Technical Writer: Documentation Polish & Information Architecture (Contract) at Anthropic

San Francisco, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
AI, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • 2-4 years of technical writing or content editing experience, ideally in developer-facing environments
  • A strong editorial eye and genuine passion for clear, user-centered writing
  • Experience with information architecture principles and content organization strategies
  • Comfort working with technical material (ability to understand and clarify technical concepts; no coding required)
  • Familiarity with documentation tools like Markdown, Git, and content management systems
  • Strong attention to detail and consistency
  • Ability to work independently and manage own priorities
  • Collaborative approach and willingness to work with subject matter experts
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field

Responsibilities

  • Review and rewrite existing documentation to improve clarity, readability, and user comprehension
  • Identify and fix information architecture issues—reorganizing content so users can actually find what they need
  • Establish and maintain consistency in voice, style, and formatting across documentation
  • Create and refine style guide, templates, and documentation standards
  • Work through documentation backlogs to polish and update existing content
  • Conduct content audits to identify gaps, redundancies, and opportunities for improvement
  • Collaborate with technical writers and engineers to understand technical concepts well enough to explain them more clearly
  • Gather user feedback and identify patterns in where documentation falls short

Skills

Technical Writing
Documentation
Information Architecture
Content Editing
Style Guides
Content Audits
Developer Documentation

Anthropic

Develops reliable and interpretable AI systems

About Anthropic

Anthropic focuses on creating reliable and interpretable AI systems. Its main product, Claude, serves as an AI assistant that can manage tasks for clients across various industries. Claude utilizes advanced techniques in natural language processing, reinforcement learning, and code generation to perform its functions effectively. What sets Anthropic apart from its competitors is its emphasis on making AI systems that are not only powerful but also understandable and controllable by users. The company's goal is to enhance operational efficiency and improve decision-making for its clients through the deployment and licensing of its AI technologies.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2021Year Founded
$11,482.1MTotal Funding
GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage
Enterprise Software, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Flexible Work Hours
Paid Vacation
Parental Leave
Hybrid Work Options
Company Equity

Risks

Ongoing lawsuit with Concord Music Group could lead to financial liabilities.
Technological lag behind competitors like OpenAI may impact market position.
Reliance on substantial funding rounds may indicate financial instability.

Differentiation

Anthropic focuses on AI safety, contrasting with competitors' commercial priorities.
Claude, Anthropic's AI assistant, is designed for tasks of any scale.
Partnerships with tech giants like Panasonic and Amazon enhance Anthropic's strategic positioning.

Upsides

Anthropic's $60 billion valuation reflects strong investor confidence and growth potential.
Collaborations like the Umi app with Panasonic tap into the growing wellness AI market.
Focus on AI safety aligns with increasing industry emphasis on ethical AI development.

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