Technical Writer 3 Job at Beyond SOF in Richmond

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

Years

Ability to tailor content for both technical and non-technical audiences

Required

Years

Proficiency in organizing complex technical information clearly and logically

Required

Years

Expert in the use of MS Word, Google Docs, Confluence, or similar tools

Required

Years

Knowledge of Markdown, HTML / CSS

Required

Years

Proficiency with Adobe Acrobat, SnagIT, or similar tools for visuals

Required

Years

Experience with Git or other version control systems at the contributor or read only level and documentation platforms such as GitBook

Required

Years

Understanding of Scrum / Agile methodology

Required

Years

Familiarity with REST APIs, JSON, and software architecture concepts

Required

Years

Ability to read code snippets

Required

Years

Excellent grammar, clarity and attention to detail in written products

Required

Years

Ability to interview subject matter experts (SMEs) and distill complex information

Required

Years

Strong versioning and documentation review practices

Required

Years

Experience writing for software products (SaaS, desktop, or mobile)

Required

Years

Experience with UX writing highly desirable

Highly desired

Years

Familiarity with diagramming tools (Lucidchart, Draw.io, etc.) highly desired

Required

Years

Question 1

Commonwealth of Virginia security policies prohibit the use of offshore IT contractors. Do you attest to the fact that your candidate will physically reside within the US for the duration of the assignment?

Question 2

Please list candidate's email address.

Question 3

In what City and State is your candidate currently located?

Question 4

Please make sure to add a writing sample with your submittal. It can be in a separate document from the resume.

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