Associate Technical Writer (Customer Content team)
@ Lightspeed Commerce

Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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Posted 4 days ago

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About the Role

Lightspeed Commerce is seeking an Associate Technical Writer for their Customer Content team in Montreal. In this role, you will collaborate with a global team of 8 content professionals across Canada, New Zealand, and the Philippines, working alongside subject matter experts to research, write, edit, translate, upload, publish, localize, and maintain self-serve content for retail help centers and other portals.

Key Responsibilities

  • Research and write self-serve content in French and English.
  • Edit, translate, upload, publish and localize content.
  • Manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
  • Communicate effectively across global time zones.
  • Participate in peer review, self-learning, and process improvement.

Qualifications

This entry-level role requires:

  • Exceptional written and verbal skills in French and English.
  • Experience in technical writing or similar content roles.
  • Proficiency in writing and translating technical content.
  • Experience with KMS/CMS tools and basic HTML coding.
  • Bonus: Experience with localization tools.

What You'll Enjoy

A flexible work environment with hybrid scheduling (3 days in-office in Montreal's Old Port), competitive benefits including flexible PTO, equity options, pension contributions, training, health and wellness credits, and more.

About Lightspeed Commerce

Founded in 2005 in Montreal, Quebec, Lightspeed Commerce powers global businesses with a unified commerce platform. Dual-listed on NYSE and TSX, the company supports merchants in over 100 countries, transforming how retailers operate both online and in physical stores.

Key skills/competency

Associate Technical Writer, technical writing, content localization, French, English, CMS, HTML, translation, editing, research

How to Get Hired at Lightspeed Commerce

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Research Lightspeed Commerce's culture: Study their mission, values, and global presence.
  • Customize your resume: Highlight bilingual technical writing and CMS skills.
  • Tailor your cover letter: Emphasize collaboration and project management.
  • Prepare for interviews: Practice technical and behavioral responses.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review CMS and basic HTML skills.
Practice bilingual technical document creation.
Test localization tool functionalities.
Study industry-specific content guidelines.

Behavioral Questions

Describe managing multiple deadlines effectively.
Explain collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Share examples of bilingual communication challenges.
Discuss handling feedback in peer reviews.

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