Sr. Product Engineer - ArcGIS Maps SDKs Developer Documentation
About The Position
Overview Do you have a flair for technical writing and a drive to connect with and inspire the developer community? Combine your love for writing with your interest in technology by creating documentation for the ArcGIS Maps SDKs. We're seeking tech-savvy individuals who can empower and educate our users to build cutting-edge mobile and desktop applications. In this role, you'll promote best development practices by writing SDK guides, end-to-end tutorials, API references, and engaging blog content. Esri has a Relocation Assistance Program and can provide support with relocating to the Portland, OR area for this position. Responsibilities Dive into the world of ArcGIS Maps SDKs and empower developers to craft amazing geospatial apps for desktop and mobile Tell the story behind the tech; create clear, helpful guides, tutorials, and API documentation that make complex concepts easy to understand Test new features to ensure new workflows and endpoints are accurately represented for all supported versions and products Work with subject matter experts and stakeholders to distill key concepts from technical details Triage and address customer reported documentation issues Share the love! Connect with our community through blogs, videos, and social media to keep them informed and inspired Be the face of the product and help users succeed by supporting them at conferences and in online forums Requirements 5+ years of experience with technical writing, ideally with developer documentation (API, SDK, and more) Related software development experience, including knowledge of at least one modern programming language commonly used for SDK/API development Ability to pick up new tech concepts quickly; break down complex API into clear, concise, and compelling stories and effectively communicate them Solid understanding of Git and an ability to learn and work with industry-standard content management tools Proven ability to collaborate with subject matter experts to extract and clarify essential concepts from complex technical information Excellent written and verbal communication skills Bachelor’s degree in GIS, computer science, or a related field Recommended Qualifications Hands-on experience with one of the Native Maps SDK programming languages - Swift, Kotlin, Flutter, .NET, or Qt Master’s degree in GIS, computer science, or a related field
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience with technical writing, ideally with developer documentation (API, SDK, and more)
- Related software development experience, including knowledge of at least one modern programming language commonly used for SDK/API development
- Ability to pick up new tech concepts quickly; break down complex API into clear, concise, and compelling stories and effectively communicate them
- Solid understanding of Git and an ability to learn and work with industry-standard content management tools
- Proven ability to collaborate with subject matter experts to extract and clarify essential concepts from complex technical information
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Bachelor’s degree in GIS, computer science, or a related field
Nice To Haves
- Hands-on experience with one of the Native Maps SDK programming languages - Swift, Kotlin, Flutter, .NET, or Qt
- Master’s degree in GIS, computer science, or a related field
Responsibilities
- Dive into the world of ArcGIS Maps SDKs and empower developers to craft amazing geospatial apps for desktop and mobile
- Tell the story behind the tech; create clear, helpful guides, tutorials, and API documentation that make complex concepts easy to understand
- Test new features to ensure new workflows and endpoints are accurately represented for all supported versions and products
- Work with subject matter experts and stakeholders to distill key concepts from technical details
- Triage and address customer reported documentation issues
- Share the love! Connect with our community through blogs, videos, and social media to keep them informed and inspired
- Be the face of the product and help users succeed by supporting them at conferences and in online forums
Benefits
- Esri has a Relocation Assistance Program and can provide support with relocating to the Portland, OR area for this position.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
