Technical Writer; API

Position: Technical Writer (API)

Akkodis is seeking a Technical Writer (API) for a Contract with a client in Cleveland, OH
. Candidates must have proven expertise in RESTful API documentation and Git‑based workflows as a key qualification.

Rate Range: $49/hour to $56/hour;
The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.

Technical Writer (API)

Job Responsibilities Include

• Create high‑quality API documentation including reference guides, conceptual overviews, workflows, and tutorials.
• Define and organize API structures such as endpoints, parameters, authentication methods, sample requests/responses, and error codes.
• Maintain and update documentation to reflect new releases, feature enhancements, and API version changes.
• Collaborate closely with developers, product managers, and engineering teams to understand API functionality and ensure technical accuracy.
• Use tools like Swagger/OpenAPI, Postman, and Git‑based platforms (Git Hub/Git Lab) to generate, manage, and publish documentation.
• Gather and incorporate feedback from internal teams and external developers to improve documentation clarity, usability, and developer experience.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Technical Writing, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 6–10 years of experience in technical writing, with strong emphasis on API documentation.
• Proven ability to create clear and accurate RESTful API documentation using tools like Swagger/OpenAPI, Postman, and Git‑based platforms.
• Strong technical understanding of JSON, API structures, and collaboration with engineering teams to ensure documentation precision.

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Pay Details: $49.00 to $56.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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