Developer Education Specialist (Course Guide Author)

About Class Central:
Class Central is the most popular search engine for online courses, helping 100+ million learners find their next course. We aggregate courses from many providers to help you find the best courses on almost any subject, wherever they exist. We also publish The Report, the most widely read publication on online education. Our mission is to be the most trusted place to find online courses—like a Consumer Reports or Wirecutter for online learning.

We want to be the most trusted place to find online courses—like a Consumer Reports or Wirecutter for online learning. To do that, we need to create guides that clearly recommend the best courses for learning any tech skill.

This is where you come in. We’re looking for a writer and researcher who is also a tech enthusiast. You’ll help people learn complex skills by testing advanced courses and writing guides that show them the best way forward.

What You’ll Do:

• Research, write, and pitch articles about learning technical subjects
• Take and evaluate courses on specialized technical topics like LangChain, DevSecOps, Nginx, Pen-Testing, and many others
• Create “best course” guides that help learners start learning and stop procrastinating (our tagline for Best Course Guides)
• Add charts, images, and clean layouts to make your guides easy to read

About You:

• A natural learner and polyglot. You enjoy digging into new subjects, tools, and even programming languages.
• A clear writer. You can break down difficult ideas for people who are just starting out.
• Proficient with the command line. You’re comfortable using the terminal for more than just the basics
• Self-directed. You manage your own time well and can drive your own projects in a remote team.

Our AI policy:

• AI can speed you up, but it can’t do the job for you.
• If you need AI to handle the research or the writing, this role isn’t for you.
• AI can’t spot the best courses. You have to find and test them yourself.

We’re hiring a writer-researcher, not a prompt engineer.

Why Join Us:

• Real impact. Your work will guide millions of learners.
• Freedom. We’re profitable and independent. You can chase good ideas and ship them fast.
• Flexibility. We’re a fully remote team with no set hours and very few meetings.

We’re a small, US-based company with a fully remote, distributed team spread across the globe, with no physical offices (learn more at classcentral.com/about). Among our team, we’ve collectively taken hundreds of online courses and even completed some online degrees. We’re excited to find someone who shares our enthusiasm for the world of online education.

Hiring Process:
What to Expect:

1. Application Review - We personally review every application
2. Paid Writing Test - Demonstrate your skills through a comprehensive assignment (compensation for serious efforts only)
3. Interview - Meet with our founder to discuss your approach and experience
4. Paid Trial - Work with our team on a real article
5. Final Decision - Join us full-time or receive constructive feedback

We value quality over speed and look for writers who can demonstrate genuine research skills and clear thinking.

Instructions to Apply:
To qualify, please send your resume, 2-3 relevant articles (preferably technical, published or unpublished), a detailed list of online courses you’ve completed, and links to your GitHub or any relevant technical projects or repositories to careersclasscentral.com.

We’re only looking for individual contributors. No agencies or companies will qualify.

Job Details:

• Position: Developer Education Specialist (Course Guide Author)
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Location: Remote (Global)
• Experience Level: Entry to Mid-level
• Compensation: Paid writing test and trial period, exact compensation details provided during interview process

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong writing and research abilities with a technical background
• Experience with online learning platforms and course evaluation
• Familiarity with programming languages, cybersecurity concepts, or software development
• Excellent command-line proficiency
• Ability to independently manage projects and deadlines
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Experience with technical documentation and course creation

Preferred Skills:

• Prior experience in technical writing or educational content creation
• Knowledge of computer science subjects like algorithms, data structures, networking, or security
• Understanding of machine learning, AI, or DevOps concepts
• Experience with cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Familiarity with version control systems like Git
• Experience with markdown, HTML, or other content formatting tools

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough research and evaluation of technical online courses
• Create detailed, actionable guides for learners
• Develop clear, informative content with visual elements and layouts
• Maintain quality standards and consistency in all published materials
• Collaborate with editorial team to ensure content meets publication standards
• Stay current with emerging technologies and educational trends
• Provide constructive feedback on course quality and learning effectiveness

Technology Stack and Tools:

• Command-line interfaces
• Online learning platforms (Coursera, edX, Udemy, etc.)
• Content creation and editing tools
• Version control systems (Git)
• Markdown and HTML formatting
• Data visualization tools

Company Culture:

• Fully remote, asynchronous work environment
• Minimal meetings and flexible scheduling
• Profitable and independent company structure
• Emphasis on quality over quantity
• Supportive team environment focused on learning and growth

This is a unique opportunity for someone passionate about technology education and writing to make a significant impact on how millions of learners access and benefit from online courses. Your work will directly influence educational outcomes for learners worldwide.