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Lead Technical Writer ($150K - $200K + Equity) for a Lean Fintech Engineering Team

CoffeeSpace · San Francisco, CA

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About the jobThis role is being recruited by CoffeeSpace on behalf of an anonymous fintech company building industry-specific business banking infrastructure.We’re identifying a small number of exceptional technical writers from our network. If there’s a strong fit, we’ll introduce you directly to the founding team.

Location: San Francisco, California, United StatesCompensation: $150K - $200K base + competitive equityEmployment type: Full-timeAbout the companyThis company provides business banking, cards, and treasury services, powering over $10 billion a year in purchases.

It is one of the fastest growing fintechs globally, having reached unicorn status with a $1.4 billion valuation. The company is backed by major investors including Ribbit Capital, Khosla Ventures, NEA, and Y Combinator, and generates over $300 million in annual revenue with a team of just around 65 people.About the roleAs the Lead Technical Writer, you will be the voice of the engineering team, transforming complex engineering achievements into engaging and accessible content. You will work closely with engineers to understand their work and create compelling blog posts, technical deep dives, and social media content. This role involves embedding within the engineering team, reporting directly to the CTO, and proactively identifying stories worth telling.What You’ll DoManage the engineering blog end-to-end, from concept to publicationProduce high-volume technical content, targeting around 10 posts per monthDevelop and manage engineering-focused social media content on platforms like Twitter and LinkedInCollaborate daily with the engineering team to uncover and develop engaging storiesTranslate engineers' ideas into polished, compelling pieces with a tone that resonates with the teamWhy This Role Is CompellingJoin a fintech company with significant growth and efficiencyBe a key player in building the company's engineering brandWork directly with a lean and impressive engineering teamInfluence the perception of the engineering team within the fintech industryThe Ideal Candidate3-5 years of experience in technical writingProficiency in technical writing, blog publishing, and social media content creationFamiliarity with platforms like LinkedIn and TwitterExperience with Markdown and CMSAbility to work on-site in San Francisco, with remote considered for exceptional candidatesNext steps1. Apply via this LinkedIn job post2. We’ll review and reach out if there’s a strong match3. If aligned, we’ll introduce you directly to the team4. If this role isn’t the right fit, we may suggest and make introductions to other high-signal startup roles we’re recruiting for, always with your permission.A quick note on authenticityThis is a real, active role that CoffeeSpace is recruiting for in close partnership with the hiring team. We don’t post speculative roles and work directly with teams on their actual hiring needs.