Technical Writer 3

Location: Richmond, Virginia, USA

Duration: 5 months (Remote)

Visa Status: USC, GC, GCEAD, H1B, C2C

Job Description:

The Technical Writer will provide written product for technical and non-technical audiences in support of an Agile development team, to include but not limited to user guides, API documents, and release notes.

Applicants will submit a writing sample with their application.

Required 5 Years 5 years’ experience creating software documentation (user guides, API documents, release notes, etc.)
Required 5 Years Ability to tailor content for both technical and non-technical audiences
Required 5 Years Proficiency in organizing complex technical information clearly and logically
Required 5 Years Expert in the use of MS Word, Google Docs, Confluence, or similar tools
Required 5 Years Knowledge of Markdown, HTML/CSS
Required 5 Years Proficiency with Adobe Acrobat, SnagIT, or similar tools for visuals
Required 5 Years Experience with Git or other version control systems at the contributor or read only level and documentation platforms such as GitBook
Required 5 Years Understanding of Scrum/Agile methodology
Required 5 Years Familiarity with REST APIs, JSON, and software architecture concepts
Required 5 Years Ability to read code snippets
Required 5 Years Excellent grammar, clarity and attention to detail in written products
Required 5 Years Ability to interview subject matter experts (SMEs) and distill complex information
Required 5 Years Strong versioning and documentation review practices
Required 5 Years Experience writing for software products (SaaS, desktop, or mobile)
Highly desired 5 Years Experience with UX writing highly desirable
Required 5 Years Familiarity with diagramming tools (Lucidchart, Draw.io, etc.) highly desired