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Mercor

Freelance Technical Writer

Mercor, Germantown, Ohio, United States

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Base pay range $80.00/hr - $120.00/hr

Company Introduction

Mercor

connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include

Benchmark ,

General Catalyst ,

Peter Thiel ,

Adam D'Angelo ,

Larry Summers , and

Jack Dorsey .

Role Overview

Position: Technical Writer – Contract, Remote

Commitment: 10–25 hours/week

Duration: Short to mid-term

Collaborate on content-focused projects with Fortune 500 companies and unicorn startups. Support AI systems by generating and validating high-quality technical documentation.

Responsibilities

Review and refine AI-generated technical content for clarity, accuracy, and structure.

Author new documentation across technical domains, including product specs, API guides, and internal wikis.

Validate content against real-world standards and enterprise documentation styles.

Provide feedback on AI output to improve relevance and consistency.

Collaborate asynchronously with research and platform teams as needed.

Requirements / Qualifications

Must-Have Qualifications

3+ years of experience writing or editing technical documentation.

Proven ability to translate complex technical topics into accessible language.

Familiarity with structured documentation tools like Markdown, Git, Confluence.

Detail-oriented with strong editorial judgment and domain fluency.

Preferred Qualifications

Background in engineering, product, or technical program management.

Engagement Details

Remote and asynchronous – set your own hours.

$50–100/hour depending on experience and location.

Independent contractor classification.

Payments processed weekly via Stripe Connect.

Application Process

Submit your resume to get started.

Complete a brief form outlining your background and availability.

We typically follow up within 3–5 business days with next steps.

Resources & Support

For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome/welcome

For any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com

PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.

Seniorities

Seniority level: Not Applicable

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Writing/Editing

Industries

Software Development

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