InfoStride is hiring: Technical Writer in Richmond

Job Description – Technical Writer 3

Location: Richmond, Va (Hybrid – Onsite As Needed)

Interview: Phone Or In-Person

Pay rate : $25/hr on W2

OR

$27/hr on 1099/C2C

Overview

Client is hiring a Technical Writer to create clear, user-friendly documentation for a cloud-based software development project. The writer will work closely with Agile teams, developers, and product managers to produce high-quality technical documents.

Responsibilities

• Create clear and concise documentation for technical and non-technical audiences.

• Work with developers/SMEs to develop user guides, API docs, release notes, SOPs, etc.

• Maintain version control and follow documentation standards.

• Ensure formatting, accessibility, and compliance with agency guidelines.

• Manage multiple documentation tasks and meet deadlines.

Required Skills (5+ Years)

• Technical writing in government or tech environment.

• Strong MS Word, Google Docs, Confluence.

• Adobe Acrobat, SnagIT for visuals.

• Experience with Git, GitBook, or similar documentation platforms.

• Understanding of Agile/Scrum.

• Familiarity with REST APIs, JSON, and ability to read code snippets.

• Excellent writing, clarity, and attention to detail.

• Experience creating user guides, manuals, SOPs, technical documentation.

• Ability to interview SMEs and simplify complex info.

Highly Desired

• Government documentation & accessibility compliance.

• Diagram tools (Lucidchart, ).

• Basic programming or IT knowledge.

• UX writing experience.

• Markdown, HTML/CSS.

• Experience writing for SaaS or software products.