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- **Empowering Oakland's Open-Source Community: Join Our Technical Writing Revolution!** Our fast-growing tech cooperative seeks a detail-oriented Technical Writer. We empower local open-source projects, making cutting-edge technology accessible to all. If you're passionate about translating complex code into clear, user-friendly documentation and resonate with Oakland’s collaborative spirit, let’s talk! **Your Day-to-Day Impact:** 1. **Crafting Stellar Docs**: Write, revise, and maintain comprehensive documentation for our open-source software, APIs, and developer tools. Target audiences span newbie programmers to advanced engineers. 2. **Collaborating Closely**: Work closely with our development teams to understand system architecture and code functionality. 3. **Elevating User Experiences**: Create tutorials, troubleshooting guides, and FAQs to assist our user community and empower them to fully utilize our software. Test drive various UI's to evaluate the best options, providing input regarding improving the usability for the user community. 4. **Championing Best Practices**: Enforce consistency in documentation style, format, and voice across all projects. Strive for adherence to standards as outlined by Open Source licensing entities and software foundations, as it will benefit our users. 5. **Navigating the Tech Scene**: Attend industry meetups and contribute to relevant online forums to expand your technical knowledge and network. Local presence is welcomed to encourage relationships with the open source community here in Oakland and across the bay. **Academic Preparation & Professional Growth** * An academic background in computer science, engineering, or a closely related field. Alternatively, an equivalent portfolio of hands-on expertise. * Deep comprehension of software development methodologies and agile practices. * Exceptional grasp of technical writing concepts and practices. * Superb communication, interpersonal, and collaboration proficiencies. * Experience with documentation tools (e.g., Sphinx, Doxygen, Markdown) and version control systems (Git). * Bonus points if you're engaged with the open-source movement or have already contributed to documentation projects. Additional bonus points, should you possess certifications or experience related to accessibility guidelines (WCAG) and Section 508 compliance. * Practical knowledge with Linux environments, command-line interfaces, and cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP). **What Makes Us Special** At our Oakland cooperative, we believe in: * **Radical Transparency**: Open salaries and decision-making. * **Equitable Ownership**: Employee ownership shares for long-term commitment. * **Community Enrichment**: Active participation in local open-source events. * **Ongoing Skill Cultivation**: Dedicated budget for technical workshops, conferences, and certifications. * **Generous PTO**: Recharge and focus on what matters. * **Wellness perks**: Promoting well-being through resources such as wellness spending account and mental health resources. **The Cooperative Deal:** * Full-time role with competitive pay. * Comprehensive healthcare coverage. * Remote work environment – though periodic in-person collaboration is encouraged. Ready to contribute to Oakland’s growing tech ecosystem and our open-source mission? Apply today!Oakland, CARemoteFull-time$80,000 - $110,000 per yearTechnical & Web Content24 days ago
- A digital-first creative collective is on the hunt for a versatile Web Content and Product Description Specialist right here in Durham, North Carolina. We need someone who can make web pages sing and product descriptions irresistible. This isn't about filling spaces; it's about capturing imaginations. **Crafting Compelling Digital Experiences** We're a band of storytellers, artists, and technologists passionate about building digital experiences that leave a lasting mark. Forget corporate drone work. Our Durham studio is a playground for innovation where every voice matters. Think indie vibes with big agency clientele. If that sounds like your scene, read on! **The Creative Opportunity** As a Web Content and Product Description specialist, you’ll be embedded within our cross-functional creative team. Your core responsibility is to help bring client visions to life using the power of language and narrative. You will breathe life into websites, giving each product its compelling reason to exist in the user’s world. * Conceptualizing original, engaging web content aligned with client brand guidelines and digital strategies * Producing highly engaging and benefit-driven product descriptions for e-commerce platforms and marketing channels * Collaborating with UX designers, SEO specialists, and digital marketing experts to maximize impact and conversions * Conducting industry research to uncover emerging trends and user insights * Optimizing copy based on A/B test results and feedback to enhance customer experience * Creating style guides and maintaining tone consistency across multiple platforms **Skills That Truly Shine** * Impeccable grammar and grasp of various writing styles, matched to audience and intent. * Mastery of SEO writing, with hands-on experience optimizing content for target keywords and improved organic search rankings. * Exceptional product writing skills; understand how features translate to tangible, relatable consumer benefits * Proficiency with e-commerce platforms, content management systems, and online advertising tools. * Understanding of marketing principles like conversion optimization, A/B testing, and UX best practices * Capacity to embrace and manage feedback within an iterative environment. Portfolio demonstrating previous successes is a must. **Joining The Collective: Rewards & Advantages** We believe happy people create awesome work. We don’t offer stock options or executive perks, but a carefully curated selection of things that reflect our devotion to Durham and our collective: flexible work arrangements, generous health insurance (premiums fully covered), profit-sharing bonuses for all collective members, professional development budget to feed your learning curiosity, access to local community organizations, including the Durham Arts Council and the Nasher Museum of Art. We believe in recharging through travel, giving team members funds to see the world, to infuse it back into their local and creative inspiration. We are dedicated to the growth of both the community and our craft. If you are a web-savvy writer, looking for full-time employment in a hybrid setting, Durham, NC is the place to be. Are you ready to make some magic?Durham, NCRemote, HybridFull-time$60,000 - $75,000 per yearWeb Content, Product Descriptions24 days ago
- Our thriving team is in pursuit of a dynamic Technical Writer to amplify our influence in Fort Worth, Texas. Specializing in software development, we're renowned for innovation, a quality echoed by our constant search for talent. This contract role opens an avenue into the heart of our innovative culture. **Core Responsibilities** * Creation and continual improvement of technical documentation – SDKs, APIs, guides – to benefit the developers involved. * Work with cross-functional team (development, support, QA) in shaping documentation standards. * Orchestrate testing and gathering user feedback, integrating that insight into iterative improvements. * Craft tutorials and educational material to onboard and provide support to developers. * Engage proactively with the open-source community to improve content, and keep ahead of technical innovation. **Expected Abilities** * A background including technical areas, matched with an extraordinary facility of written language. * A history of crafting compelling technical documents tailored towards specific audiences, highlighting complex subjects with ease. * A good working understanding of documentation creation for software and/or hardware. * A capability to grasp developer necessities, and translate needs into accurate, easy-to-understand content. * Knowhow with relevant applications and practices (Markup languages, document version control, Agile workflows). **Additional Items That Would Add Value** * Developer involvement, be that software or hardware. * Experience contributing to developer conferences, meetups or other gatherings. **Our Philosophy On Growth & Support** At [Company Name], our ethos is predicated on encouraging brilliance. Your personal growth and that of our combined intellectual ability are vital to what we pursue. We foster continual skills development within our talent pool via:\ * Budget for external classes, conferences, workshops * Scheduled career-goal evaluations * A wide professional book library. **Lifestyle Aspects, Advantages** * A flexible hours policy to respect people's work habits, provided a 40-hour work week benchmark is adhered to. * A fully stocked office pantry to keep motivation high. * Weekly happy hour for light relief within working life. * An inclusive & diverse working environment. We endeavor to cultivate an area with an equitable chance to progress, irrespective of your background. We have a clear need to improve content to meet an increasing customer base. Your skills will influence developers at various business stages, enhancing our capabilities as an organization. Come take part in a place that recognizes and rewards ingenuity. Contribute to a future where every line of our code has its equal in accessible insight. Join us in Forth Worth, in constructing not just our programs, but a deeper understanding among all they benefit. We need a talent that brings precision, originality, and commitment. You must present the aptitude not only to follow developments, but to illuminate the steps ahead. Fort Worth is a growing technological hub. Joining us would be a part of a vibrant community of innovation. Our new hire will experience an evolving scene filled with opportunities and chances to expand our professional horizons. The area provides a high quality of life, an abundance of entertainment facilities and social hubs to experience. Our company aims at helping you to enjoy and engage, both during working and out-of-hours hours. You could be more than just joining the crew - you'd come to be an active individual in our local innovation network.Fort Worth, TXRemoteContractor$45-$60 per hourTechnical & Web Content24 days ago
- Our engineering division at QuantumLeap Technologies seeks a meticulous Technical Writer in Huntsville, Alabama. If you possess a knack for translating complex technological jargon into easily digestible documentation, we invite you to apply. You'll collaborate closely with our software engineers, quality assurance experts, and product managers to craft user guides, API documents, and internal knowledge base articles. Our current priority is streamlining the documentation for our newly launched Quantum AI product suite. **Key Responsibilities** * Produce clear, concise, and accurate documentation, including user manuals, technical specifications, and training materials. * Work with engineering teams to understand technical requirements and specifications. * Transform complex technical details into user-friendly language. * Maintain and update existing documentation to reflect software updates and enhancements. * Collaborate with other team members to ensure consistency in documentation. * Adhere to company documentation standards and style guides. * Take initiative to identify documentation needs and gaps. * Assist in the creation of training materials and online help resources. **Attributes for Success** You should possess a solid professional journey in technical writing. A proven capacity to thrive within fast-paced environments is critical, as is a meticulous attention to detail. Demonstrated excellence in communication (both written and verbal) will greatly aid in translating tech jargon into plain language. Knowledge of industry-standard documentation tools is a definite plus. * A bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related technical field. * A strong foundation in technical writing, or an equivalent background, is required. * Industry background related to software engineering or information technology will aid you immensely in succeeding in this role. * Exposure to documentation tools such as Confluence, MadCap Flare, or similar. Version control knowledge is considered favorably. * Must have proficient skills in written and verbal communications to successfully manage our highly dynamic teams. * The optimal candidate will be detail-oriented and possess superb organizational skills. **Employee Perks & Benefits** QuantumLeap Technologies offers a comprehensive suite of benefits. We furnish you with health, vision, and dental plans from the moment you onboard, along with a substantial retirement plan matching contributions. We understand the need for flexibility, so we offer ample paid leave and remote working possibilities. You'll find continual opportunities to hone your craft through learning stipends, conference tickets, and internal growth channels. Be part of an encouraging team that honors effort and recognizes milestones, and who provide avenues to accelerate in your profession. Enjoy unlimited complimentary refreshments, recreational spaces on campus, plus social functions quarterly to deepen cohesion and create meaningful connections. Join us at QuantumLeap Technologies and build exceptional things!Huntsville, ALOn-siteFull-time$60,000 - $80,000 per yearTechnical & Web Content25 days ago
- We're looking for a talented Email Marketing and Web Content Specialist to join our growing team in Raleigh, NC. If you are passionate about crafting compelling email campaigns and developing engaging web content that drives results, this might be the perfect opportunity for you! **Your Contributions: Impacting Our Digital Presence** * Conceive, craft, and deploy impactful email marketing campaigns that nurture leads and boost conversions. Dive into audience segmentation, A/B testing, and performance analysis to continuously refine our approach. Also, do develop a very creative Web Content Strategy! * Create engaging, SEO-optimized content for our website, blogs, and other digital platforms. Focus on delivering valuable information and improving user experience. * Analyze campaign performance and make data-driven decisions to improve effectiveness. Use analytics tools to track metrics and generate reports on key performance indicators (KPIs). * Collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment of messaging and branding across all channels. Work closely with marketing, sales, and product teams to create a cohesive customer experience. **Qualifications: What You'll Bring** * Demonstrated knowledge of email marketing platforms (e.g., Mailchimp, Marketo, Constant Contact). This is a hands-on position where knowing how to make email sing is the expectation. If you know how to conduct multivariate testing to determine open rates you're even more of an ideal candidate! * Hands-on experience of SEO concepts and techniques. We need to reach more customers; your mastery of metadata, on-page optimization and related skills will ensure this goal happens! * Proven aptitude of writing skills with a portfolio of successful email campaigns and web content. The work speaks for itself! * Superb analytical skills to interpret data and derive actionable insights. * A proactive mindset, creativity, and eagerness to learn and stay updated on the latest industry trends. **The Perks of Joining Us** We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we're dedicated to making our associates successful. This is not lip service. We value people, and encourage the team to grow, innovate, and support each other. * Competitive compensation package that values you. * Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage to safeguard your well-being. * Generous paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick days, so you are able to take time away from the office and refresh. * Opportunities for professional advancement and skill augmentation. We support your aspirations and make funds available for ongoing training. * A dynamic and fun-filled work environment with regular team activities and social events. This is a team where everyone has each others' back.Raleigh, NCOn-siteFull-time$50,000 - $70,000 per yearEmail Marketing, Web Content25 days ago