Technical Author (Contract)

WNTD; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology consultancy seeks a Technical Author to create clear documentation and presentations for senior leadership, collaborating with DevSecOps Engineers. This contract role, paying between £425 - £460 per day, requires strong technical writing skills and proficiency with Jira and Confluence. The position involves translating complex information into accessible formats and improving documentation processes.

Qualifications

• Proven background as a Technical Author/Writer in IT, DevOps, or cybersecurity.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to simplify complex technical language.
• Collaborative and detail-oriented, able to work closely with engineers and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Partner with DevSecOps Engineers to develop documentation, presentations, and reports.
• Translate highly technical concepts into clear, accessible content for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Maintain and improve process documentation, technical manuals, and security reporting.

Skills

Technical writing

Communication skills

Collaboration

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Overview

Technical Author (Contract)

Rate: £425 - £460 all-in
Duration: 6 months - Inside IR35
Location: 3 days onsite in Sheffield, Birmingham, or Edinburgh

We are looking for a Technical Author to work alongside DevSecOps Engineers, translating technical findings into clear, concise documentation and presentations for senior security leadership. This role suits someone who thrives on bringing structure and clarity to complex information.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with DevSecOps Engineers to develop documentation, presentations, and reports.
• Translate highly technical concepts into clear, accessible content for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Maintain and improve process documentation, technical manuals, and security reporting.
• Create professional, engaging presentations for senior stakeholders.
• Contribute to knowledge-sharing practices, ensuring accuracy and consistency across materials.

Skills & Experience

• Proven background as a Technical Author/Writer in IT, DevOps, or cybersecurity.
• Proficient with Jira and Confluence (or similar documentation tools).
• Strong communication skills with the ability to simplify complex technical language.
• Experience developing presentations and structured documentation for senior leadership.
• Collaborative and detail-oriented, able to work closely with engineers and stakeholders.