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Senior Technical Writer

Kizen
Location
New York, New York, United States
Posted
1 month ago
Department
Engineering
Salary
$125,000-$145,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • At least 5 years of technical writing experience focused on software or technical platforms
  • Bachelor's degree in Communication, English, Journalism, or Computer Science
  • Proven experience documenting InsurTech or insurance-adjacent SaaS products in a regulated industry
  • Experience writing API and developer documentation for SaaS, platform, or enterprise software products
  • Strong understanding of the OpenAPI Specification
  • Ability to read and validate .yaml and .json specification files
Nice to have
  • Experience documenting HealthTech or FinTech SaaS products in a regulated industry
  • Familiarity with AI-driven or ML-powered SaaS products, including comfort documenting agentic workflows, model outputs, or AI-assisted process automation
  • Familiarity with documentation platforms beyond GitBook
  • UX/UI Writing experience
  • Background working in high-growth SaaS
What the job really is

As a Senior Technical Writer at Kizen, you will create high-quality documentation for insurance products, collaborating closely with Product Owners, Engineers, and Solution Architects. Your role will involve translating complex technical concepts into clear documentation, including API guides and developer tutorials, while managing documentation projects and ensuring quality and usability. This position requires a strong understanding of the insurance industry and technical writing experience in regulated environments.

Benefits
  • Career Growth Opportunities
  • Engaging Work Culture
  • Top-Tier Compensation
  • Equity Package
  • Healthcare Coverage
  • Professional Development Stipends
Things to weigh
  • In-office requirement 4 days a week
  • Must reside in the New York Tri-State area
  • No remote work outside of the specified area
  • Base salary range is stated, but may vary based on experience
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