Join Databricks as a Sr. Technical Writer, Machine Learning & AI

At Databricks, we empower data teams to tackle the world’s most challenging problems—from revolutionizing transportation to accelerating medical breakthroughs. Our mission is to build and operate the premier data and AI infrastructure platform, allowing our customers to harness deep data insights to enhance their business operations.

About the Team

Become a part of Databricks during a period of exceptional growth and innovation. Our technical writers are integral to our customer success. As a Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence writer at Databricks, you will work on the forefront of developing tools for AI innovation. By leveraging your writing, data, and technical prowess, you will produce compelling content that guides data scientists, data engineers, and data analysts in maximizing their data analytics, machine learning, and AI endeavors.

Your Impact

• Collaborate closely with engineers and product managers to create engaging, customer-focused documentation.
• Partner with customer-facing staff (support engineers, solutions architects, developer relations) to develop best practices, onboarding materials, and scenario-based guidance.
• Implement an information-architecture approach to organize content based on customer use cases.
• Continuously improve our authoring and production tools and processes.
• Edit content from engineering and field contributions for technical accuracy, grammar, style adherence, and alignment with information architecture.
• Manage articles through technical review, content editing, and publication.
• Create videos and diagrams that help customers quickly understand data science concepts and workflows.

Requirements

• 4+ years in documenting advanced technologies for developers and IT professionals, or equivalent experience as a software developer, product manager, or solutions architect.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration and professional communication skills.
• Expertise in technical writing tools and style, including a consistent voice, clear writing style, and understanding of grammar and usage rules.
• Experience with data products and cloud platforms.
• Understanding of information architecture concepts and their application to dynamic websites.
• Proven project management abilities.
• Proficiency in Markdown, Git, and GitHub.
• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience using data and customer feedback for decision-making.

Nice to Have

• Experience creating instructional videos and visual media, such as animated GIFs and diagrams.
• Hands-on experience with AI and machine learning techniques, such as model training and data preparation.
• Working knowledge of Python in data science.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401(k) Plan
• FSA, HSA, and Commuter Benefit Plans
• Equity Awards
• Flexible Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Family Planning
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Annual Career Development Fund
• Home Office/Work Headphones Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Business Travel Accident Insurance
• Mental Wellness Resources

Pay Range Transparency

Databricks is dedicated to fair and equitable compensation practices. The pay range(s) for this role is listed below and represents the base salary range for non-commissionable roles or on-target earnings for commissionable roles. Actual compensation packages are determined based on several factors, including but not limited to job-related skills, experience, relevant certifications, training, and specific work location. The total compensation package for this position may also include eligibility for an annual performance bonus, equity, and the benefits listed above. For more information on specific location ranges, visit our .

Zone 1 Pay Range: $96,100—$170,000 USD

About Databricks

Databricks is a leading data and AI company trusted by over 10,000 organizations worldwide, including Comcast, Condé Nast, Grammarly, and more than 50%