Tech Features Writer – Raspberry Pi, 3D Printing, Hobbies Tech

Valnet

. Write first-person, hands-on features based on real projects involving maker technology and computing .

Posted 11/7/2026contractRemote • United States, CanadaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates hands-on experience with 3D printing and Raspberry Pi, along with strong writing and editing skills in English. Capable of producing engaging technical content and troubleshooting self-hosted services while staying current with maker technology trends.

Highest-signal resume keywords

3D Printing ExperienceRaspberry Pi ProficiencyLinux Command Line KnowledgeTechnical Writing SkillsSelf-Hosted Services Troubleshooting

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Hard Skills

3D PrintingRaspberry PiLinuxDockerSlicersTechnical WritingProject-Based WritingCAD SoftwareArduinoESP32

Soft Skills

Self-Starter AttitudeClear CommunicationReliability Under Deadlines

Tools & Technologies

Bambu StudioOrcaSlicerPrusaSlicerCuraHome Lab SetupNAS Setup

Industry Keywords

Maker TechnologySBC3D Printing NewsCommunity ProjectsEditorial Guidelines

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

DockerLinux

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Write first-person, hands-on features based on real projects involving maker technology and computing
Produce project write-ups, tutorials, listicles, opinion pieces, and timely news about Raspberry Pi and 3D printing launches
Pitch original story ideas based on personal builds, experiments, and failures
Take original photos of projects, prints, and setups
Find and format images according to editorial guidelines
Enter articles into the in-house CMS
Stay current with maker, SBC, 3D printing, and self-hosting news, including releases, price changes, software updates, and community projects
Coordinate with the editorial team on assignments and feedback
Contribute reliably and consistently under tight deadlines

Requirements

What you’ll need

Applicants must be located in the US or Canada
Relevant experience writing and editing in English
Ownership of, and regular hands-on experience with, at least one 3D printer and one or more Raspberry Pis or other SBCs
Working knowledge of Linux and the command line
Experience setting up and troubleshooting self-hosted services; Docker experience is a plus
Comfort with slicers such as Bambu Studio, OrcaSlicer, PrusaSlicer, and Cura
Ability to diagnose print-quality problems
Ability to explain technical projects clearly and with personality to beginners and experienced tinkerers
Relevant writing samples, including 2–3 tech articles; hands-on or project-based pieces strongly preferred
CV and cover letter required
Self-starter attitude
Nice to have: CAD experience with Fusion, OpenSCAD, Onshape, Tinkercad or similar
Nice to have: Arduino, ESP32, or Pico project experience, including basic wiring or soldering
Nice to have: actively maintained home lab or NAS setup
Nice to have: background in IT, sysadmin, or networking

Benefits

Comp & perks

Freelance 1099 contract arrangement