Senior Cloud Infrastructure Technical Writer (AI, Private Cloud, Virtualization, Data Sovereignty)
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About the role
Job Overview
We are looking for a highly experienced Cloud Infrastructure Engineer with exceptional technical & creative writing skills to create deep research-driven, thought-leadership blog articles on topics such as:
- AI-Enabled Cloud Infrastructure
- Private Cloud, Server Virtualization & Hyperconverged Infrastructure (HCI)
- Data Sovereignty & Compliance
- Multi-cloud / Hybrid Cloud Architecture
- Enterprise IT Modernization
- VMware (vSphere, etc.)
This role goes beyond standard content writing — we need someone who can deliver research-backed, authoritative, and insight-driven content for enterprise decision-makers (CIOs, CTOs, IT Heads, DevOps leaders).
The ideal candidate should have experience & understanding of GEO, AEO and E-E-A-T SEO techniques.
Key Responsibilities
- Write long-form, high-quality articles (1,500–2,500 words)
- Conduct extensive independent research for every article
- Add credible citations and references from sources such as:
- Government announcements and official websites
- University publications and whitepapers
- Peer-reviewed journals
- Recognized industry research reports
- Include a minimum of 3 credible references per article
- Add at least one relevant quote from a recognized industry expert, analyst, or thought leader to improve engagement and authority
- Translate complex technical topics into clear, strategic, business-oriented narratives
- Follow provided content outlines and keyword sets strictly align content with SEO, GEO, and AEO strategies
Required Technical Expertise
MUST-HAVE Background
- 5+ years of experience in:
- Cloud Infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP, hybrid cloud)
- Virtualization (VMware, KVM, Hyper-V, Nutanix, Proxmox, HCI platforms)
- Strong knowledge of:
- AI infrastructure & GPU-enabled workloads
- Kubernetes, containers, DevOps workflows
- Storage systems (SAN, NAS, SDS)
- Networking (SDN, hybrid connectivity)
- Data sovereignty, compliance, and regulations
Content & Research Requirements
Every article must be:
- Factually accurate and research-backed
- Supported by minimum 3 authoritative references (hyperlinked)
- Written with clear logical structure and strong narrative flow
Writers must:
- Avoid generic or superficial writing
- Provide data points, statistics, and real-world examples
- Use credible and verifiable sources only
SEO, GEO, and AEO Writing Requirements
SEO (Search Engine Optimization)
Writers must:
- Naturally incorporate primary and secondary keywords
- Optimize:
- Headings (H1, H2, H3 structure)
- Meta descriptions (if required)
- Internal linking opportunities
- Maintain:
- Keyword density balance (no keyword stuffing)
- High readability and structured formatting
GEO (Generative Engine Optimization)
Content should be optimized for AI-driven search and generative engines (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini):
- Write clear, authoritative, and factual content AI systems can easily cite
- Include:
- Definitions and concise explanations
- Structured sections (FAQs, summaries, key takeaways)
- Ensure:
- High credibility and source-backed claims
- Content is context-rich and semantically complete
AEO (Answer Engine Optimization)
Content must be suitable for featured snippets and direct answers:
- Include:
- Short, precise answer blocks
- FAQ sections with structured Q&A
- Use:
- Bullet points, step-by-step lists, and summaries
- Provide:
- Clear, concise responses to likely user queries
Preferred Experience (Strong Advantage)
- Experience writing about:
- Virtualization & HCI solutions
- Enterprise cloud transformation
- Background in:
- Pre-sales engineering / solution architecture
- Familiarity with:
- Gartner-style research and enterprise positioning
- Experience targeting APAC & Middle East, Europe and LATAM markets
Deliverables
- 6-8 articles per month (scalable)
- Each article: 1,500–2,500 words
- Includes:
- Minimum 3 references (mandatory)
- 1 expert quote
- Strong structure (H2/H3 headings)
- 100% original (not AI written) and plagiarism-free
Application Requirements
To apply, include:
- 3–5 writing samples from previous jobs (cloud/IT-related only)
- Brief overview of:
- Technical expertise
- Writing experience
- Confirmation that you:
- Are comfortable with research-heavy writing
- Can include citations and expert quotes
- Understand SEO, GEO, and AEO content practices
What We’re Looking For
A deep technical expert who can write authoritatively someone who combines:
- Engineering knowledge
- Research capability
- Strategic content thinking
- A long-term partner to build high-impact enterprise content
Long-Term Opportunity
You’ll work closely with a growing enterprise tech brand building influential, research-driven content for global (APAC, Middle East, Europe, LATAM - focused) markets.
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