Software Developer II (Technical Writing)

About Warner Bros. Discovery and CNN

Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) is a global leader in entertainment and digital content, known for its vast array of iconic brands and storytelling. CNN, a key part of WBD, is at the forefront of the global digital revolution, offering innovative experiences across multiple platforms.

Your Role

We are seeking a Software Developer II with a passion and proficiency for technical writing. This role centers on simplifying complex technical information and transforming it into clear, comprehensive documentation. You'll collaborate with varied teams — including front-end, back-end, mobile, and design systems — to improve onboarding for engineers, designers, program managers, and end users throughout CNN's digital ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the technical documentation strategy for CNN Digital.
• Create, update, and maintain accessible, user-friendly technical documentation that sets organizational standards.
• Collaborate intensively with full-stack engineering teams, designers, program managers, and stakeholders to gather relevant information for documentation.
• Enhance the onboarding process by developing resources tailored to engineers, designers, program managers, and consumers interacting with platforms like CNN.com.
• Depend on initiative and self-direction to engage across diverse, distributed teams to collect and synthesize information.
• Contribute technically using skills in JavaScript, Java, and Python, and familiarize yourself with other programming languages as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of software engineering experience focused on building scalable systems.
• Hands-on experience in technical writing, especially related to software and system architecture documentation.
• Comfortable programming in JavaScript, Java, and Python, with the ability to understand additional languages for documentation purposes.
• Familiarity with documentation platforms such as Markdown, Confluence, or GitHub Wiki is advantageous.
• Strong communication skills, capable of explaining complex technical matters clearly both in writing and verbally.
• Self-motivated and comfortable working in a dispersed, multi-location team environment with limited supervision.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and detail-oriented approaches in both coding and documentation.
• A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.

Why Work With Us

• Opportunity to establish and influence the technical documentation standards at CNN.
• Make a tangible impact by streamlining processes and improving the experience for both internal teams and users.
• Collaborate with a broad range of teams and stakeholders across the organization.
• Room for growth and skill expansion in a newly created and evolving role.

Additional Information

Compensation for this role ranges from $94,200 to $150,700 annually, commensurate with experience and other factors. Total rewards may also include bonuses, incentives, and additional recognition programs. Benefits include comprehensive health insurance, wellness programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings, and paid time off.

Warner Bros. Discovery is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and accommodates applicants with disabilities.