Solana Technical Writer

Employment Type: Full-Time Location Type: Remote Salary: $112,500 - $125,000 per year (P4 Level)

Position Overview

QuickNode is seeking a talented Solana Technical Writer to join our growing team. In this role, you will be instrumental in shaping how developers learn, build, and succeed within the Solana ecosystem. Your content will be featured on our platform, reaching thousands of developers globally who rely on QuickNode's infrastructure for their Solana applications. You will collaborate closely with engineers, product teams, and ecosystem experts to create technically accurate and comprehensive educational content, making Solana development more accessible and successful for a wide range of users, from Web2 developers transitioning to Web3 to experienced blockchain builders.

Responsibilities

• Write comprehensive instructional guides covering Web3 fundamentals and Solana-specific technologies.
• Build sample applications to demonstrate real-world implementation patterns.
• Develop and maintain API documentation.
• Collaborate with engineers, product teams, and ecosystem experts to gather insights and ensure technical accuracy.
• Maintain and update existing guides to reflect the rapid evolution of the Solana ecosystem and its features.
• Provide constructive feedback on team members' work to ensure coherence and high standards across all content.
• Develop and implement internal style guides and writing standards for consistency in technical content.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in technical writing, developer documentation, or instructional content creation.
• Proficiency in TypeScript and Rust, with the ability to write Solana programs using Anchor or natively.
• Strong knowledge of Web3 fundamentals and blockchain technologies.
• Specific familiarity with Solana concepts, including the account model, instructions and transactions, instruction handlers, PDAs, CPIs, and token extensions.
• Passion for Solana and its ecosystem, with a commitment to staying current with its latest developments.
• Exceptional writing skills with a focus on clarity, accuracy, and simplicity.
• Proven ability to distill complex technical concepts into accessible content.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills for effective cross-functional teamwork.
• Self-starter mentality with the ability to work independently while contributing effectively to team goals.
• Builder and engineer mindset with a focus on implementing efficiencies within content creation processes.
• Experience managing multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor's degree in English, Technical Writing, Computer Science, or a related field is preferred (or equivalent practical experience).

Company Information

QuickNode is a cloud-based infrastructure company powering the blockchain ecosystem. Our mission is to be the indispensable utility that empowers companies and innovators globally to build next-generation, Web3-enabled businesses and applications using blockchain technology. QuickNode is backed by leading investors including Tiger Global, Y Combinator, SoftBank, and the Seven Seven Six Fund. With a global team of over 120 people, we maintain high-performance global data infrastructure for customers, serving billions of requests daily. We are a global remote company with our headquarters in Miami, Florida.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $112,500 - $125,000 per year (level P4). International ranges will be discussed during the hiring process.
• Bonus: Eligible for a quarterly bonus tied to company and individual goal achievement.
• Compensation Philosophy: QuickNode's compensation philosophy emphasizes fair and unbiased compensation, employee-centric total reward offerings, and competitive benefits.
• Factors Considered: Base salary ranges are determined by years of experience, proficiency level, required technical competencies, and location.