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CultureFit

Technical Writer

Chicago, IL

A. in English, Creative Writing, Computer Science, or related field 2-5+ years working as a Technical Writer, preferably in the IT/Software industry 1-3+ years providing technical support in the ...

Adaptic

Technical Writer

Fort George G Meade, MD

Overview Adaptic is looking for Technical Writers to make a huge impact on the DOD/Intel community ... Creates code documentation for software; produces implementation guides and end-user guides for ...

Collabera

Technical Writer

Barrington, IL · On-site

The Technical Writer creates software product and service documentation for end users and service engineers. Develop and manage all documentations requirements. Review, edit and test documentation ...

Redolent, Inc

Technical Writer

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

BA degree in English, Journalism, Technical Writing, a related field or equivalent practical experience. 5 years of experience writing software documentation in a web production environment. Writing ...

Everwatch

Technical Writer

Annapolis Junction, MD · On-site

$62.50 - $85.73/hr

Job Title Technical Writer Overview EverWatch is a government solutions company providing advanced ... Experience creating code documentation for software * Experience producing implementation guides ...

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Centstone

Technical Writer

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$50/hr

Strong experience creating SOPs, standards, software instructions, and technical documentation * Experience with Information Mapping or topic-based writing methodologies * Strong writing, editing ...

Trax USA Corp

Technical Writer

Coral Gables, FL · On-site

TRAX USA Corp., a global leader in aviation maintenance software, seeks a Technical Writer to join the Technical Writing team. Technical Writers are responsible for providing effective information ...

Trax USA Corp.

Technical Writer

Coral Gables, FL · On-site

Description TRAX USA Corp., a global leader in aviation maintenance software, seeks a Technical Writer to join the Technical Writing team. Technical Writers are responsible for providing effective ...

1 point system

Technical Writer

Lansing, MI · On-site

• 5+ years of experience in technical writing and editing for the software development industry. • 4+ years of experience in technical writing and editing for the financial industry. • 4+ years ...

Materials Sciences LLC

Technical Writer

Horsham, PA · On-site

Utilize tools such as Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Office, and specialized software (e.g., Visio, XML ... Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, English, Communications, Engineering, or a related field.

Linchpin Solutions Inc

Technical Writer

Quantico, VA

Description If you are looking for an exciting career opportunity in the IT, engineering, software ... The Technical Writer supports the MOCTT Documentation Support Services mission at the Marine Corps ...

CACI International, Inc.

Technical Writer

Ashburn, VA · On-site

$84.90K - $178.40K/yr

The Tech Writer will embed directly within a product-oriented software team and will be responsible ... Technical project documentation, reports, brochures, manuals, and training material documentation ...

Trax

Technical Writer

Coral Gables, FL · On-site

TRAX USA Corp., a global leader in aviation maintenance software, seeks a Technical Writer to join the Technical Writing team. Technical Writers are responsible for providing effective information ...

Bigbear.ai

Technical Writer

Annapolis Junction, MD · On-site

$124.18K - $144.20K/yr

In this role, you'll be the creative bridge between intricate software systems and user-friendly ... Responsibilities As a Technical Writer with an acrice TS/SCI with Poly clearance, you'll * Create ...

Gromelski and Associates, Inc.

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Technical Writer

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$62K - $120K/yr

Software Development and Testing; System Integration, Testing and Evaluation; Lab Management and ... Technical Writer Researches and writes technical operations technical documentation and/or training ...

Linchpin Solutions Inc

Technical Writer

Quantico, VA · On-site

... ing, software development, logistics, and project management fields, Linchpin Solutions is the ... The Technical Writer supports the MOCTT Documentation Support Services mission at the Marine Corps ...

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Technical Writer

Technical Writer

CultureFit

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

Job Description

The Technical Writer will be responsible for all technical documentation, including but not limited to configuration guides, release notes, and implementation checklists. Documents that are created must be updated and maintained in a central repository for documents. The Technical Writer will partner with the Training Specialist and other SMEs to ensure the information in the documents is correct for both internal and user groups. The Technical Writer will also be available during US hours to provide assistance with product configuration questions for clients.

Job Functions:
    Create and update technical documentation, including but not limited to configuration guides, release notes, and implementation checklists.
    Maintain a documentation repository for all documents relating to Kensium products (SharePoint).
    Create a product knowledge base for clients and internal teams using Confluence.
    Communicate and train with SMEs on new product functionality to be documented.
    Answer questions from internal teams regarding Kensium products and their documentation.
    Respond to documentation requests for new documents to be created.
    Provide support to Kensium clients during US hours with questions about Kensium products

Education/Experience:
    B.A. in English, Creative Writing, Computer Science, or related field
    2-5+ years working as a Technical Writer, preferably in the IT/Software industry
    1-3+ years providing technical support in the IT/Software industry
    Experience with eCommerce Platforms (Magento, BigCommerce, Shopify) and/or Acumatica ERP Preferred.

Qualifications

Knowledge/Skills:
    Ability to manage multiple projects at once
    Quickly be able to grasp complex technical topics and present them in a manageable, user friendly way.
    Strong proofreading, editing, and revising skills
    MS Office 365 (Sharepoint, Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel)
    Jira Confluence Experience Required
    Adobe Creative Suite experience is a plus!
    Flexibility with hours

Additional Information

Hybrid work environment. The new hire will be expected to work onsite a couple of days a week in downtown Chicago. 

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