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Senior Technical Writer

Virtual Vocations Inc · New York, NY, USA ·

Job type:
Full Time

Collaborating closely with product teams, the full-time Senior Technical Writer will produce engaging user guides and documentation for a general business audience, ensuring clarity and relatability in technical content while working remotely.
Key responsibilities

Produce user-centric technical documentation, including user guides and how-tos, that tell a cohesive story and align with product development
Work with product engineering, management, and integration teams to create accessible documentation for diverse audiences
Maintain high-quality standards while managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

Required qualifications

Bachelor's degree or higher in English, technical communications, computer science, or a related field
3+ years of experience as a technical writer for business or developer audiences in an Agile software company
Proven ability to write detailed, user-focused documentation in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in Markdown or another markup language, and knowledge of one or more programming languages (Java, Go, Python, TypeScript)
Strong writing portfolio demonstrating relevant skills and a business-friendly, user-focused perspective