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Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.\nWho We Are…\nWhen we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next…\nFrom brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.\nWe are the now and the next. The power behind the people building the future. We are born from the spirit of innovation. We are created from the idea that people around the world want more, need more, deserve more. We are the home of the global digital revolution. We are CNN.\nTo see what it’s like to work at CNN, follow @WBDLife on Instagram and X!\nYour New Role\nAre you a software engineer who loves to make life easier for others? Do you have a knack for turning complex technical jargon into clear, accessible information? If so, we have the ideal role for you.\nWe're looking for a Software Engineer II with a passion for technical writing to join our team. This is not just any role-you'll help shape the way we create and manage technical documentation across the entire CNN digital spectrum.\nIn this position, you'll collaborate with a diverse set of teams-front-end, back-end, mobile, design systems, and more-to enhance onboarding experiences for engineers, designers, program managers, and even our end users. \nWhether it's simplifying the onboarding process for a new engineer, helping designers navigate our systems, or improving how consumers interact withthe internal operations associated with CNN.com, your work will have a meaningful, direct impact.\nBecause our teams are spread out across different organizations and groups, we're looking for someone who's a self-starter and can take initiative. You'll report directly to the Principal Manager of Program and Delivery for CNN, playing a key role in shaping how we communicate and document our technical processes moving forward.\nWhat You'll Do\nBuild Out Technical Documentation:\nHelp define and implement the technical documentation strategy for CNN Digital.\nCreate and maintain clear, user-friendly documentation that sets the standard for our organization.\nCollaborate Across Diverse Teams:\nWork closely with full-stack teams to gather information and document processes.\nPartner with designers, program managers, and other stakeholders to capture the context and decisions worth documenting.\nEnhance Onboarding and User Experiences:\nDevelop resources that make onboarding smoother for engineers, designers, program managers, and end users.\nSimplify complex technical processes for internal tools, editorial workflows, and consumer-facing platforms like CNN.com.\nBe a Self-Starter and Connector:\nProactively engage with teams across different orgs and groups to collect the information you need.\nBecome a trusted resource for technical documentation, bridging gaps and fostering collaboration across teams.\nContribute Technically:\nApply your proficiency in JavaScript, Java, and Python to contribute to software development when needed.\nRead and interpret other programming languages to effectively document and understand various projects/workstreams.\nWho You Are\nAn Experienced Engineer and Writer:\nYou have 3+ years of software engineering experience, focusing on scalable systems.\nYou have hands-on experience with technical writing, especially documenting software and system architectures.systems and their architecture\nYou're proficient in JavaScript, Java, and Python, and you're comfortable diving into other languages as needed.\nFamiliarity with documentation tools like Markdown, Confluence, or GitHub Wiki is a plus.\nA Great Communicator:\nYou excel at explaining complex technical concepts in a way that's easy for anyone to understand, in writing and in person.\nA Self-Motivated Collaborator:\nYou can navigate a dispersed, multi-locale team environment with minimal oversight.\nYou enjoy bringing people together and making connections across different groups.\nDetail-Oriented and Organized:\nYou have a keen eye for detail, both in code and in writing.\nManaging multiple projects and prioritizing tasks comes naturally to you.\nEducational Background:\nBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.\nWhy Join Us\nGet in Early: You'll help establish how technical documentation works at CNN, with support from senior engineering leadership.\nMake a Real Impact: Your work will simplify processes and enhance experiences for colleagues and users alike.\nCollaborative Environment: Work with a variety of teams and departments, expanding your network and knowledge.\nGrowth Opportunities: A newly created role with room to broaden your skills and take on more over time.\nHow We Get Things Done…\nThis last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.\nChampioning Inclusion at WBD\nWarner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.\nIn compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of Warner Bros. Discovery’s total compensation package for employees. Pay Range: $94,200.00 - $150,700.00 salary per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Warner Bros. 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