In our last guide, we talked about the strategy for finding high-paying freelance writing gigs in tech. But what if you could skip the pitching process and go straight to companies that are actively looking for writers like you?
Welcome to the world of technical content programs.
Dozens of top-tier tech companies—from cloud hosting providers to data science platforms—run “write for us” programs. They will pay you a handsome fee, often hundreds of pounds, for a single, high-quality technical article.
This is one of the best ways for developers, engineers, and tech enthusiasts to build a powerful portfolio, establish themselves as an expert, and create a lucrative side hustle. We’ve curated a list of some of the best programs out there right now.
Before You Start: The Keys to Getting Accepted
These programs are competitive. They aren’t looking for generic content; they want deep, practical, and insightful articles. To succeed, you need:
Real-World Expertise: You must have hands-on experience with the technologies you’re writing about. The content needs to be written by a practitioner for practitioners.
A Clear, Actionable Idea: Don’t just pitch “An article about Python.” Pitch “A Step-by-Step Tutorial on Building a REST API with FastAPI and Python.”
Strong Writing Skills: Your code might be brilliant, but your prose needs to be too. Your article must be well-structured, easy to follow, and free of grammatical errors.
10+ Tech Companies That Will Pay You to Write
This is a mix of some of the most well-known and respected paid content programs in the tech industry.
(Note: Payouts and program status can change. Always check the official program page for the most current details.)
1. DigitalOcean
- What they want: In-depth tutorials on cloud computing, Linux, open-source software, and software development, often focused on their platform. Their “Write for DOnations” program is legendary.
- Payout: Typically around $300 – $400 USD per article. They also offer the option to donate your fee to a tech-focused charity.
- Best for: Developers with strong DevOps, Linux, and cloud infrastructure skills. Apply here.
2. Auth0 (Okta)
- What they want: Articles about identity, security, authentication, and programming languages (Go, .NET, JavaScript, Python). They look for practical tutorials that incorporate their identity platform.
- Payout: Up to $450 USD for in-depth technical articles.
- Best for: Developers with a passion for security, identity management, and API development.
3. Twilio
- What they want: The Twilio Champions Program is looking for tutorials that show developers how to use Twilio’s APIs for communication (SMS, voice, video, etc.).
- Payout: A highly competitive $650 USD or more per article.
- Best for: Developers who love building communication-focused applications and working with APIs.
4. Sanity.io
- What they want: Content about structured content, modern web development, and tutorials involving their headless CMS platform. They are particularly interested in content around JavaScript frameworks like React and Next.js.
- Payout: They have a guest contributor program with competitive rates.
- Best for: Web developers, especially those in the Jamstack and headless CMS space. Join here.
5. Hasura
- What they want: Technical tutorials on GraphQL, serverless, and full-stack development, often incorporating Hasura’s GraphQL engine.
- Payout: Up to $300 USD per article.
- Best for: Developers with a strong background in GraphQL and modern database technologies. Apply here.
6. Civo
- What they want: Civo is a cloud-native service provider, so they are looking for tutorials on Kubernetes (K8s), cloud-native technologies, and DevOps.
- Payout: Up to $500 USD for articles and tutorials.
- Best for: DevOps engineers and anyone with deep Kubernetes expertise. Apply here.
7. LogRocket
- What they want: High-quality tutorials on frontend development, including React, Vue, Node.js, and web performance. They are known for their very high editorial standards.
- Payout: They offer competitive rates, often up to $350 USD per post.
- Best for: Experienced frontend developers who can write with authority.
8. CircleCI
- What they want: Articles focused on CI/CD, DevOps, software testing, and engineering best practices. They want content for a highly technical audience of software engineers.
- Payout: Up to $314 USD (a fun nod to Pi) per article.
- Best for: Software engineers and DevOps professionals with experience in building and maintaining deployment pipelines.
9. Draft.dev
- What they want: This is a bit different. Draft.dev is a technical marketing agency, not a single company. You apply to be one of their writers, and they match you with their tech clients.
- Payout: Rates vary by client but are typically $300 – $600 USD per article.
- Best for: Prolific writers who want a steady stream of work from various tech companies without having to find the clients themselves. Apply here.
10. Tutorialspoint
- What they want: They accept a very wide range of tutorials on almost any technical topic, from programming languages to data science and machine learning.
- Payout: Up to $500 USD per tutorial.
- Best for: Experts in a wide variety of tech fields who can create comprehensive, step-by-step guides. Apply here.
How to Get Started
- Build a Small Portfolio: Before you apply, write 2-3 of your best technical articles on your own blog or on a platform like Medium or dev.to. This is your proof of quality.
- Read Their Guidelines: Every program has specific submission guidelines. Read them carefully.
- Craft a Perfect Pitch: Send a concise email with a clear, specific, and valuable article idea.
Your Tech Knowledge is a Valuable Asset
Don’t just give your expertise away for free. These programs are a testament to the fact that high-quality technical knowledge is in huge demand.
Which of these programs are you most excited to apply for? Do you know of any other great “write for us” opportunities in tech? Share this post if you found it helpful, like it to show your support, and join the conversation in the comments below!
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