Technical Writer 3

Beyond SOF

Richmond, Virginia

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Adobe Acrobat, Agile Programming Methodologies, Application Programming Interface (API), Cloud Computing, Detail Oriented, Google Apps, JSON, Microsoft Word, REST (Representational State Transfer), Scrum Project Management and Software Development, Software Architecture, Software Development, TechSmith SnagIt, Technical Support, Technical Writing, User Interface/Experience (UI/UX)
LOCATION
Richmond, Virginia
POSTED
30+ days ago
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.
SkillRequired / DesiredAmountExperience
5 years’ experience creating software documentation (user guides, API documents, release notes, etc.)Required5Years
Ability to tailor content for both technical and non-technical audiencesRequired5Years
Proficiency in organizing complex technical information clearly and logicallyRequired5Years
Expert in the use of MS Word, Google Docs, Confluence, or similar toolsRequired5Years
Knowledge of Markdown, HTML/CSSRequired5Years
Proficiency with Adobe Acrobat, SnagIT, or similar tools for visualsRequired5Years
Experience with Git or other version control systems at the contributor or read only level and documentation platforms such as GitBookRequired5Years
Understanding of Scrum/Agile methodologyRequired5Years
Familiarity with REST APIs, JSON, and software architecture conceptsRequired5Years
Ability to read code snippetsRequired5Years
Excellent grammar, clarity and attention to detail in written productsRequired5Years
Ability to interview subject matter experts (SMEs) and distill complex informationRequired5Years
Strong versioning and documentation review practicesRequired5Years
Experience writing for software products (SaaS, desktop, or mobile)Required5Years
Experience with UX writing highly desirableHighly desired5Years
Familiarity with diagramming tools (Lucidchart, Draw.io, etc.) highly desiredRequired5Years

 
Question 1Commonwealth 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 2Please list candidate's email address.
Question 3In what City and State is your candidate currently located?
Question 4Please make sure to add a writing sample with your submittal. It can be in a separate document from the resume.

 
 

About the Company

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Beyond SOF

Beyond SOF, LLC is a SDVOSB (registered with CVE) which offers the following services: Special Operations Integration and Recruitment Business Development/Brokerage Tech Integration Sensitive Technical Solutions
COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Other/Not Classified
FOUNDED
2011
WEBSITE
https://beyondsof.com/