Principal Technical Writer

Circle (NYSE: CRCL) is one of the world’s leading internet financial platform companies, building the foundation of a more open, global economy through digital assets, payment applications, and programmable blockchain infrastructure. Circle’s platform includes the world’s largest regulated stablecoin network anchored by USDC, Circle Payments Network for global money movement, and Arc, an enterprise-grade blockchain designed to become the Economic OS for the internet. Enterprises, financial institutions, and developers use Circle to power trusted, internet-scale financial innovation. Learn more at circle.com.
As a Principal Technical Writer on the Arc team, you will own the strategy and execution of developer-facing documentation that enables builders, developers, and partners to effectively use Circle’s products and services. You will work closely with product, engineering, and Developer Relations to create clear, engaging, and technically accurate content that enhances the developer experience and drives adoption of our products. This role requires a deep understanding of developer experience, strong editorial judgment, and the ability to translate technical concepts into accessible and impactful documentation.
What you’ll work on

Create and maintain high-quality developer documentation, including API references, integration guides, and tutorials
Design and improve documentation architecture to optimize usability and developer experience
Partner with product managers and engineers to understand features and translate them into clear documentation
Develop content strategies that support product launches and ongoing feature adoption
Analyze developer feedback and usage data to continuously improve documentation effectiveness
Establish and scale documentation standards, processes, and best practices across cross-functional teams
Review and collaborate with other technical writers to ensure consistency, quality, and clarity across all technical content
What you’ll bring to Circle

Core Requirements

10+ years of experience creating technical documentation for developer audiences
Proven experience writing API documentation, integration guides, and system-level content
Strong understanding of software development concepts, including REST APIs and developer workflows
Experience collaborating cross-functionally with engineering, product, and developer relations teams
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail
Ability to independently lead complex documentation initiatives from concept to delivery
Familiarity with a docs-as-code process and tools such as Git, GitHub, and modern documentation platforms
Preferred Requirements

Experience in blockchain, crypto, or fintech ecosystems
Coding ability in TypeScript, JavaScript, or Python
Compensation

Base Pay Range: $185,000 - $237,500. Compensation may differ for candidates in other locations.
Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, or any other protected status required by the laws in the locations where we hire. Additionally, Circle participates in the E-Verify Program in certain locations, as required by law. Should you require accommodations or assistance in our interview process because of a disability, please reach out to accommodations@circle.com for support. We respect your privacy and will connect with you separately from our interview process to accommodate your needs.

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