Role: Elect - Technical Writer 3
Location: 1100 Bank St Richmond, VA 23219 - REMOTE
Interview Process: Web Cam Interview Only
Please make sure to add a writing sample with your submittal. It can be in a separate document from the resume.
Job description:
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 Matrix:
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 |