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We believe that the quality of our documentation should reflect the quality of our products, which are world-class. ABOUT THE JOB As a Technical Writer, your mission is to partner with our numerous ...

We believe that the quality of our documentation should reflect the quality of our products, which are world-class. ABOUT THE JOB As a Technical Writer, your mission is to partner with our numerous ...

Technical Writer, Ghost

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$86K - $149K/yr

We believe that the quality of our documentation should reflect the quality of our products, which are world-class. ABOUT THE JOB As a Technical Writer, your mission is to partner with our numerous ...

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How much do documentation writer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for documentation writer in California is $35.51, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.70 and $49.33 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a documentation writer?

A Documentation Writer is responsible for creating, organizing, and maintaining technical documents, user manuals, guides, and other written materials. They work closely with subject matter experts to translate complex information into clear, concise, and user-friendly content. Their work ensures that end users, developers, or internal teams can easily understand and utilize products, systems, or processes. Strong writing, research, and communication skills, along with attention to detail, are essential for this role.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a documentation writer?

A Documentation Writer’s typical day involves researching technical or procedural information, producing and updating documentation such as user manuals, how-to guides, and internal process documents. They often collaborate with subject matter experts, engineers, and product managers to ensure accuracy and clarity in the content. Additionally, Documentation Writers may review and revise existing materials, format documents for consistency, and manage version control within documentation platforms. This multifaceted role requires balancing independent focused writing with teamwork and feedback-gathering to deliver high-quality materials.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the documentation writer position, and why are they important?

A Documentation Writer needs strong writing, editing, and organizational skills, often supported by a bachelor's degree in English, Communications, or a related field. Familiarity with documentation tools such as Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and content management systems like Confluence or MadCap Flare is typically required. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and the ability to communicate complex information clearly are valuable soft skills. These competencies ensure accuracy, usability, and consistency in producing high-quality documentation that supports organizational goals.

How to become a documentation writer?

To become a documentation writer, develop strong writing and technical skills, often through a bachelor's degree in fields like English, technical communication, or related areas. Gaining experience with tools such as Markdown, Adobe FrameMaker, or MadCap Flare, and understanding the subject matter you will document, can improve job prospects. Certifications in technical writing can also enhance your qualifications.

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Infographic showing various Documentation Writer job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 23% Part Time, 5% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 87% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $73,866 per year, or $35.5 per hour.

Documentation Manager, Platforms & Ecosystems

Unitytech

San Francisco, CA • On-site

$145K - $218K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago


Job description

Documentation Manager, Platforms & Ecosystems

The opportunity

Unity is looking for an exceptional Documentation Manager to join us on our mission to deliver great documentation in an AI assisted world!

We're looking for a leader with technical aptitude who can quickly form good working relationships across Unity, and work collaboratively to produce documentation that helps users get the most from Unity products. The AI revolution has changed the way developers learn how to use our software, through their AI agent. As Unity shifts its products to be AI friendly, we also have the opportunity to transform the documentation creation lifecycle to be AI-first, and redesign the technical writer function around holistic learning, AI-consumable content, and hands-on AI integration through skills creation. This is a build-and-lead role for someone who sees documentation not as a static deliverable, but as a living knowledge system that both humans and AI agents rely on to understand and operate Unity Platforms.

What you'll be doing

  • Lead and grow the Unity Platforms documentation team - hiring, coaching, performance management, and aligning priorities with engineering and product roadmaps.

  • Redesign the documentation creation cycle to be AI-first in collaboration with documentation leadership, using generative AI for drafting, review, gap analysis, and maintenance to cut cycle time and boost coverage.

  • Direct the team's work building and maintaining AI "skills" that let AI assistants act on Unity Platforms documentation as a source of truth.

  • Stay on top of advances in AI, and ensure our processes, and tech writer roles remain performant and competitive.

  • Collaborate closely with key stakeholders across the company to deliver the right content to the right user at the right time.

What we're looking for

  • 8+ years in technical writing, developer documentation, or content strategy, including 4+ years managing people.

  • Hands-on experience with generative AI tools, automation and workflows applied to content.

  • A track record of leading a documentation or content team through major process or tooling transformation.

  • Ability to define metrics and quality frameworks, and to influence senior engineering/product stakeholders.

You might also have

  • Strong background in developer-facing documentation for platforms, SDKs, or APIs - game engine or platform engineering experience a plus.

  • Experience writing and publishing different types of user-facing documentation such as API guides, programmer guides, installation guides, and user manuals for an international audience.

Base Salary Range: We determine the base salary range for this role based on your primary work location:
USA:
Zone A: $114,600 - $171,800 USD gross
Zone B: $129,400 - $194,200 USD gross
Zone C: $145,500 - $218,300 USD gross

Canada:
Zone A: $107,700 - $157,700 CAD gross
Zone B: $116,300 - $166,300 CAD gross
This range reflects the anticipated base salary for this position. Beyond base salary, this role may be eligible for equity awards and participation in our company incentive plans (such as annual discretionary bonuses or sales commissions). The final offer amount will depend on several factors, including geographic location and the candidate's relevant experience, professional background, and skill set.

Cette fourchette correspond au salaire de base prevu pour ce poste. En plus du salaire de base, ce poste peut donner droit a des attributions d'actions et a une participation a nos programmes d'incitation de l'entreprise, comme des primes annuelles discretionnaires ou des commissions de vente. Le montant final de l'offre dependra de plusieurs facteurs, notamment l'emplacement geographique ainsi que l'experience pertinente, le parcours professionnel et les competences du/de la candidat(e).


This range reflects the anticipated base salary for this position. Beyond base salary, this role may be eligible for equity awards and participation in our company incentive plans (such as annual discretionary bonuses or sales commissions). The final offer amount will depend on several factors, including geographic location and the candidate's relevant experience, professional background, and skill set.

Avantages


Chez Unity, nous voulons que nos membres d'equipe s'epanouissent. Nous offrons un large eventail d'avantages concus pour soutenir le bien-etre et l'equilibre travail-vie personnelle.


Veuillez noter: L'admissibilite aux avantages, les offres specifiques et la couverture varient selon le pays et le statut d'emploi.


Bien que les avantages precis puissent varier, voici certaines des facons dont nous nous efforcons de prendre soin de nos membres d'equipe admissibles a l'echelle mondiale : assurance sante, vie et invalidite complete | Subvention pour les deplacements | Participation des employes a l'actionnariat | Regimes de retraite/pension competitifs | Vacances et conges personnels genereux | Soutien aux nouveaux parents grace a des conges et des programmes de soutien aux familles | Collations offertes au bureau | Programmes et soutien en matiere de sante mentale et de bien-etre | Groupes-ressources pour employes | Programme mondial d'aide aux employes | Programmes de formation et de perfectionnement | Programme de benevolat et de jumelage de dons

La vie chez Unity


Unity [NYSE : U] est le premier moteur de jeu au monde, propulsant les experiences de plus de 3 milliards d'utilisateurs(rices) chaque mois. Les plus grands jeux mobiles, les titres independants PC les plus populaires, des jeux console parmi les plus innovants, ainsi que la quasi-totalite des principales experiences XR et jeux Web sont developpes, deployes et optimises avec Unity.


Unity accompagne egalement des equipes dans des secteurs tels que l'automobile, l'industrie manufacturiere et la sante pour concevoir, simuler et collaborer en 3D - comblant ainsi l'ecart entre les idees et la realite. Pour plus d'informations, veuillez visiter www.unity.com.


Unity est un employeur fier de garantir l'egalite des chances. Nous nous engageons a favoriser un environnement inclusif et innovateur et a celebrer nos employes a travers l'age, l'ethinicite, la couleur, l'ascendance, l'origine nationale, la religion, le handicap, le sexe, l'identite ou l'expression de genre, l'orientation sexuelle ou tout autre statut protege conformement a la loi applicable. Si vous etes en situation de handicap ou avez des besoins specifiques necessitant des amenagements pour que votre entretien se deroule dans les meilleures conditions, nous vous invitons a remplir ce formulaire afin de nous en informer et que nous puissions faire le necessaire.


Ce poste exige que son ou sa titulaire possede une connaissance de l'anglais qui soit suffisante pour lui permettre d'avoir des echanges professionnels verbaux et ecrits dans cette langue, puisque l'accomplissement des taches liees a ce poste necessite des communications frequentes et regulieres avec des collegues et partenaire situes a l'echelle mondiale et dont la langue commune est l'anglais.


Les chasseurs de tetes et les agences de recrutement ne peuvent pas soumettre resumes/CV par ce site Web ou directement aux superviseurs. Unity n'accepte pas des chasseurs de tetes non sollicites et des resumes (CV) d'agence. Unity ne payera pas d'honoraires a aucune agence tierce ou entreprise qui n'a pas signe d'ententes avec Unity.


La protection de votre vie privee est importante pour nous. Veuillez prendre un moment pour consulter nos politiques de confidentialite pour les prospects et les candidats. Si vous avez des questions concernant la protection de votre vie privee, veuillez nous contacter a DPO@unity.com.

Benefits


At Unity, we want our team members to thrive. We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support well-being and work-life balance.


Please note: Benefits eligibility, specific offerings, and coverage vary based on the country and employment status.


While specific benefits vary, here are some of the ways we strive to take care of our eligible team members globally: Comprehensive health, life, and disability insurance | Commute subsidy | Employee stock ownership | Competitive retirement/pension plans | Generous vacation and personal days | Support for new parents through leave and family-care programs | Office food snacks | Mental Health and Wellbeing programs and support | Employee Resource Groups | Global Employee Assistance Program | Training and development programs | Volunteering and donation matching program

Life at Unity


Unity [NYSE: U] is the world's leading game engine, powering play for more than 3 billion consumers each month. The top mobile games in the world, the most played PC indie titles, the most innovative console games, and virtually all of the top XR and Web Games are developed, deployed, and grown in Unity. Unity also enables teams across industries like automotive, manufacturing, and healthcare to design, simulate, and collaborate in 3D - closing the gap between ideas and reality. For more information, please visit www.unity.com.


Unity is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, innovative environment and celebrate our employees across age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. Our differences are strengths that enable us to support the growing and evolving needs of our customers, partners, and collaborators. If you have a disability that means there are preparations or accommodations we can make to help ensure you have a comfortable and positive interview experience, please fill out this form to let us know.


This position requires the incumbent to have a sufficient knowledge of English to have professional verbal and written exchanges in this language since the performance of the duties related to this position requires frequent and regular communication with colleagues and partners located worldwide and whose common language is English.


Headhunters and recruitment agencies may not submit resumes/CVs through this website or directly to managers. Unity does not accept unsolicited headhunter and agency resumes. Unity will not pay fees to any third-party agency or company that does not have a signed agreement with Unity.


Your privacy is important to us. Please take a moment to review our Prospect and Applicant Privacy Policies. Should you have any concerns about your privacy, please contact us at DPO@unity.com.

Life at Unity


Unity [NYSE: U] is the world's leading game engine, powering play for more than 3 billion consumers each month. The top mobile games in the world, the most played PC indie titles, the most innovative console games, and virtually all of the top XR and Web Games are developed, deployed, and grown in Unity. Unity also enables teams across industries like automotive, manufacturing, and healthcare to design, simulate, and collaborate in 3D - closing the gap between ideas and reality. For more information, please visit www.unity.com.


Unity is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, innovative environment and celebrate our employees across age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. Our differences are strengths that enable us to support the growing and evolving needs of our customers, partners, and collaborators. If you have a disability that means there are preparations or accommodations we can make to help ensure you have a comfortable and positive interview experience, please fill out this form to let us know.


Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.


This position requires the incumbent to have a sufficient knowledge of English to have professional verbal and written exchanges in this language since the performance of the duties related to this position requires frequent and regular communication with colleagues and partners located worldwide and whose common language is English.


Headhunters and recruitment agencies may not submit resumes/CVs through this Web site or directly to managers. Unity does not accept unsolicited headhunter and agency resumes. Unity will not pay fees to any third-party agency or company that does not have a signed agreement with Unity.


Your privacy is important to us. Please take a moment to review our Prospect and Applicant Privacy Policies. Should you have any concerns about your privacy, please contact us at DPO@unity.com.