Technical Writer

Pyramid Consulting; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm in Richmond, VA is seeking a candidate for a possible 6+ months contract focused on technical documentation development. Responsibilities include working with systems analysts and developers to create and manage documentation. Candidates should have experience in preparing technical documents and familiarity with web publication platforms such as Confluence. Strong independent work skills are necessary. A minimum of 3 years in technical writing and related fields is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience preparing technical documentation is critical.
• Familiarity with web publication platforms like Confluence is essential.
• A minimum of 3+ years of service and systems experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and deliver technical information to appropriate audiences.
• Collaborate with systems analysts and developers on documentation.
• Utilize word processing and web authoring tools for documentation.

Skills

Technical documentation preparation

Web publication platforms (Confluence, HTML, Sphinx)

Systems experience

Independent work and milestone delivery

COF experience (preferred)

Deep knowledge of technologies and architectures

Lean/Agile experience (desired)

Strong writing skills

Job description

Description: Possible 6+ Months Contract

Must sit here in Richmond, VA

Job Description:

• Responsible for the development, maintenance, management and delivery of technical information or documentation to the appropriate audiences in the appropriate , standard formats via print and online mediums.
• Responsible for using and/or developing industry and , technical writing practices and procedures.
• Works directly with systems analysts and developers to write and edit program and system documentation, user manuals, training courses and procedures.
• Utilizes word processing, presentation, and Web authoring applications.

Skills:

• Experience preparing technical documentation.
• Web site and other electronic publication platforms such as confluence, HTML, Sphinx, etc.
• Service Experience 3+ years Systems Experience
• Has worked on multiple system in sequential fashionWorks substantially with little supervision or oversight to deliver key milestones
• COF experience Preferred – not required
• Deep knowledge of specific technologies and new and current architectures
• Lean/Agile experience desired but not required
• Writing: Strong; Demonstrated experience supporting requirements, data and systems analysis

Communication : General experience dealing with several clients

Additional Information

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