Join a distributed open-source team to create comprehensive technical documentation for Percona Distribution for PostgreSQL. You will develop guides, manuals, and man pages using a docs-as-code methodology in collaboration with engineering and product teams. Requires 3+ years of technical writing experience, proficiency in Linux, and experience with markup languages.
Key Highlights
Adopts a docs-as-code methodology using version-controlled environments
Embedded within the PostgreSQL team while collaborating with a global Product Documentation team
Focuses on high-quality, user-oriented documentation for complex database systems
Key Responsibilities
Create technical documentation including install, configuration, troubleshooting guides, how-tos, user manuals, and man pages
Collaborate with Engineering Managers, Product Managers, Developers, and QA to ensure high-quality output
Use text, markdown, images, and diagrams to make documentation accessible to all experience levels
Leverage AI tooling to draft, polish, format, and refine content
Maintain documentation versioning and contribute to the overall documentation strategy
Participate in team ceremonies and collaborate with open source communities via mailing lists and Slack
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Technical Skills Required
Technical Writing
Linux
Markdown
Benefits & Perks
Remote-first work environment
Flexible work hours
Paid time off programs
Home office equipment
Career development funds
Connectivity allowances
Equity incentive plan
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Nice to Have
Developer or DevOps background
Track record of contributing to PostgreSQL or other open source projects
Understanding of PostgreSQL internals
Knowledge of database storage engines, at-rest encryption, and cloud orchestration
Ability to build automated documentation testing and CI/CD pipelines
Experience as a conference speaker or technical blog writer
Job Description
We are looking for a talented and flexible Technical Writer to join one of our distributed open-source software development teams. You will work on the PostgreSQL database and related components, in close collaboration with our dedicated PostgreSQL team.Percona Distribution for PostgreSQL brings together essential enterprise components from the broader PostgreSQL open-source community into a single, integrated distribution designed and tested to ensure compatibility.
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