Full-Time

Technical Writer

Updated on 12/3/2024

HUMAN

HUMAN

201-500 employees

Cybersecurity solutions against bot attacks

Cybersecurity

Compensation Overview

$120k - $160kAnnually

+ Bonus + Incentives

Mid

United States

Hybrid position in the United States.

Category
Technical Writing
Content & Writing
Required Skills
Agile
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, English, Technical Writing, or a related field
  • Proven experience (3 years) in technical writing, preferably in the cybersecurity or software development domain
  • Strong passion for technology and exceptional writing skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear and understandable documentation
  • Proficiency in documenting APIs, SDKs, command-line interfaces, and other technical components
  • Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and experience working in Agile teams
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
  • Creative, empathetic, collaborative, optimistic, and curious
  • A perpetual learner and teacher
Responsibilities
  • Develop clear, concise, and comprehensive technical documentation tailored to various audiences, including developers, security analysts, and DevOps engineers
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, engineers, and designers, to gather technical information and insights for documentation creation
  • Continuously improve existing documentation and create new materials to ensure accuracy, relevance, and alignment with product updates and enhancements
  • Work proactively to identify opportunities for enhancing product usability, functionality, and user satisfaction through effective documentation strategies
  • Contribute to the growth and expansion of the Technical Writing team by sharing expertise, providing mentorship, and participating in recruitment activities
  • Collaborate with other teams in Product, Engineering & Marketing to maximize the impact of our educational content and ensure it’s aligned with broader business goals

HUMAN focuses on cybersecurity, specifically protecting businesses from advanced bot attacks to ensure safe online experiences. Their main product, BotGuard, is designed to protect digital assets, APIs, and applications from harmful bots. This technology works by utilizing advanced detection methods, global visibility, and insights from hacker activities to effectively prevent fraud and abuse on a large scale. Unlike many competitors, HUMAN emphasizes a subscription-based model and enterprise contracts, which allows for ongoing support and updates. Additionally, they have initiated The Human Collective, a program aimed at improving internet security through shared protection efforts. The goal of HUMAN is to be a reliable partner in combating cyber threats and to enhance the overall security of the digital landscape.

Company Stage

Growth Equity (Venture Capital)

Total Funding

$176.1M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2012

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

110%

1 year growth

110%

2 year growth

110%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • HUMAN raised over $50 million for growth and defense against bots and fraud.
  • The acquisition of clean.io enhances HUMAN's anti-malvertising solutions.
  • Partnership with Locality opens new revenue streams in connected TV advertising.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from startups offering innovative, cost-effective solutions.
  • AI-driven bot attacks may outpace HUMAN's current detection capabilities.

What makes HUMAN unique

  • HUMAN specializes in protecting enterprises from sophisticated bot attacks.
  • Their flagship product, BotGuard, safeguards digital properties, APIs, and apps.
  • HUMAN leverages superior detection and hacker intelligence to stop fraud at scale.

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