Technical Copy Editor

Aquent; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking an experienced technical editor to enhance communication and documentation for a global audience. In this dynamic role, you will manage small projects, ensuring that technical readiness materials meet high standards of quality and accessibility. Collaborating with diverse teams, you'll play a crucial part in creating documentation that empowers users and supports effective onboarding. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for clear communication, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Subsidized Health Plans

Vision and Dental Plans

Paid Sick Leave

Retirement Plans with Match

Free Online Training

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in technical writing with strong communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work with remote teams.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and simplify technical documentation for clarity.
• Prepare and publish documentation and videos for internal and customer use.

Skills

Technical Writing

Communication Skills

Project Management

Microsoft 365

Content Management

Tools

Articulate Storyline

Camtasia

GitHub

Markdown

Azure Dev Ops

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced technical editor with excellent communication skills and experience in preparing technical readiness materials and customer-facing documentation for a global audience. This person will also be responsible for managing small projects across v-teams and communicating status. The team is responsible for creating and maintaining change management and new hire readiness material as well as customer-facing documentation across the entire program. The team works in collaboration with product groups, operations, development, and delivery teams to ensure that our team members are informed and trained to effectively assist customers in deploying and onboarding plans and services.

Responsibilities:

1. Analyze, interpret, and simplify technical, operational, and readiness documentation currently in use.
2. Prepare documentation and videos for publication and localization (both internal and customer-facing use), including process documents, technical articles, guides, reports, and some limited graphics.
3. Ensure all documentation aligns with standards including formatting, quality, and accuracy standards as outlined in the Writing Style Guide, Accessibility and Term usage standards, and Brand Central.
4. Manage and regularly communicate project timelines and expectations across multiple stakeholders.
5. Assist with content management to ensure content stays fresh and relevant.

Experience:

1. 3+ years’ experience in a technical writing role.
2. Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
3. Microsoft 365 product experience or knowledge.
4. Technical expertise with products such as Articulate Storyline, Camtasia or Clipchamp, GitHub, Markdown, and .xml.
5. Familiarity and ability to manage work in Azure Dev Ops.
6. Strong project management and communication skills.
7. Ability and desire to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
8. Ability to handle ambiguity and multi-task.
9. Proven track record of working with a remote team.
10. Work experience with Microsoft 365 Copilot is a plus.

The target hiring compensation range for this role is $38 to $40 an hour. Compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to, education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location.

About Aquent Talent:

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands.

Our eligible talent get access to benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium.

More information on our benefits!

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

We’re committed to creating an inclusive environment—one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.

Client Description

Our client is a large technology company based in Redmond, Washington, with a mission to empower every person and organization on the planet to achieve more. They develop computer software, consumer electronics, personal computers, and related services. This company enables digital transformation for the era of an intelligent cloud and an intelligent edge.

Working here, you will be part of a company that values:

Aquent is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.