Technical Writer

ProTek Consulting; Vienna (VA); Remote; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Technical Writer to create user-friendly documentation for software products. This role involves collaborating with engineers and project managers to translate complex technical concepts into clear, accessible content. You'll be responsible for maintaining high-quality documentation, including API guides and release notes, while managing documentation repositories. Join a passionate team that values long-term relationships and strives for excellence in candidate-to-job matches. This part-time position offers flexibility and the chance to contribute to impactful cybersecurity solutions.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in technical writing for software or tech-driven companies.
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into user-friendly documentation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain high-quality user documentation, including templates and release notes.
• Collaborate with engineers and project managers to gather information for documentation.

Skills

Technical Writing

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Understanding Software Architecture

Editing and Proofreading

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Technical Writing

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in English

Tools

Confluence

Git

JIRA

Job description

Technical Writer

Location: NOVA, Maryland, DC / Remote

Part time – 15 hours/week

Start date – Mid march

Our client provides software-based cybersecurity solutions for networks that operate critical infrastructure including Department of Defense, financial, renewable energy, and telecommunications. The client has built the most secure PKI offering available commercially and is working to expand its product portfolio.

As a Technical Writer, your role is creating user-friendly documentation that enables customers, developers, and internal teams to understand and use software products effectively. You will work closely with project managers, developers, and support teams to ensure documentation aligns with user needs and business goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, write, and maintain high-quality user documentation, including templates, API documentation, and release notes.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, to gather information and translate complex technical concepts into easy-to-understand content.
• Collect and organize current technical documents to develop standardized templates, workflow documentation, and improve overall formatting for more professional and presentable materials
• Edit and proofread technical content to ensure clarity, accuracy, and usability.
• Manage documentation repositories and version control systems (e.g., Confluence, GitHub).
• Stay updated with industry trends and best practices in technical writing and software documentation.

Required Skills And Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Technical Writing, Computer Science, Engineering, English, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Technical Writer in a software or technology-driven company.
• Strong ability to understand and document software architecture, APIs, and development workflows.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail and clarity.
• Proficiency with documentation tools such as Confluence, Git, or similar.
• Familiarity with JIRA.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams.

Company Description

PROTEK Consulting is a Woman-Owned Small Business led by an experienced team of industry veterans. Together, we make impeccable candidate-to-job matches delivering the right fit for our clients, every time. We work tirelessly in pursuit of the perfect match for our clients, with the ultimate goal of becoming one of their strategic business partners. We value and strive for a long-term relationship not short-term gain. We put our client’s interest in front of our own. We work really hard to understand our client’s underlying interests not just surface “wants”. We are genuinely passionate and enthusiastic about connecting our clients with the perfect match.

PROTEK Consulting is a Woman-Owned Small Business led by an experienced team of industry veterans. Together, we make impeccable candidate-to-job matches delivering the right fit for our clients, every time. We work tirelessly in pursuit of the perfect match for our clients, with the ultimate goal of becoming one of their strategic business partners. We value and strive for a long-term relationship not short-term gain. We put our client’s interest in front of our own. We work really hard to understand our client’s underlying interests not just surface “wants”. We are genuinely passionate and enthusiastic about connecting our clients with the perfect match.