JOB DETAILS
Technical Writer
CompanyRemote Recruitment
LocationSouth Africa
Work ModeRemote
PostedMay 16, 2026

About The Company
We believe great talent knows no borders. At Remote Recruitment, we empower South African professionals by connecting them with exciting career opportunities across the globe. Our goal is to help international companies thrive with dedicated, skilled remote teams, backed by our commitment to collaboration, integrity, and growth.
About the Role
Job Overview
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Technical Writer to support a UK-based employer in creating clear and accurate technical documentation for products and processes. This role is ideal for a South African professional who is organised, proactive, and confident working with UK teams remotely.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and support the creation of user guides, API documentation, and internal knowledge bases
- Handle editing, formatting, and version control of technical documents and manuals
- Communicate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders across time zones
- Maintain accurate records of documentation updates, review cycles, and publishing schedules
- Use relevant tools such as Confluence, Notion, Markdown editors, and documentation platforms
- Support the wider team with process documentation, release notes, and training materials
- Identify opportunities to simplify complex technical content and improve documentation quality
Qualifications and Experience
- 2+ years of experience in technical writing, content writing, or a related field
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple documentation projects simultaneously
- Proficient in documentation tools such as Confluence, Notion, or similar platforms
- Able to work independently and manage your own time effectively
- High attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving
- Experience working with UK-based clients or employers is advantageous
- Must have a reliable laptop, stable internet connection, and a quiet working environment
Salary: R28,000/month | 100% Remote
Key Skills
Technical WritingAPI DocumentationContent WritingVersion ControlConfluenceNotionMarkdownProcess DocumentationEnglish CommunicationProject Management
Categories
SoftwareTechnologyCreative & Media
Job Information
๐Core Responsibilities
The role involves creating and managing user guides, API documentation, and internal knowledge bases for a UK-based employer. It also requires coordinating with stakeholders across time zones to maintain documentation updates and release notes.
๐Job Type
full time
๐Experience Level
2-5
๐ผCompany Size
152
๐Visa Sponsorship
No
๐ผLanguage
English
๐ขWorking Hours
40 hours
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