Job Information

Job Opening ID

ZR_1733_JOB

Industry

Back-end Development

City

Dubai

Country

United Arab Emirates

As a Technical Writer at Deriv, you will play a critical role in improving the quality, clarity, completeness, and organisation of our API documentation. Your primary responsibilities will include working closely with our development teams to create user-friendly and comprehensive documentation, ensuring that developers can seamlessly integrate our API into their applications.

Your challenges

• Collaborate with the development team to understand the technical aspects of the API and its features.

• Create, edit, and maintain clear and concise API documentation that meets industry standards and best practices.

• Develop code examples, usage scenarios, and tutorials to assist developers in using our API effectively.

• Ensure that the documentation is well-structured, free from grammatical errors, and maintains a consistent style.

• Review and update existing documentation to improve accuracy and completeness.

• Update the documentation regularly to keep it aligned with API updates and enhancements.

• Work closely with the developer community to gather feedback and address their specific documentation needs.

• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in API documentation.

What you have

• Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s or Master\xe2\x80\x99s degree in a technical domain

• Proven experience as a Technical Writer, specifically in API documentation

• Strong understanding of software development, APIs, and related technologies

• Excellent writing and editing skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts in a clear and concise manner

• Proficiency in documentation tools and platforms, such as Markdown, Git, DocuWare, or similar

• Familiarity with version control and content management systems

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality documentation

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

What\xe2\x80\x99s good to have

• Experience with developer-focused content and understanding of developer needs

• Knowledge of API design principles and RESTful API concepts

• Experience in an Agile or Scrum environment

• Familiarity with SEO and content optimisation for web-based documentation

Benefits

• Market-based salary

• Annual performance bonus

• Medical insurance

• Housing and transportation allowance

• Casual dress code

• Work permit

• A chance to work with top talent from across the globe (70+ nationalities)

• Ample team-building and bonding activities

• Great overseas travel opportunities

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