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Sift · 3 months ago

Technical Writer (Contract)

positionEl Segundo, CA
timeFull-time, Contract
remoteOnsite
seniorityEntry, Mid Level
money$40/hr - $50/hr
date2+ years exp

Sift is redefining how modern machines are built, tested, and operated. They are seeking a Technical Writer to create and maintain documentation that helps users understand complex systems and workflows. This role involves collaborating with engineers and product managers to ensure clarity and accuracy in technical content.

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Responsibilities

Write and maintain user-facing documentation, including tutorials, API references, and how-to guides
Collaborate with engineers and product managers to ensure accuracy and clarity in all technical content
Apply and uphold standards from the Google Documentation Style Guide and Diátaxis framework
Use GitHub flow and version control best practices to manage documentation updates
Continuously improve structure, navigation, and discoverability across the documentation site
Translate technical details into clear explanations that help engineers onboard quickly and use Sift effectively

Qualification

GRPC APIsPythonTechnical writingDocumentation toolsDocumentation frameworksExecution mindsetCollaboration skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Technical Communication, English, Computer Science, or Engineering
2+ years of experience in technical writing, preferably in software, developer tools, or technology-driven industries
Experience working with gRPC APIs, including documenting service definitions, message structures, and best practices for client/server integration
Proficiency in Python and familiarity with software development workflows, APIs, and modern engineering tools
Demonstrated experience creating and maintaining documentation such as API references, user manuals, tutorials, and technical specifications
Strong command of documentation and markup tools such as Markdown, Material for MkDocs, FumaDocs, Docusaurus, or Mintlify
Hands-on experience with documentation tools such as Git/GitHub
Deep understanding of documentation frameworks such as the Google Developer Documentation Style Guide and the Diátaxis framework
Excellent collaboration skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, product, and marketing teams
Strong execution mindset: organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple documentation projects under changing requirements and deadlines

Company

Sift

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Sift offers transformative tools for machine creators to innovate at speed and scale.
dateFounded in 2021
location
El Segundo, California, USA
people-size51-200 employees
web-link
https://www.siftstack.com

H1B Sponsorship

Sift has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2024 (1)

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$25M
Key Investors
Google VenturesEarthrise Ventures
2024-06-25Series A· $17.5M
2023-11-07Seed· $7.5M
2022-12-01Pre Seed

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