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Documentation Engineer / Technical Writer

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses through social technology and immersive experiences.
$95,000 - $138,000
Backend
Mid-Level Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
2+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · AR/VR
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Description For Documentation Engineer / Technical Writer

Meta is seeking a Documentation Engineer/Technical Writer to join their team responsible for maintaining and creating high-quality documentation for internal technologies. As part of Meta's mission to build technologies that connect people and enable immersive experiences, this role combines technical writing expertise with hands-on programming skills. The position involves working closely with engineering teams to document internal tools, platforms, and processes while ensuring content accuracy and accessibility.

The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in both technical writing and programming, with the ability to create clear, structured documentation and code samples. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies across Meta's portfolio of products, including social media platforms and AR/VR initiatives. The position requires collaboration with various teams and the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, user-friendly documentation.

The role offers competitive compensation ranging from $95,000 to $138,000 annually, plus additional benefits, bonus, and equity opportunities. Meta provides a collaborative environment where technical writers can contribute to the development of next-generation social technologies while working with some of the industry's most innovative teams. This position is ideal for someone who combines technical acumen with strong communication skills and has a passion for making complex technologies accessible through clear, comprehensive documentation.

Last updated 5 months ago

Responsibilities For Documentation Engineer / Technical Writer

  • Create and maintain documentation for internal technologies, tools, and platforms
  • Work closely with engineering, product, and support teams to ensure content quality
  • Design, write, and edit technical and process documentation
  • Create and maintain code sample fragments and sample applications

Requirements For Documentation Engineer / Technical Writer

JavaScript
Java
PHP
Python
  • BA/BS degree in computer science, technical writing, physics, mathematics, or chemistry or equivalent experience
  • 2+ years experience in writing, technical documentation, and/or developer outreach
  • 2+ years experience with a programming language (JavaScript, Objective-C, Java, PHP, Python, etc.)
  • Experience writing, proofreading and editing
  • Experience programming, using command-line, and working with prototypes
  • Experience producing and organizing content with logical flow
  • Experience meeting multiple deadlines

Benefits For Documentation Engineer / Technical Writer

Equity
Medical Insurance
  • Equity
  • Medical Insurance
  • Bonus

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