Junior Editor

GitHub is hiring a Junior Editor to join our fully remote team in the United States. As a Junior Editor, you'll tell clear, compelling stories that inform and engage. This is a contract, work-from-home role open to candidates across the US (Remote — US (EST)). About the role You'll tell clear, compelling stories that inform and engage, partnering with a friendly, distributed team across US time zones. We care about outcomes over hours and give you the autonomy, tools, and support to do your best work from home. What you'll do: • Optimize content for search and clarity • Write and edit content for a range of audiences • Maintain a consistent voice and style • Manage an editorial calendar • Collaborate with subject-matter experts What we offer: • Competitive salary and meaningful equity • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage • Paid parental leave • Annual learning and professional development budget • 401(k) retirement plan with company match How we work We're remote-first and async-friendly. Expect clear documentation, regular feedback, supportive teammates, and real opportunities to grow your career. GitHub is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone.

Minimum qualifications: • 0–2 years of experience or equivalent training • A portfolio of published work • Attention to detail • Ability to meet deadlines • Excellent writing and editing skills Nice to have: • A track record of taking ownership and shipping independently • Comfort communicating clearly and proactively in writing