Full-Time

Senior Technical Writer

Posted on 12/3/2024

GeoComply

GeoComply

501-1,000 employees

Geolocation compliance and anti-fraud solutions

Enterprise Software
Cybersecurity
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

CA$96k - CA$132kAnnually

Senior

Toronto, ON, Canada

Hybrid work model with a 3-day in-office policy.

Category
Technical Writing
Content & Writing
Required Skills
Kotlin
PHP
Python
JavaScript
Git
Java
C#
JIRA
iOS/Swift
Confluence
Objective-C
Information Architecture

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Experience
Requirements
  • 5-10 years of experience writing technical documentation, with at least three years supporting a software engineering audience specifically.
  • Flawless American English.
  • Experience writing documentation with Markdown.
  • Experience with GitHub and docs-as-code.
  • Experience with Docusaurus or other static site generators.
  • Experience with Jira and Confluence.
  • Experience reading and writing code samples in at least one language, like Kotlin, Java, Swift, Objective-C, C#, PHP, Python, or JavaScript.
  • Strong understanding of the principles of information architecture and how people interact with information on the web.
  • The ability to learn new things quickly and turn complex information into meaningful documentation.
Responsibilities
  • Create and maintain the content repository and information architecture.
  • Develop and implement processes and procedures for creating and maintaining technical documentation with branding and style guidelines.
  • Collaborate with product development teams to obtain information and ensure accurate and up-to-date documentation.
  • Create, edit, and review technical documentation, including user manuals, online help, release notes, and other documentation as required.
  • Utilize Markdown, GitHub, and docs-as-code workflows to author and manage documentation within the developer portal.
  • Structure content effectively using a strong understanding of information architecture principles to optimize search and navigation within the documentation.
  • Write clear and concise code samples in various programming languages (e.g., Kotlin, Java, Swift) to illustrate API usage and functionality.
  • Contribute to the ongoing maintenance and improvement of the developer portal, leveraging tools like Docusaurus.
  • Proactively identify opportunities to enhance the developer experience through documentation and actively seek ways to improve content quality and effectiveness.
  • Stay up-to-date on industry best practices and emerging trends in technical writing and API documentation.
Desired Qualifications
  • Strong understanding of HTML, CSS, and React.
  • Experience with Google Analytics, Hotjar, LogRocket, or similar performance monitoring tools.
  • A background in compliance, anti-fraud, or geolocation.

GeoComply specializes in geolocation compliance and anti-fraud solutions, focusing on ensuring safe online interactions. The company performs geolocation checks to validate user access, which is essential for industries like online gambling, media streaming, and financial services. Their main product, GeoGuard, helps clients block unauthorized access, particularly from users trying to bypass geographic restrictions using VPNs. This technology is integrated into clients' platforms through software development kits (SDKs), and GeoComply earns revenue from subscription fees and licensing agreements. Unlike competitors, GeoComply emphasizes building people-centered solutions and maintaining strong customer relationships. The company's goal is to enhance online safety and compliance, instilling confidence in every digital interaction.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

Growth Equity (Venture Capital)

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Vancouver, Canada

Founded

2011

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for geolocation services in iGaming due to U.S. regulatory changes.
  • Partnerships with IDVerse expand market coverage in the iGaming sector.
  • Integration with multi-DRM services enhances content protection for media companies.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from Xpoint after losing a patent infringement case.
  • Partnership with Intertrust may expose GeoComply to digital rights management risks.
  • Expansion into iGaming may lead to regulatory risks in strict jurisdictions.

What makes GeoComply unique

  • GeoComply specializes in geolocation compliance, crucial for online gambling and streaming services.
  • Their GeoGuard solution effectively blocks unauthorized access via VPNs, ensuring content rights compliance.
  • GeoComply offers SDKs for seamless integration, enhancing client platforms' security and compliance.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Professional Development Budget

Hybrid Work Options

Flexible Work Hours

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

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2 year growth

2%
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