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Entry-Level Technical Writer - AI & Open Source
- IBM (San Jose, CA)
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Introduction
A career in IBM Software means you’ll be part of a team that transforms our customer’s challenges into solutions.
Seeking new possibilities and always staying curious, we are a team dedicated to creating the world’s leading AI-powered, cloud-native software solutions for our customers. Our renowned legacy creates endless global opportunities for our IBMers, so the door is always open for those who want to grow their career.
IBM’s product and technology landscape includes Research, Software, and Infrastructure. Entering this domain positions you at the heart of IBM, where growth and innovation thrive.
Your role and responsibilities
IBM is looking for a detail-oriented and curious Entry-Level Technical Writer to help developers
learn and succeed with our strategic AI products and open-source projects. In this role, you’ll
create clear, accurate, and engaging documentation that guides developers from getting started
to mastering advanced use cases.
You’ll collaborate with engineers, product managers, and developer advocates to ensure our
documentation is technically sound, easy to follow, and aligned with real-world developer
workflows
Key Responsibilities:
Write Developer-Focused Documentation: Create and maintain tutorials, API
references, conceptual guides, and troubleshooting content for IBM’s AI offerings and
open-source tools.
Simplify Complex Concepts: Translate technical information into clear, concise, and
accessible content for developers of varying skill levels.
Collaborate with Technical Teams: Work closely with engineering, product, and
advocacy teams to gather information, validate accuracy, and stay aligned with product
updates.
Support the Developer Journey: Ensure documentation covers the full developer
experience—from onboarding and setup to advanced integrations and optimization.
Improve Content Continuously: Monitor feedback channels, analyze usage data, and
iterate on documentation to improve clarity, completeness, and usability.
Contribute to Open Source: Participate in documentation efforts for open-source
projects, including README files, contribution guides, and community wikis.
Why Join Us
Help shape the developer experience for cutting-edge AI and open-source technologies.
Collaborate with world-class engineers and advocates in a supportive environment.
Grow your career in technical writing and developer enablement.
Enjoy a culture of innovation, inclusion, and continuous learning
Required technical and professional expertise
Strong writing and editing skills with a focus on clarity, structure, and developer empathy
Basic understanding of programming languages (e.g., Python, JavaScript) and software development workflows
Familiarity with AI/ML concepts and open-source ecosystems
Ability to work independently and manage multiple documentation projects
Experience using documentation tools such as Markdown, Git, and static site generators (e.g., Docusaurus, MkDocs)
Strong communication skills
Passion for hands-on learning
Preferred technical and professional experience
Experience writing for APIs, SDKs, or developer tools
Familiarity with IBM technologies (e.g., watsonx, IBM Cloud, Red Hat)
Understanding of version control systems and collaborative development practices
Exposure to user research or usability testing for documentation
IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
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