Technical Documentation Specialist
Mercor
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Job Description
About Mercor
Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.
Position Overview
Title: Technical Documentation Specialist
Type: Contract
Commitment: 10–20 hours/week
Role Responsibilities
- Review and validate AI-generated API documentation, guides, and design notes.
- Identify edge cases, implementation gaps, and inaccuracies in technical outputs.
- Suggest or write improved code snippets and documentation content.
- Assess model responses for correctness, clarity, and utility in real-world development.
- Provide structured feedback on input validation and error handling logic.
Qualifications
- 2+ years of experience as a software engineer focusing on backend or systems work.
- Proficiency in at least one major programming language (e.g., Python, Go, Java).
- Experience writing or maintaining technical documentation or API guides.
- Strong understanding of input validation, defensive programming, and software design patterns.
- Excellent written communication and analytical skills.
Application Process
Submit your resume to get started. Complete a short form showcasing your technical expertise. If there’s a good fit, expect follow-up within a few business days.
Resources & Support
For interview process and platform details, visit: Interview Details. For assistance, email: support@mercor.com.
Key skills/competency
- API documentation
- Technical writing
- Code review
- Defensive programming
- Input validation
- Software design
- Backend development
- Communication
- Analytical
- AI integration
How to Get Hired at Mercor
- Research Mercor's culture: Study their mission, investor background and news.
- Customize your resume: Highlight API and backend documentation skills.
- Prepare technical examples: Showcase code and documentation projects.
- Practice clear communication: Emphasize clarity and analytical skills.
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