Odoo is hiring: Technical Content Writer in San Francisco

Technical Content Writer

Location: This is a hybrid (3 days onsite, 2 days remote) role in Brisbane, CA

Position Type: W-2 employee, fixed‑term (5 months), full‑time contract with potential for conversion based on business needs

Base Pay Range: $36.00/hr – $45.00/hr (estimated annual compensation $75,000–$95,000)

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship responsibilities for employment visas at this time.

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About Odoo

Odoo is an open‑source enterprise resource planning (ERP) platform that helps companies manage and streamline their operations through a single, integrated system. Our modular suite of business applications—from accounting and inventory to CRM and project management—works together seamlessly to support efficiency and growth.

About the Role

As a Technical Content Writer at Odoo, you’ll create accurate, engaging technical content across User Documentation, Product Tours, eLearning Tutorials, Microcontent, and Whitepapers. You must have strong technical skills and the ability to explain complex information clearly and practically.

You’ll become a product expert, manage documentation through GitHub, write scripts for large audiences, and collaborate with writers, designers, and producers to deliver high‑quality projects efficiently.

About the Team

You’ll join a tech‑savvy, action‑oriented team that values learning, collaboration, and execution. We focus on understanding Odoo’s evolving platform and turning complex information into clear, actionable content.

About You

You’re independent, curious, and focused on delivering exceptional work. You have strong fundamentals in grammar, style, and voice, combined with a technical mindset. You enjoy solving problems, learning how things work, and collaborating with other smart, driven individuals.

Responsibilities

• Work cross‑functionally with R&D, product, technical, and content marketing staff to stay up‑to‑date on the latest Odoo features and capabilities.
• Peer review content using best practices from Odoo’s global and US‑specific guidelines.
• Write quality long‑form technical guides, whitepapers, eLearning scripts, and product tour videos to educate new users and demonstrate business flows.
• Independently author new technical support and user documentation articles; revise and maintain existing content written by multiple contributors over different Odoo versions.
• Read and write in RST markup and submit new/improved documentation using Git; perform content and technical reviews using GitHub.
• Manage tasks using Odoo Project, adhering to an annual content calendar.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in Writing, English, Communications, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 1+ year of experience in technical writing, focusing on business applications or software platforms.
• Portfolio of writing samples that demonstrate technical documentation skills.
• Experience with technical documentation, specifically within ERP or SaaS environments.
• Proficiency with Git/GitHub or similar version control systems, or a willingness to learn.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.

Nice to Have

• Experience working with SaaS platforms or within a SaaS company environment.
• Precision in language and technical expertise, ability to quickly rewrite articles in your own words.
• Love for the art and craft of writing, with samples to prove it.
• Thrives in a fast‑paced, hands‑on startup environment; able to self‑teach new skills, build structure, and work independently.
• Open‑minded and agile, continually striving to improve and innovate.
• Autonomous learner with a passion for technology and/or software.
• Approachable, honest, and a fun team player; fosters teamwork, open communication, and knowledge sharing.
• Flexible and adaptable; works modularly and ships deliverables quickly.

Compensation and Perks

• Healthcare, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, FSA, HSA Matching, 401K Matching, and Commuter Benefits
• PTO, paid sick days, and paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program: 3 X 1‑hour telehealth calls with certified mental health professionals
• $100 towards a work‑from‑home office setup
• Chef‑prepared lunches—snacks, fruit, and coffee/drinks on tap
• Company‑sponsored events for groups of 6+ employees

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Ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace where we learn from each other is core to Odoo's values. We welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. We are an equal‑opportunity employer and a pleasant and supportive place to work. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider employment‑qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.