Job Title: Technical Writer
Location: Remote USA (CST or EST location preferred)
Position: Contract (approx. 3-5 months with possible extension)
Overview
TalentFish is casting a line for a professional
Technical Writer! This is a remote contract opportunity with our premier Software Technology client.
This is an urgent need. Applicants must be able to start immediately.
In this role, you'll leverage your writing expertise and technical acumen to create comprehensive documentation that empowers users and drives understanding. If you're passionate about crafting precise and user-friendly content in a fast-paced, innovative environment, we'd love to hear from you!
Preferred Skills And Experience
- Bachelor's degree desired (or equivalent) in computer science, journalism, communications, or relevant technical field.
- 3+ years of experience as a professional Technical Writer.
- Experienced in writing documentation and editing and evaluating complex technical content for various audiences.
- Experience working in the software development industry is a big plus.
- Experience with copy writing and instructional design.
- Preferred experience writing SaaS documentation.
- Understanding of mobile devices, applications, digital integration and consumer technology is desired.
- Superb written communication skills, with a keen eye for detail.
- Experience in using XML tools to create documentation.
What You Will Do
- Develop comprehensive documentation that meets organizational standards.
- Gain solid understanding of products and services, and translate complex information into simple, polished, engaging content.
- Write user-friendly content that meets the needs of target audience, turning insights into language for user success.
- Develop and maintain detailed database of reference materials, including research, usability tests, and design specifications.
- Evaluate current content and develop innovative methods for improvement.
Responsibilities
- Research, outline, write, and edit content, working closely with various departments to understand project requirements.
- Gather information from subject-matter experts and develop, organize, and write procedure manuals, technical specifications, and process documentation.
- Work with development and support leads to identify documentation repositories, revise and edit, and determine best solutions for data compilation and centralized storage.
- Research, create, and maintain information architecture templates that adhere to organizational and legal standards and allow for easy data migration.
- Develop content in alternative media forms for maximum usability, with consistent voice across all documentation.
TalentFish is an employee-owned company pioneering a new realm in talent acquisition. We are redefining IT staffing by evolving AI, video screening, and our unique platform. TalentFish focuses on providing the best employee, consultant, and client experience possible. At TalentFish we are an Equal Opportunity Employer; we embrace and encourage diversity!