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No Starch Press

No Starch Press

New York, NY, USA
Posted on Mar 1, 2026
As our Developmental Editor, you'll develop and manage technical book projects from concept through publication. You'll work directly with authors to develop manuscripts, coordinate with technical reviewers, and ensure books meet our quality standards. This position requires strong technical understanding, excellent judgment, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.What You'll Do:- Guide authors through the manuscript development process- Edit technical content for clarity, accuracy, and structure- Hire and manage technical reviewers- Coordinate projects through production timelines- Collaborate with marketing and production teamsRequirements:- 5+ years of hands-on editing experience in technical book publishing at a publishing company- Strong understanding of programming concepts and technical terminology- Proven experience working with technical authors- Project management skills with ability to handle multiple simultaneous projects- Excellent writing and editing abilities- Experience with Word, LibreOffice, and ideally LaTeX/Overleaf- Bachelor's degree- Ability to work independently while maintaining regular team communicationTo Apply:Please send your resume and a cover letter to jobs@nostarch.com that shows you've researched this specific role and No Starch Press. We're looking for someone genuinely interested in technical publishing, so tell us what specifically interests you about working with our books and authors.