Senior Technical Writer
ArangoDB
full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: Germany
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About the role
- Create, update, and maintain high-quality documentation for Arango’s products (AI Suite, Data Platform, ArangoDB core)
- Translate complex concepts into clear technical content (getting started guides, how-to guides, tutorials, integration guides, hands-on labs, release notes, etc.)
- Document REST APIs using OpenAPI/Swagger specifications
- Partner closely with Engineering, Product, and Marketing teams to document new features, ensuring accuracy and technical depth
- Manage the documentation lifecycle using GitHub, Markdown, and static site generators (Hugo)
Requirements
- 3-5 years of experience in technical writing for complex technologies
- Proven ability to produce well-structured, clear, and accurate documentation in English
- Proficiency with Markdown, Git/GitHub, and static site generators (specifically Hugo)
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines for automated doc builds
- Experience with HTML/CSS
- Proven experience documenting REST APIs
- Ability to read code (like Python, cURL/API) to create code samples and examples
- Comfortable working in terminal environments and using Docker
- Strong technical understanding of database systems, APIs, software development, machine learning, and distributed computing
- Creating videos and architectural diagrams to illustrate complex concepts
- Experience using Google Analytics or Algolia search data to optimize documentation discovery.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation plan
- Uncapped variable earnings
- Meaningful career growth opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
technical writingdocumentationREST APIsMarkdownGitGitHubstatic site generatorsHTMLCSSCI/CD
Soft skills
clear communicationcollaborationattention to detailtechnical understanding