About HiringThing
HiringThing is online software that helps companies post jobs online, manage applicants and hire great employees. We were founded in 2012 with the mission to deliver intuitive, easy-to-use recruiting software across multiple sales channels and product types.
HiringThing operates in a flexible startup environment where employees can be hands-on in helping build a new company. This is a remote position, so successful applicants will have the ability to work from home. Our team stays connected through daily communication and regular video calls.
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
We are looking for a tech-savvy technical content writer to join our marketing team. The writer will be responsible for developing technical documentation, as well as developing and curating a best-in-class API library to empower developers to implement quickly and accurately.
Position Type:
- Part-time (20-25 hours/week)
- Non-exempt
- Hourly
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
- Develop and edit high quality, developer-friendly technical documentation, including API documentation, user guides and release notes.
- Review, edit and update new and existing API documentation
- Rewrite and reorganize the existing document library to improve developer productivity
- Collaborate and build strong relationships with cross-functional teams (marketing, engineering, product management and client services) to gather requirements and relevant information necessary for documentation
- Translate technical documentation into user-friendly use case stories
- Ensure superior accuracy, clarity and consistency across all documentation
- Define and maintain timelines for content updates
IDEAL CANDIDATE QUALIFICATION:
- Four years of relevant technical writing experience
- Recent and relevant experience writing API documentation
- Strong knowledge of documentation tools
- Experience with SaaS
REQUIRED SKILLS:
- You can submit recent examples of documentation you have written.
- You see yourself as Self Starter – always hungry to achieve and learn.
- You are easily adaptable – open to the change of a startup environment.
- You thrive in a fast-paced atmosphere.
- You possess excellent communication and active listening skills.
- You have excellent attention to detail.
- You have can prioritize, work independently, manage time effectively and follow through on tasks/responsibilities.
BENEFITS:
- $100/month telecom reimbursement
- Up to $50/month fitness reimbursement
- 401(k) Plan with Roth and Standard options
- Ability to work remotely
- Opportunity to contribute in a hands-on manner to the growth and direction of the Company
- Paid time off: 1.5 to 3 weeks per year (based on length of service and % of full-time hours worked)
- 8 paid holidays
- Opportunity for professional development
- Comprehensive benefits offered to eligible employees