Technical Writer II (Quantum Computing)

TL;DR

Technical Writer II (Quantum Computing): Creating and maintaining comprehensive customer-facing technical documentation for quantum computing systems and software with an accent on API references, SDK guides, and hardware documentation. Focus on collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams to translate complex technical concepts into clear, user-friendly content using Docs-as-Code methodologies.

Location: Burnaby, Canada

Salary: $84,000 - $115,000 CAD per year

Company

A leader in the development and delivery of quantum computing systems, software, and services, providing enterprise-grade quantum solutions to global organizations.

What you will do

• Produce high-quality technical documentation including API references, user guides, and code examples.
• Partner with software, hardware, and product teams to ensure content accuracy and alignment with product functionality.
• Participate in the product development lifecycle to plan and deliver documentation for new releases.
• Identify and resolve documentation gaps and inconsistencies using tools like Git and Jira.
• Define and improve documentation management processes, standards, and best practices.
• Review and edit peer content to maintain quality, clarity, and consistency.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, Physics, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of experience as a technical writer for software or technical audiences.
• Proficiency in Python.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into user-friendly documentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to independently manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work on schedule.

Nice to have

• Experience with Docs-as-Code methodologies and Git-based workflows.
• Experience with HTML, CSS, and markup languages like Markdown or reStructuredText.
• Experience producing hardware documentation or UI/UX design principles.
• Experience with documentation translation, accessibility standards, or metrics analysis.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive pay and company ownership opportunities.
• Commitment to diverse perspectives and inclusive work environment.
• Focus on professional growth and empowerment through coaching and leadership.
• Opportunity to work at the forefront of quantum computing innovation.