Technical Writer

Our government client is looking for a Technical Writer on a hybrid 9+ months renewable contract role in Richmond, VA.

Position – Technical Writer | W2 RATE - $34/hr | hybrid

Must be able to work a hybrid schedule. Local Candidates preferred

This engagement will require writing a style guide for a software development project. Applicants are required to submit a technical writing sample with their application, preferably a style guide or similar product. Applications that do not include a writing sample will not be considered.

The agency is seeking a highly skilled Technical Writer with proven experience in developing clear, concise, user-friendly documentation for complex technical products. This position plays a critical role in ensuring that complex technical information is communicated clearly and effectively to internal and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate for this position will be able to develop documentation for a cloud-based software development project with the initial phase currently in progress.

• Translate complex concepts into clear, concise and accessible language for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Manage multiple documentation projects and meet established deadlines.
• Collaborate with developers, product managers, and subject matter experts to provide a 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.
• Maintain strong version control and documentation review practices.
• Ensure documentation complies with agency standards, accessibility requirements, and formatting guidelines.

• 5 Years of Bachelor’s degree in English, Technical Communication, Computer Science, or a related field Required
• Minimum of 5 + years of experience in technical writing, preferably in a government or technology environment Required
• 5 Years of Expert in the use of MS Word, Google Docs, Confluence, or similar tools Required
• 5 Years of Proficiency with Adobe Acrobat, SnagIT, or similar tools for visuals Required
• 5 Years of Experience with Git or other version control systems at the contributor or read only level and documentation platforms such as Git Book or similar Required
• 5 Years of Understanding of Scrum/Agile methodology Required
• 5 Years of Familiarity with REST APIs, JSON, and software architecture concepts Required
• 5 Years of Ability to read code snippet Required
• 5 Years of Excellent written and verbal communication skills, clarity and attention to detail in written products Required
• 5 Years of Experience creating, editing, and maintaining technical documentation including manuals, user guides, standard operating procedure, and etc Required
• 5 Years of Ability to interview subject matter experts (SMEs) and distill complex information Required
• 5 Years of Experience with government documentation and standards and accessibility compliance Highly desired
• 5 Years of Familiarity with diagramming tools (Lucidchart, Draw.io, etc.) highly desired Highly desired
• 5 Years of Basic knowledge of programming languages or IT systems Highly desired
• 5 Years of Experience with UX writing is highly desirable Highly desired
• 5 Years of Knowledge of programming languages, such as Markdown and HTML/CSS Highly desired
• 5 Years of Experience writing for software products. (SaaS, desktop, or mobile) Highly desired

Vector Consulting, Inc., (Headquartered in Atlanta) is an IT Talent Acquisition Solutions firm committed to delivering results. Since our founding in 1990, we have been partnering with our customers, understanding their business, and developing solutions with a commitment to quality, reliability and value. Our continuing growth has been and continues to be built around successful relationships that are based on our organization's operating philosophy and commitment to People, Partnerships, Purpose and Performance - THE VECTOR WAY