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Company Introduction
At BlackSea Technologies, we don't just innovate; we revolutionize.
We are a close-knit team of creative and innovative thinkers specializing in full lifecycle development of cutting-edge maritime technology. At BlackSea, you won't just find a job; you'll find a community of experts who aspire to solve diverse and complex challenges. Be part of a company where your ideas matter, your expertise is valued, and your contributions make a real impact. Together, we are not just sailing; we are charting a course to push boundaries of what's possible.
Technical Writer โ Software & Product (Mainstay)
Salary Range: $75,000 - $90,000 annually
Location: Flexible / Hybrid Baltimore
Company: BlackSea Technologies
We do not write documentation for the sake of documentation. We make complex systems usable. BlackSea is building the next generation of maritime autonomy. Our systems deploy, operate, and deliver in the real world.
From unmanned surface vessels to mission systems and autonomy software, we design, manufacture, and operate mission-ready platforms at scale. Our systems are already in the water, already in use, and already shaping how autonomous fleets operate. Ideas do not sit in PowerPoint here. They move from design to build to deployment quickly.
At the core of that is Mainstay, our autonomy platform and data pipeline that connects sensors, autonomy stacks, payloads, and command and control into a single operational system.
We are hiring a Technical Product Writer with software expertise to help define how these systems are understood, used, and evolved. Most documentation explains what exists. Ours helps shape what gets built. If you want to work at the intersection of engineering and product, and make software usable in the real world, this is the place to do it.
What You Will Do
Shape Software Through Clear Requirements
ยท Write user stories and acceptance criteria that drive development
ยท Translate complex system behavior into clear, structured requirements
ยท Help define how systems should work, not just describe them
Build Software Documentation That Gets Used
ยท Create user guides, operator guides, and developer documentation
ยท Write documentation that supports real-world usage
ยท Ensure documentation evolves alongside the software
Own Release Communication
ยท Write release notes that clearly communicate changes and impact
ยท Partner with engineers to capture meaningful updates
ยท Make it easy for users to understand what changed and why it matters
Bridge Engineering and Users
ยท Work directly with engineers and operators to gather information
ยท Ask questions that eliminate ambiguity
ยท Ensure what is built aligns with how it will be used
Enable Scalable Documentation Practices
ยท Establish templates, standards, and best practices
ยท Organize documentation with strong version control
ยท Improve how the team captures and shares knowledge
Operate in Real Environments
ยท Engage with deployed systems and test environments
ยท Capture insights from real usage
ยท Support documentation during integration and deployment
What It Takes to Win Here
ยท Think like a builder, not just a writer
ยท Turn ambiguity into clarity
ยท Work directly with engineers and technical systems
ยท Care about usability as much as accuracy
ยท Take ownership without waiting for direction
Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications
ยท At least 2 years of experience writing software-focused documentation
ยท 3 to 7 years of technical writing or product documentation experience
ยท Ability to understand and communicate technical systems clearly
ยท Experience working in engineering environments
ยท Strong organizational and communication skills
ยท Ability to obtain a security clearance
Preferred
ยท Experience writing user stories or working in Agile teams
ยท Familiarity with software development workflows and CI/CD
ยท Experience with documentation tools (Markdown, Confluence, Git)
ยท Exposure to autonomy, robotics, or defense systems
ยท Active security clearance