Senior Technical Writer - Developer

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Hiring Remotely in United States
Remote
Senior level
Artificial Intelligence • Information Technology • Software
We’re making it easier for businesses to connect with their customers and teams.
The Role
The Senior Technical Writer will manage developer documentation, ensuring clarity and usability for both internal and external audiences. Key responsibilities include creating integration guides, API documentation, measuring documentation engagement, and collaborating closely with engineering teams to align technical content with current standards and practices. This role involves establishing documentation standards and setting a long-term vision for improving developer experiences.
Summary Generated by Built In
Redefine the future of customer experiences. One conversation at a time.

We’re changing the game with a first-of-its-kind, conversation-centric platform that unifies team collaboration and customer experience in one place. Powered by AI, built by amazing humans.

Our culture is forward-thinking, customer-obsessed and built on an unwavering belief that connection fuels business and life; connections to our customers with our signature Amazing Service®, our products and services, and most importantly, each other. Since 2008, 100,000+ companies and 1M+ users rely on Nextiva for customer and team communication.

If you’re ready to collaborate and create with amazing people, let your personality shine and be on the frontlines of helping businesses deliver amazing experiences, you’re in the right place. 

Build Amazing - Deliver Amazing - Live Amazing - Be Amazing

Summary 

We are looking for a Senior Technical Writer, talented as a developer documentation specialist with strong technical skills, and a strong sense of developer needs, combining vision, entrepreneurship. This individual will be instrumental in scaling our technical documentation platform and improving the quality, clarity, and usability of our technical documentation for developers worldwide.  

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Own the developer documentation for internal and external development teams who are building experiences and extending our platform.  Including: system architecture documents, integration guides, API documentation, and troubleshooting guides, etc. 
  • Craft content to help developers understand the fundamentals of the platform. 
  • Craft onboarding guides to help internal and external developers quickly get up to speed. 
  • Work closely with Developer Ecosystem engineering to ensure API and SDK reference documentation is clear and usable by internal and external engineers. 
  • Craft recipes so developers can quickly perform common jobs. 
  • Integrate with the capabilities of the documentation platform to allow internal and external developers to ‘try’ the API  
  • Measure the engagement of the documentation and determine where to invest to improve core developer engagement KPIs. 
  • Coordinate cross-functionally and align day-to-day priorities with high-level Product delivery and execution strategy. 
  • Participate in code reviews to ensure documentation reflects current coding standards, structures, and changes. 
  • Develop systems and procedures designed to enhance the productivity of our Technical Writer team and scale their impact.  Develop and enforce technical documentation standards, ensuring clarity, consistency, and adherence to best practices. 
  • Set a 3 year vision for technical documentation and developer experience.  Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies, tools, and platforms in the areas of architecture, transaction processing, and telephony systems to continuously improve documentation quality. 
  • Include in documentation: applicable screenshots with labels and deep descriptions, logical flow diagrams, decisioning algorithms, rule engines, and their integration with business processes 
  • Produce well-written release notes on new features calling out interdependencies and replacement of previous capabilities. 
  • Produce benchmarking data describing the capacities of features and platform overall. 
  • Regardless of management and reporting this individual will be integral to the Product & Technology team and part of the overall software development lifecycle. 

Requirements 

  • At least 2+ years of experience with a programming language such as JavaScript, React, or Python 
  • Bachelor’s degree in Technical Writing, Computer Science, related field, or equivalent work experience 
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in technical writing in a software development environment. 
  • Technical domain expertise, Telephony Systems: Experience creating and maintaining technical content related to telephony infrastructure, including call flow, routing, VoIP protocols, and hardware components. 
  • Strong written and spoken communication skills. 
  • Experience ideating, innovating, and improving technology platforms (especially documentation platforms) 
  • Expertise working closely with engineering and product teams to shape a developer experience around documentation 
  • Expertise in collaborating with cross-functional partners 
  • Deep understanding of developers, developer technologies, and developer communities 

Nextiva Core Competencies / DNA:

  • Drives Results:  The successful candidate will be action oriented, with a passion for solving problems.  They will bring clarity and simplicity to ambiguous situations.  This individual will challenge the status quo; asking what we can do differently and finding ways to create and build more success.  They are a change agent, prepared to lead and drive changes as we transform. 
  • Critical Thinker:  The successful candidate is fact based and data driven, able to understand and articulate the “why,” identifying key drivers and learning from the past.  They are forward-thinking, anticipating problems before they arise.  They’ll recommend and action well thought out solutions, understanding the risks and dependencies. 
  • Right Attitude:  The successful candidate will be team-oriented, collaborative and competitive with a winning mindset; they’re resilient and able to easily bounce back from setbacks.  They will be able to zoom in / out, willing to be hands-on to help solve important problems while being a motivating figure for the team along the way.  They will embrace a culture of service and learning with a focus on caring, supporting and respecting our customers and team members.

Total Rewards 

Our Total Rewards offerings are designed to allow Nexties to take care of themselves and their families so they can be their best, in and out of the office. 

Our compensation packages are tailored to each role and candidate's qualifications. We consider a wide range of factors, including skills, experience, training, and certifications, when determining compensation. We aim to offer competitive salaries or wages that reflect the value you bring to our team. Depending on the position, compensation may include base salary and/or hourly wages, incentives, or bonuses. 

For VP/EXEC roles (remove if not applicable & remove header): 

The expected hiring range is $X-$Y, including annual income incentive compensation.  

For Non-Sales roles (remove if not applicable & remove header): 

The expected hiring range is $X-$Y. A different level in the job hierarchy may apply to a specific candidate, resulting in a different hiring range. 

For Sales Roles (remove if not applicable & remove header): 

The expected hiring range is $X-$Y, including annualized base salary and annualized target sales incentive. Some sales roles are paid hourly with overtime eligibility. A different level in the job hierarchy may apply to a specific candidate, resulting in a different hiring range. 

  • Health 🍏 - Multiple health plan options to suit your needs, including medical, dental, vision, and telemedicine coverage 
  • Insurance 💼 - Life, disability, and supplemental indemnity plans 
  • Work-Life Balance ⚖️ - Flexible Time Off (FTO) for salaried employees, PTO for hourly employees, Paid Sick Time (PST), paid parental bonding leave, and paid holidays 
  • Financial Security 💰 -  401(k) with company match, Health Savings Accounts with company contributions, Dependent Care FSA 
  • Wellness 🤸‍ - Employee Assistance Program and comprehensive wellness initiatives 
  • Growth 🌱 - Access to ongoing learning and development opportunities and career advancement 

At Nextiva, we're committed to supporting our employees' health, well-being, and professional growth. Join us and build a rewarding career! 

Interested in joining our amazing team at Nextiva HQ? Apply today as we launch the future of business conversations! 🚀

Established in 2008 and headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, Nextiva secured $200M from Goldman Sachs in late 2021, valuing the company at $2.7B.To check out what’s going on at Nextiva, check us out on Instagram, Instagram (MX), YouTube, LinkedIn, and the Nextiva blog. 

Nextiva is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Nextiva participates in the E-Verify Program where and as required by law. For additional information about E-Verify visit USCIS

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The Company
Scottsdale, AZ
1,500 Employees
Hybrid Workplace
Year Founded: 2006

What We Do

Nextiva is a communications company that helps businesses build deeper connections with their customers. Nextiva combines communication channels — voice, video, collaboration, SMS, and surveys — to help businesses access the information they need at the right time to know their customers and drive business results.

Recognition and Awards
2022 | Comparably’s Best Leadership Team
2022 | Comparably’s Best CEOs for Women
2022 | Comparably’s Best Global Company Culture
2022 | Comparably’s Best Places to Work in Phoenix
2021 | LinkedIn Employee Engagement Champion
2021 | Comparably’s Best Compensation
2021 | Comparably’s Best Company Culture
2021 | Comparably’s Best CEO
U.S. News & World Report: Best Business Phone Service of 2020
2020 | Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service - Gold, Bronze, and Silver
2020 | Phoenix Business Journal Largest Phoenix-Area Software Firm
2019 | U.S. News & World Report Best Overall Business Phone Service
2019 | Glassdoor Top 100 Best Places to Work
2019 | Comparably’s Best Compensation
2019 | Comparably’s Best Company Outlook
2019 | Comparably’s Best Product Team
2019 | Comparably’s Best Marketing Team
2019 | Frost & Sullivan Customer Value Leadership
2019 | Gartner Peer Insights Voice of the Customer
2019 | Deloitte Technology Fast 500
2019 | azcentral.com Top Companies to Work For in Arizona
2019 | Phoenix Business Journal Healthiest Employer
2019, 2018 | Phoenix Business Journal Largest Software Firm in Phoenix
2018 | Spirit of Enterprise - ASU
2018 | Aragon Globe Innovator - Aragon Research
2018 | Mobile VoIP App of the Year - Mobile Breakthrough Awards
2018 | Comparably’s Best Company Culture


Why Work With Us

Our values are simple: Caring, Forward-thinking, and Simplicity.
_ We deeply care about people and our mission.
_ We dream big and work hard together towards it.
_ We strive to make life easier for people.

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