Technical Writer
*Local to Richmond, VA only please
*This is a remote position
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 Skills/Knowledge/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 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), Required 5 Years
- Experience with UX writing highly desirable, Highly desired 5 Years
- Familiarity with diagramming tools (Lucidchart, Draw.io, etc.) highly desired, Required 5 Years
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