Cloud Platfom Technical Writer

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At Cloudera, we empower people to transform complex data into clear and actionable insights. With as much data under management as the hyperscalers, we're the preferred data partner for the top companies in almost every industry.  Powered by the relentless innovation of the open source community, Cloudera advances digital transformation for the world’s largest enterprises.

At Cloudera, we empower people to transform complex data into clear and actionable insights. Powered by the relentless innovation of the open source community, Cloudera advances digital transformation for the world’s largest enterprises.

Cloudera delivers a modern data management and analytics platform built on an enterprise data cloud and the latest open source technologies. The world’s leading organizations trust Cloudera to help solve their most challenging business problems with Cloudera Enterprise, the fastest, easiest and most secure data platform available for the modern world. Our customers efficiently capture, store, process and analyze vast amounts of data, empowering them to use advanced analytics to drive business decisions quickly, flexibly, and at lower cost than has been possible before. To ensure our customers are successful, we offer comprehensive support, training and professional services. Learn more at cloudera.com.

Are you a talented, experienced technical writer who loves to write about highly technical 

subjects and is known for your excellent technical writing skills? Are you customer orientated and passionate about making sure your documentation helps your customers successfully do their jobs? Would you like to work at a rapidly growing company with smart, hardworking, and friendly support engine

ers and software developers? Cloudera is looking for an excellent technical writer who can write high-quality documentation that enables our customers to use Cloudera enterprise applications to manage large data clusters. If you’re passionate about creating high-quality technical content and enjoy working with cutting-edge technology, we’d love to hear from you!

As a Technical Writer you will…

• Create clear, concise, and user-focused technical content, including installation guides, how-to articles, administration documentation.

• Test software to understand product functionality, validate procedures, and contribute to usability improvements.

• Publish content using Cloudera’s Content Development tools and infrastructure.

We are excited about you if you have…

• 3+ years of experience writing technical documentation for enterprise software; experience with cloud solutions is a plus.

• Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into user-friendly documentation.

• Experience using a DITA XML-based authoring tool such as oXygen XML.

• Hands-on experience with source control or content management tools like Git or Perforce.

• Familiarity with IT operations, data cluster management, or experience performing related tasks.

• Proficiency in Linux (Red Hat Enterprise, Ubuntu, or SUSE).

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to gather information from subject matter experts through various methods.

• A flexible and adaptable mindset, capable of handling evolving responsibilities, tools, and requirements.

• The ability to quickly learn new technical subjects.

• A self-starter approach, thriving in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with minimal supervision.

• The ability to work effectively across time zones with distributed teams.

What you can expect from us:

• Generous PTO Policy 

• Support work life balance with Unplugged Days 

• Flexible WFH Policy 

• Mental & Physical Wellness programs 

• Phone/Internet Reimbursement program 

• Access to Continued Career Development 

• Comprehensive Benefits 

• Competitive Packages

• Paid Volunteer Time 

• Employee Resource Groups 

Cloudera is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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What you can expect from us:

• Generous PTO Policy 

• Support work life balance with Unplugged Days

• Flexible WFH Policy 

• Mental & Physical Wellness programs 

• Phone and Internet Reimbursement program 

• Access to Continued Career Development 

• Comprehensive Benefits and Competitive Packages 

• Paid Volunteer Time

• Employee Resource Groups

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