Technical Product Writer/Owner - API Documentation, CVS Health

CVS Health

Location:
United States

Category:
IT - Software Development

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

101970.00 - 203940.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled and versatile Technical API Documentation Writer to join our team. This hybrid role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of technical documentation and product ownership. You will spend 50% of your time crafting clear, concise, and developer-friendly API documentation for our Developer Portal, and the other 50% acting as a Product Owner for our API team—driving product strategy, managing backlogs, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality API experiences.

Job Responsibility:

Write, edit, and maintain comprehensive API documentation, including reference guides, tutorials, and integration examples
Collaborate with developers, architects, and UX designers to understand technical requirements and translate them into user-friendly content
Ensure documentation is accurate, up-to-date, and aligned with the latest API releases
Own the structure and usability of the Developer Portal, continuously improving the developer experience
Create content standards and style guides for API documentation
Serve as the Product Owner for the API team, managing the product backlog and prioritizing features based on business and developer needs
Define and communicate the product vision and roadmap for internal and external APIs
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, QA, marketing, and customer support
Gather and analyze feedback from stakeholders and users to inform product decisions
Lead sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives in an Agile environment

Requirements:

2+ years of experience in a product owner or product management role
Strong understanding of RESTful APIs, JSON, OAuth, and developer workflows
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience with documentation tools such as Swagger/OpenAPI, Postman, Markdown, and static site generators
Familiarity with Agile methodologies and tools like Jira, Confluence, or Azure DevOps

Nice to have:

3+ years of experience in technical writing, preferably with a focus on APIs or developer tools
Background in software development or computer science
Experience working with API gateways, SDKs, or API management platforms
Knowledge of analytics tools to measure documentation usage and effectiveness

What we offer:

Affordable medical plan options, a 401(k) plan (including matching company contributions), and an employee stock purchase plan
No-cost programs for all colleagues including wellness screenings, tobacco cessation and weight management programs, confidential counseling and financial coaching
Benefit solutions that address the different needs and preferences of our colleagues including paid time off, flexible work schedules, family leave, dependent care resources, colleague assistance programs, tuition assistance, retiree medical access and many other benefits depending on eligibility

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
July 29, 2025

Expiration:
August 25, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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