Technical writer & content developer – ai focus

Werkgever:
Mendix
Regio:
Rotterdam
 
Functieomschrijving
About the RoleWe’re looking for a technically curious, developer-focused writer to help bring Mendix’s latest AI innovations to life through clear, practical, and engaging documentation. In this role, you won’t just document features—you’ll work side-by-side with developers and product teams to deeply understand how new capabilities work and help translate them into real-world success for our users.You’ll focus on AI-related modules, components, and services within Mendix. You can find most of our components in the Mendix marketplace, they are showcased and can be used through . But your impact will go beyond traditional documentation—you’ll help shape how developers discover, understand, and apply new technologies across our platform.You’ll join a documentation team that’s part of Mendix R&D, reflecting our belief that great docs are critical to great product experiences. We treat documentation as a core part of the development process—not an afterthought.

Key Responsibilities

  • Make Innovation Usable
  • Create clear, actionable documentation for new and evolving AI features in Mendix
  • Think Like a Developer
  • Write with the end user in mind, focusing on practical use cases, project relevance, and real-world application—not just feature descriptions.
  • Own What You Write
  • Take ownership of documentation for specific AI-driven features, working toward subject matter expertise as you collaborate with product and engineering teams.
  • Collaborate Deeply
  • Work closely with product managers, engineers, and learning specialists to understand new features at a technical level and communicate them effectively.
  • Connect the Dots
  • Align documentation with broader developer learning content, helping users move smoothly between tutorials, guides, and self-directed exploration.
  • Shape the Experience
  • Contribute to the voice, structure, and tooling of our documentation—especially where new AI capabilities demand new approaches.
  • Advocate for Developers
  • Champion the needs of the developer community by proactively identifying gaps, responding to feedback, and continuously improving the docs experience.

    What You Bring

  • 3+ years of experience in technical writing or product documentation
  • Familiarity with Mendix or other low-code platforms (Mendix certification is a plus)
  • A solid grasp of AI concepts—especially how developers interact with AI-powered components
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to translate complex ideas into practical guidance
  • Clear, friendly, and user-focused writing that empowers developers to move fast and build smart
  • Comfort working with code, developer tooling (Git, Markdown), and agile product teams
  • Self-motivation and independence, paired with a collaborative mindset
  • A passion for learning and staying curious—especially about how developers build with emerging technologies
  • Nice to Have

  • Experience working with documentation in an open-source or community-driven context
  • Familiarity with tools like Jira, CMS workflows, or version control systems
  • Benefits

    We provide generous benefits that support our employees’ wellbeing, no matter where they’re located. We also offer region-specific benefits, like fully-stocked office kitchens, commuter perks, and more!

    Flexible, hybrid working

    Flexible paid time off

    Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

    401k matching

    Wellness benefits

    Siemens employee discounts

    Bravely career coaching

    Benefits may vary depending on location