
Senior Technical Writer
Uplight
Company Overview
Uplight
Boulder, CO, United States
2019
Business Model
Energy Technology
Uplight focuses on providing software solutions that help utilities and energy providers engage with their customers. Their platform integrates various services to enhance energy efficiency and promote renewable energy usage.
The company generates revenue primarily through subscription-based software services and consulting for energy utilities. They also offer data analytics and customer engagement tools that support energy management initiatives.
Locations & Geography
Uplight operates primarily in the United States, with a significant presence in states such as California, New York, and Colorado. They also engage with international partners to expand their influence in the energy technology sector.
Company Culture
Their mission is to empower utilities to create a sustainable energy future through innovative technology. Uplight values collaboration, integrity, and a commitment to environmental stewardship.
Uplight promotes a flexible and inclusive work environment that encourages creativity and innovation. They prioritize employee well-being and foster a culture of open communication and teamwork.
The company invests in employee development through training programs and opportunities for professional growth. They encourage continuous learning and provide resources for skill enhancement in the energy sector.
Activities & Projects
Uplight is currently involved in several projects aimed at enhancing customer engagement for energy efficiency programs. They are also working on integrating advanced analytics into their platform to better serve utilities and their customers.
The company is at the forefront of developing innovative solutions that leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning to optimize energy consumption. Their technology aims to provide actionable insights for both utilities and consumers.
Uplight is committed to sustainability by promoting energy efficiency and renewable energy solutions. They actively participate in initiatives that aim to reduce carbon footprints and enhance the overall sustainability of energy systems.
Career Opportunities
Typical job openings at Uplight include roles in software development, data analysis, and customer success management. They seek individuals who are passionate about technology and sustainability.
Uplight offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, retirement plans, and flexible work arrangements. They also provide opportunities for professional development and a supportive work culture.
Contact Information
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Job Description
Uplight is creating a new category of energy. We make software that manages energy resources in homes and businesses-including things like smart thermostats, electric vehicles, solar panels, storage batteries, heat pumps, and even people's behavior-to generate, shift, or save energy to balance the grid, making it more efficient and reliable. This creates clean energy capacity that can be used by the power grid instead of burning more fossil fuels. Our solutions accelerate the transition to clean energy and save money for energy customers.
The Position
We are seeking a seasoned engineer with a passion for changing the way millions of people save energy. You'll work within the Engineering team to build and improve our platforms to deliver flexible and creative solutions to our utility partners and end users and help us achieve our ambitious goals for our business and the planet.
We are seeking a senior technical writer with a bachelor's degree (any discipline) and at least eight years of relevant experience to join our team and help us achieve our ambitious goals for our business and the planet.
We expect our team members to:
- Act with integrity, even when it's hard
- Always stay curious and ready to learn
- Work to meaningful outcomes, mindful of each step
- Operate as a unified team, made stronger by uniqueness
Responsibilities & Skills
You should:
- Be excited to work with talented, committed people in a fast-paced environment.
- Use a data-driven approach and actively work on product & technology roadmap at strategy level and day-to-day tactical level.
- Have a proven experience as a technical writer with a focus on enterprise Saas products.
- Use a rigorous approach for product improvement and customer satisfaction.
- Love developing great products as a seasoned product engineer.
- Be ready, able, and willing to jump onto a call with a partner or customer to help solve problems.
- Be able to deliver against several initiatives simultaneously.
- Have a strong eye for detail and quality.
- Have an agile mindset.
- Have strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Able to work with an international team, delivering technical writing for a global audience. This will require working with North American product and engineering colleagues on a daily basis, with some working hour crossover.
If shortlisted, you'll be asked to share writing samples.
Required Skills
- You are an experienced technical writer - a minimum of 6+ years of professional experience in the enterprise SaaS product space.
- Strong understanding of topic-based authoring and audience analysis
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
- Work experience & strong proficiency in using commercial or open source authoring and version control systems
- Experience in using a commercial or open source image editing tools
- Understanding of RESTful APIs and databases
- Understanding of agile development methodologies
The following experiences are not required, but you'll stand out from other applicants if you have any of the following, in our order of importance:
- Experience with Business-to-Business-to-Consumer (B2B2C) products
- Experience in the electrical power generation, transmission, and distribution domain
- Understanding of the docs-as-code publishing workflow with exposure to CI/CD
- Experience in prompt engineering
- Experience in scripting and programming (any language)
- Experience in writing in-app instructions
- Program management skills
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in any field.
Why Join Uplight in Leading the Fight Against Climate Change?
At Uplight, we're not just offering a job - we're offering a chance to be part of the solution to one of the world's biggest challenges. As a certified B Corporation, we're deeply committed to both social and environmental responsibility. Here's why you should join our team of passionate Uplighters:
- Make a Meaningful Impact: Your work directly impacts our mission of decarbonization and building a more sustainable future.
- Grow Your Career: We offer ample advancement opportunities, robust learning and development programs, and a supportive team environment that fosters collaboration and innovation.
- Thrive: We offer comprehensive benefits, including flexible time off, generous parental leave, a wellness stipend, and work flexibility to help you thrive both personally and professionally.
- Belong to an Inclusive Community: We celebrate diversity and foster an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, empowered, and heard. Our Employee Resource Groups offer opportunities to connect with colleagues who share your interests and backgrounds.
- Be Part of a Growing Movement: Join a team of dedicated individuals who are passionate about creating a more sustainable future. We offer a collaborative environment where your ideas are valued and your contributions recognized. Together, we can build a brighter tomorrow.
Uplight provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race (including hair texture and hairstyles), color, religion (including head coverings), age, sex, national origin, caste, disability status, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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October 6, 2025
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October 6, 2025
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