Principal Technical Content Strategist And Editor

Summary

Join Databricks as a Principal Technical Content Strategy and Editor and define the technical content direction for the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform. You will own the strategy for the Databricks Blog and YouTube channel, creating clear and actionable resources for data professionals. Collaborate with various teams to develop high-quality content reflecting advancements in data engineering, warehousing, analytics, and AI. Leverage your expertise in content strategy, technical writing, and editing to shape how technical audiences engage with Databricks. The ideal candidate possesses a strong technical background, deep understanding of data and AI, and keen editorial skills. This role offers a high impact and combines content strategy, technical expertise, and editorial excellence.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in content marketing, publishing, technical evangelism, or communications, with a strong focus on technical content
• Deep understanding of the Data and AI space, including familiarity with data engineering, data warehousing, and enterprise data platforms
• Proven experience developing content strategies tailored to technical audiences, such as data architects, data engineers, and data scientists
• Experience in translating complex technical concepts into clear, engaging, and informative content that resonates with practitioners
• Exceptional communication skills (both written and spoken), with the ability to craft high-quality content and refine messaging for technical accuracy and clarity
• Proven technical editing expertise, ensuring consistency, engagement, and adherence to brand and technical standards
• Experience in visual storytelling, effectively adapting content across digital platforms, including blogs, video, and documentation
• Data-driven mindset, using analytics and audience insights to refine content strategy, optimize engagement, and summarize key findings for senior leadership
• Customer-obsessed, with a strong drive to create engaging, high-impact technical content that resonates with technical users
• Self-starter who thrives in fast-paced environments, managing multiple priorities with efficiency and attention to detail
• Strong ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, product, marketing, and developer relations teams to align content with business and product priorities

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the technical content strategy across Databricks’ Blog and YouTube channel, ensuring alignment with product roadmaps, market needs, and company objectives
• Establish and enforce editorial excellence, setting content guidelines and best practices for technical accuracy, clarity, and consistency
• Ensure Databricks is the go-to source for technical thought leadership, crafting content that educates and engages practitioners, from data engineers to AI/ML professionals
• Review and refine high-impact content, serving as the editorial lead for technical blogs, whitepapers, tutorials, and solution guides
• Leverage data and insights to continuously optimize content for engagement, discoverability, and impact
• Collaborate with engineering, product, and developer relations teams to align technical content with product innovations and evolving customer needs
• Mentor and lead a growing team of technical writers and editors, building scalable processes to improve content development efficiency and quality

Preferred Qualifications

At the forefront of content marketing innovation, with experience leveraging the latest tools and technologies to accelerate content velocity and effectiveness

Benefits

• Annual performance bonus
• Equity