Senior Technical Writer, Developer Experience - Engineering
Squarespace, New York, NY, United States
Senior Technical Writer, Developer Experience - Engineering
Squarespace 29 May 2025
Documentation API Developer Experience Technical Writer Docs as Code
We are seeking a Senior Technical Writer to play a key role in shaping the developer experience at Squarespace through impactful documentation projects. As a member of our collaborative Engineering Technical Writing team, you will have the opportunity to make significant contributions to improve our developer experience.
You Will
Collaborate with software engineers and leaders to gather information and define documentation requirements.
Create clear, accurate, and user-friendly technical content, including API documentation and developer guides.
Coach teams on documentation workflows and technical writing best practices.
Identify and implement improvements to our documentation practices and developer experience.
Within your first three months, you will
Establish strong working relationships with engineers and leaders across Research and Development.
Lead 2-3 documentation projects, contribute content, and identify future deliverables.
Develop your career development plan with your manager.
Who We're Looking For
7+ years of experience as a technical writer creating documentation for a developer audience.
Proven experience in delivering complex documentation projects on a large scale.
Exceptional English writing and communication skills.
Experience working alongside software engineers using similar tools and development methodologies, including docs as code.
A passion for learning new technical concepts and software products quickly.
The ability to translate complex ideas into logical steps for the intended audience.
Experience working effectively with remote and distributed teams.
A commitment to fostering a culture of inclusion, collaboration, and trust.
Benefits & Perks
Health insurance with 100% covered premiums for you and your dependent children
Fertility and adoption benefits
Headspace mindfulness app subscription
Global Employee Assistance Program
Pension benefits with employer match
Flexible paid time off
Up to 20 weeks of full pay for birth parent and non-birth parent leave
20 weeks of pay to care for an ill family member
Education reimbursement
Employee donation match to community organizations
8 Global Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
Free lunch and snacks
Close proximity to cultural landmarks such as Dublin Castle and St. Patrick's Cathedral
How to Apply Interested in this position? Please submit your resume and cover letter through the application portal.
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Documentation API Developer Experience Technical Writer Docs as Code
We are seeking a Senior Technical Writer to play a key role in shaping the developer experience at Squarespace through impactful documentation projects. As a member of our collaborative Engineering Technical Writing team, you will have the opportunity to make significant contributions to improve our developer experience.
You Will
Collaborate with software engineers and leaders to gather information and define documentation requirements.
Create clear, accurate, and user-friendly technical content, including API documentation and developer guides.
Coach teams on documentation workflows and technical writing best practices.
Identify and implement improvements to our documentation practices and developer experience.
Within your first three months, you will
Establish strong working relationships with engineers and leaders across Research and Development.
Lead 2-3 documentation projects, contribute content, and identify future deliverables.
Develop your career development plan with your manager.
Who We're Looking For
7+ years of experience as a technical writer creating documentation for a developer audience.
Proven experience in delivering complex documentation projects on a large scale.
Exceptional English writing and communication skills.
Experience working alongside software engineers using similar tools and development methodologies, including docs as code.
A passion for learning new technical concepts and software products quickly.
The ability to translate complex ideas into logical steps for the intended audience.
Experience working effectively with remote and distributed teams.
A commitment to fostering a culture of inclusion, collaboration, and trust.
Benefits & Perks
Health insurance with 100% covered premiums for you and your dependent children
Fertility and adoption benefits
Headspace mindfulness app subscription
Global Employee Assistance Program
Pension benefits with employer match
Flexible paid time off
Up to 20 weeks of full pay for birth parent and non-birth parent leave
20 weeks of pay to care for an ill family member
Education reimbursement
Employee donation match to community organizations
8 Global Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
Free lunch and snacks
Close proximity to cultural landmarks such as Dublin Castle and St. Patrick's Cathedral
How to Apply Interested in this position? Please submit your resume and cover letter through the application portal.
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