing and writing consumer technology content.
• Extensive hands-on knowledge of desktop builds, mobile/handheld devices, operating systems, and enthusiast maker hardware .
• Prior experience leading or mentoring writers in a freelance environment.
• Comfortable owning editorial decisions and managing multiple priorities.
• Strong editorial judgment, organization, and attention to detail.