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Software and Documentation Engineer

DevDocs builds documentation and docs tooling for major clients like Qualcomm, American Express, and C3 AI.
$83,200 - $156,000
Backend
Mid-Level Software Engineer
Remote
1 - 10 Employees
4+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS

Job Description

DevDocs is an innovative remote-first company that specializes in creating documentation and documentation tooling for major enterprise clients including Qualcomm, American Express, and C3 AI. This unique role combines software engineering with technical documentation expertise, perfect for those who love both coding and explaining complex systems.

As a Software and Documentation Engineer, you'll be part of a close-knit team of technical experts who do more than just write documentation. You'll be responsible for deeply understanding client products, consulting on technical challenges, and designing automated documentation systems. The role requires a perfect blend of technical expertise, communication skills, and problem-solving ability.

The position offers an attractive compensation package ranging from $83,200 to $156,000 annually (calculated from the hourly rate of $40-75), along with significant benefits including a flexible remote work environment, true work-life balance with a strict 40-hour work week, and dedicated resources for professional development through a monthly learning stipend.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone with 4+ years of technical experience who enjoys both engineering and documentation. You'll have the freedom to innovate, create tools, and implement AI workflows while making complex technical concepts accessible. The company culture emphasizes real ownership of projects, continuous learning, and career growth opportunities.

What makes this role special is the combination of technical challenge and creative problem-solving. You'll be working with cutting-edge technologies while building systems that make documentation more efficient and effective. The position offers the unique opportunity to shape how technical knowledge is structured and shared while working with prestigious clients in a flexible, remote environment.

Last updated 4 months ago

Responsibilities For Software and Documentation Engineer

  • Understand and learn new technologies quickly
  • Build tools and AI workflows for documentation processes
  • Write important documentation
  • Design and improve knowledge structures
  • Conduct detailed analysis and simplification of complex systems
  • Improve DevDocs processes and tooling

Requirements For Software and Documentation Engineer

  • Fast learner who can figure things out independently
  • Clear and direct communication skills
  • Engineering mindset and problem-solving ability
  • Experience working with clients or stakeholders
  • Project building experience
  • 4+ years in software, hardware, or technical field
  • Degree in CS, engineering, physics, or equivalent experience
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S. or Canada
  • Must be fluent in English

Benefits For Software and Documentation Engineer

Education Budget
  • Remote work with U.S. timezone overlap
  • 40-hour work week
  • Project ownership
  • Learning budget and dedicated time
  • Career growth opportunities
  • Monthly learning stipend
  • Regular raises (after 6-12 months)