Technical Writer 3

The client is seeking a Technical Writer for a cloud-based software development project with the initial phase currently in progress.

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.

• Skill Required / Desired Amount Experience 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 Git Book
• 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)
• Required 5 Years Experience with UX writing highly desirable Highly desired 5 Years
• Required 5 Years Familiarity with diagramming tools (Lucidchart, Draw.io, etc.) highly desired Required 5 Years
• Required 5 Years