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.
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
- 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 hands-on experience with SDKs and competence with at least one of the Native Maps SDK programming languages - Swift, Kotlin, Flutter, .NET, or Qt
- 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
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Bachelor’s degree in GIS, computer science, or a related field
Recommended Qualifications
- Experience with technical writing and/or blog content
- Master’s degree in GIS, computer science, or a related field
Total Rewards
Esri’s competitive total rewards strategy includes industry-leading health and welfare benefits: medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance for employees (and their families), 401(k) and profit-sharing programs, minimum accrual of 80 hours of vacation leave, twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Base salary is one component of our total rewards strategy. Compensation decisions and the base range for this role take into account many factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.
The Company
At Esri, diversity is more than just a word on a map. When employees of different experiences, perspectives, backgrounds, and cultures come together, we are more innovative and ultimately a better place to work. We believe in having a diverse workforce that is unified under our mission of creating positive global change. We understand that diversity, equity, and inclusion is not a destination but an ongoing process. We are committed to the continuation of learning, growing, and changing our workplace so every employee can contribute to their life’s best work. Our commitment to these principles extends to the global communities we serve by creating positive change with GIS technology. For more information on Esri’s Racial Equity and Social Justice initiatives, please visit our website here.
If you don’t meet all of the preferred qualifications for this position, we encourage you to still apply!
Esri is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.
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