Technical Writer

Liferay is a uniquely profitable B2B enterprise software company with 1,000+ employees across the globe. A renowned provider of open source technologies, we empower businesses worldwide to solve complex digital challenges. Our platform unites Liferay DXP with cloud capabilities, built‑in analytics, and commerce functionality, reducing time to market and accelerating innovation. Our customer roster includes global companies such as Airbus, US Bank, Honda, and Desjardins.

But we don’t just make awesome software; we are fueled by a greater‑than‑profit vision. By building a vibrant business, making technology useful, and investing in communities, we enable people to reach their full potential to serve others. This commitment extends beyond our product;
Liferay donates 10 % of our profits to charities worldwide. We are also self‑funded, giving us the freedom to work on the projects that bring the most value to customers and communities in the long run.

Liferay seeks motivated, independent, and servant‑hearted Technical Writers to organize, write, and revise documentation and training materials. Technical Writers work directly with their manager and technical staff to produce learning content for publication, to assess and revise existing content, and to participate in tactical decision‑making. The role also collaborates with other Technical Writers and with relevant Enablement and product team members.

The ideal candidate loves technology, communicates effectively, is detail‑oriented, self‑motivated, flexible, adaptable, and a team player.

• Develop and maintain comprehensive product documentation, ensuring it is clear, accurate, and up‑to‑date.
• Plan, create, and maintain courses for developers and business users.
• Collaborate with software developers and solution architects to ensure technical accuracy and alignment with best practices.
• Engage with the Liferay community to identify learning gaps, gather feedback, and continuously improve all educational content.

• 2+ years of professional experience in technical writing, curriculum development, online publishing, or similar roles focused on creating educational content.
• Strong verbal and written command of the English language with a proven ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly and concisely.
• Experience working in collaborative cross‑functional environments that include technical and business‑facing team members.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.

• Working knowledge of Markdown, Git, and Git Hub.
• Ability to read and understand source code written in Java and/or JavaScript.
• Experience as a software developer in Java and/or JavaScript.
• Experience creating educational media such as video, audio, graphics.
• Experience helping others learn technical topics.

• Salary package with competitive benefits according to qualifications and experience.
• Opportunities to take responsibility, grow professionally, and stay nerdy.
• A positive and collaborative work culture.
• Working at a leading open‑source company.

Liferay is committed to the equal treatment of all candidates, customers, and employees and to fostering a culture of dignity  operating procedure provides for equal opportunities in recruitment and employment with the aim to eliminate discrimination against any job applicant or employee on the basis of race, age, sexual orientation, gender, religion or beliefs, marital or civil partnerships status, family or dependency status, disability, pregnancy and maternity or membership of a traveling community.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

• Software Development

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