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The Open Home Foundation is currently seeking a Senior Technical Writer to join their Home Assistant team. This full-time position allows for remote work from anywhere in Europe. The responsibility involves managing, planning, and producing documentation that assists not only internal team members but also the broader community involved with Home Assistant, an open-source home automation platform.
In the role of a Senior Technical Writer, candidates will navigate the dual responsibilities of both writing and planning. The position necessitates active involvement in setting documentation priorities and processes while coordinating work within the team and producing content. The ultimate goal is to ensure that documentation remains consistent, clear and scalable as the platform evolves.
Key responsibilities of this role include:
Leading the strategic direction and structuring of Home Assistant documentation to ensure clarity and consistency across all user-facing materials.
Defining documentation priorities that align with broader project goals and assisting in maintaining a content roadmap.
Writing and maintaining detailed technical documentation about complex topics, which may include hardware integrations and advanced features.
Creating and assigning specific documentation tasks, reviewing contributions, and closely collaborating with the community.
Developing effective processes for planning, composing, reviewing, and maintaining documentation, along with integrating user feedback into the documentation framework.
Mentoring junior writers and contributors, providing constructive feedback, and elevating the overall quality of documentation across the team.
Working closely with engineers and product teams to ensure that all technical documentation stays accurate and user-friendly.
Setting up personal test environments to try out features and integrations for accurate documentation production.
Candidates must possess the following qualifications and skills:
A minimum of 5 years of experience in technical writing, with at least 2 years in a lead or planning capacity.
Proven ability to establish documentation priorities and manage content roadmaps effectively.
Experience in topic-oriented writing specifically tailored for software products.
Familiarity with effective remote work practices, particularly remote asynchronous communication.
Strong problem-solving skills and keen attention to detail, showcasing the ability to work independently in a remote structure.
Capability to mentor and review the work of fellow writers.
Affinity with developer tools commonly utilized for documentation, including Visual Studio Code, Git, and GitHub.
Professional fluency in English, especially in both written and verbal communication.
Must be based in Europe and eligible to work there.
Although not mandatory, candidates with the following will have an advantage:
Familiarity with terminology work.
Prior experience with Home Assistant, either as a user or contributor.
Understanding of the open-source development philosophy.
Experience contributing to open-source projects, especially those related to Home Assistant.
Awareness of using modern AI tools to enhance workflow and team efficiency.
The Open Home Foundation aims to provide a competitive total compensation package that targets the 75th percentile for the role based on seniority and local market trends. The approximate yearly compensation estimates for a Senior Technical Writer are:
Other European countries’ compensation can be negotiated during the initial interview process. It's important to note that these figures may be adjusted based on individual experience and qualifications.
Alongside competitive salaries, the foundation also offers comprehensive benefits tailored to meet the legal requirements of the employee's country of residence. Key benefits include:
Five weeks (25 days) of paid time off annually.
14 days of paid sick leave (provided according to local laws).
Six weeks of paid and an additional six weeks of unpaid parental leave to utilize in the first year following the birth of a child.
Funding for work hardware upon commencement, and employees can keep this equipment for personal use after three years.
An annual budget for the latest smart home technology to remain current with developments in the field.
A 50% contribution towards internet connectivity costs for home-based workspaces.
One day every two weeks dedicated to personal projects, especially those related to Home Assistant.
The Open Home Foundation is a non-profit organization based in Switzerland, dedicated to protecting privacy, choice, and sustainability principles within smart homes. They actively support the development and enhancement of open-source projects and strive to maintain open connectivity and communication standards, including the Home Assistant platform.
To apply for this position, candidates need to prepare and submit their applications. The recruitment process is as follows:
Application review by the HR team alongside the hiring manager.
Initial interview with HR.
Technical assessment to evaluate relevant skills.
Interviewing with the team and manager.
Offer and joining the team! Overall, the Open Home Foundation seeks individuals who share its values and are passionate about contributing to the future of smart homes.
This job offer was originally published on remotive.com
October 9, 2025
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