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- As technology continues to evolve, the need for clear, concise, and accurate documentation becomes ever more critical. Our team is seeking a meticulous and driven Technical Writer to craft comprehensive documentation, guides, and tutorials for our cutting-edge software solutions in Anchorage, AK. Your work will directly impact our users' ability to seamlessly integrate and utilize our products, boosting customer satisfaction and enhancing our market position. **Essential Responsibilities:** * Develop and maintain user manuals, API documentation, and troubleshooting guides. * Collaborate closely with software engineers, product managers, and customer support teams to gather necessary information. * Create and update technical diagrams, flowcharts, and visual aids to support written documentation. * Ensure all documentation is consistent with company style guidelines and branding. * Participate in software testing to identify usability issues and documentation needs. * Translate complex technical concepts into easy-to-understand language for a diverse audience. * Maintain a centralized repository for all technical documentation. * Solicit and incorporate feedback from users and internal stakeholders to improve documentation quality. **Skills That Make an Impact:** * A background in computer science, engineering, or a related technical field. * Proven mastery in technical writing, with a portfolio demonstrating ability to produce high-quality documentation. * Expert-level experience with documentation tools such as Confluence, MadCap Flare, or similar. * Strong understanding of software development lifecycles and agile methodologies. * Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration. * Capability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies. * Experience creating documentation for APIs and cloud-based services is a major plus. * Familiarity with SEO best practices to improve content discoverability. **Perks of Working Here:** * Competitive salary and benefits package, including comprehensive health insurance and paid time off. * Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options, demonstrating value for work-life balance. * Opportunities for professional growth and development through training and mentorship programs. * A collaborative and supportive team environment that encourages innovation. * Access to cutting-edge technology and tools to enhance productivity. * The chance to make a significant impact on our products and user experience. * Regular team-building activities and social events to foster camaraderie. * Employee recognition programs that celebrate outstanding contributions. We believe that our employees are the core of our success, and as such are committed to creating a dynamic workplace where people can make a real difference. If you're enthusiastic about making technology understandable to a broader audience, then this is the place for you. Leverage your expertise by ensuring our clients know exactly how to put our offerings to best use, which ultimately results in both client and company success. Our expanding Alaskan division has an opening for someone with the skill set, motivation, and interest to ensure proper use of our products across multiple industries, including arctic shipping, construction, and more.Anchorage, AKRemoteFull-Time$70,000 - $90,000 per yearTechnical Writing16 days ago
- Our organization needs a seasoned technical documentation specialist residing in the Anchorage region. We seek an individual with demonstrated mastery of translating sophisticated concepts into user-friendly guides, meticulously crafted specifications, and easily digestible training materials. **Principal Responsibilities:** * Craft comprehensive documentation suites that address a diverse audience, ranging from technical specialists to end-users. This encompasses a broad spectrum including: API specifications, software deployment procedures, troubleshooting handbooks, and operational workflows. * Collaborate closely with software engineering, product management, and customer support to obtain deep comprehension of system functionality and project requirements. This guarantees pinpoint accuracy and thorough coverage in all documents. * Maintain unwavering focus on consistency, clarity, and precision across all documented resources. Employ established style guidelines and templates to preserve uniformity and brand cohesion. * Participate in meticulous peer reviews, integrating feedback constructively to optimize both the technical accuracy and user-friendliness of each resource. Promote collaborative refinement to achieve unparalleled excellence. * Take ownership of managing and organizing documentation repositories. This guarantees easy access to vital information for stakeholders through secure systems. * Champion an iterative refinement methodology, continually updating documentation to mirror product enhancements, bug fixes, and evolving user needs. Version control will ensure up-to-date access. * Proactively engage in ongoing professional development to deepen industry expertise. Remain keenly aware of technological advances and documentation best practices. **Skills That Shine:** * Demonstrated proficiency in technical communication concepts and methodologies. * Superb command of both written and verbal communication, coupled with impeccable editing acumen. * Competence in using documentation tools and content management systems. Familiarity with platforms like Confluence and GitBook highly valued. * Aptitude for operating independently and within collaborative teams. Adaptability will be key. * Robust understanding of software development cycles and engineering principles. * Skill in generating supporting diagrams, flowcharts, and visual aids to maximize clarity. **Learning Foundation:** * A relevant bachelor's degree in technical communication, English, computer science, or a closely aligned subject is crucial. An equivalent record of professional achievements can substitute the university training requirement. **What You Can Expect:** * A fiercely supportive culture dedicated to facilitating professional and personal prosperity. * Thoroughly competitive compensation package meticulously adjusted to account for experience and industry norms within Anchorage. * Comprehensive health benefits, robust retirement plans, ample paid time off, and substantial opportunities for career advancement within our swiftly growing organization. If you're dedicated to technical precision and are interested in translating intricate tech to accessible content in Anchorage, this role presents an unmatched opportunity.Anchorage, AKHybrid, RemoteFull-time, Contractor$70,000 - $95,000 annuallyTechnical Writing27 days ago
- Seeking a dedicated and skilled Technical Writer Contractor to produce clear, concise, and user-friendly documentation for our groundbreaking AI-powered marketing platform in Anchorage, Alaska. As a Technical Writer Contractor, you will bridge the gap between complex technological features and easily understandable user guides, API documentation, troubleshooting guides, and other forms of instructional content. The successful candidate must be adept at quickly grasping new technologies, possess superb writing and communication skills, and be comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Whether it's crafting onboarding material to familiarize new users or explaining the nuances of API integration for advanced developers, your words will serve as a pivotal conduit. **Areas of Responsibility** * Compose and maintain comprehensive documentation for our platform, including user manuals, developer guides, API references, and release notes. * Collaborate closely with engineers, product managers, and support staff to thoroughly understand product features and gather essential data for documentation. * Translate intricate technical concepts into simple, step-by-step instructions, ensuring readability for a diverse range of technical expertise. * Structure and organize documentation for ease of navigation, searchability, and updateability, keeping the needs of our customers at the forefront. * Participate in the testing process of documentation, ensuring the highest degree of accuracy and clarity prior to public release. * Adhere to company and industry-recognized standards for formatting and style, maintaining brand consistency. * Stay up-to-date with industry trends in technical writing, content development tools, and content distribution methods, suggesting improvement to documentation practices. * Continuously refine documentation based on user feedback and support data, striving to improve user satisfaction and reduce support needs. **Skills and Knowledge** * A background rooted in computer science, engineering, technical communication, or a closely related field. * A demonstrated history of producing top-tier technical documentation and related materials. * Comfort level with content management systems, markup languages (such as Markdown or HTML), and API documentation tools. * Unbeatable clarity in written and verbal communications. * Project management expertise, and the ability to juggle multiple simultaneous documentation assignments. * Resourcefulness, and the know-how to find answers when clarity is not immediately available. * An agile way of working, with the readiness to adjust to the evolving priorities of product development. **What’s On Offer** * A highly competitive contractor compensation rate. * Flexible, remote working arrangement (with possible short term visits to our Anchorage office). * Direct exposure to bleeding-edge technologies in AI-powered marketing. * A unique environment for ongoing skill-building and the professional enhancement of your documentation techniques. * The opportunity to be an impactful part of a small yet growing team dedicated to excellence.Anchorage, AKRemote or On-siteContractor$60,000 - $80,000 per yearTechnicalabout 2 months ago
- We're seeking a meticulous and persuasive part-time Grant Writer in Anchorage, AK to join our growing team. This is a remote position where your writing will directly influence the financial stability and community impact of various initiatives across Alaska. If you have a talent for translating complex ideas into compelling narratives and a passion for securing funding for worthwhile causes, this could be the ideal role for you. **Your Core Responsibilities** * Spearhead the creation of impactful grant proposals, ensuring alignment with funder priorities. * Conduct comprehensive research to identify relevant grant opportunities and analyze their guidelines. * Collaborate with program staff and stakeholders to gather essential data and program information. * Develop and maintain a library of compelling boilerplate language that can be used in proposals and other communication material. That could be the difference of time and energy when working under strict timelines. * Coordinate submission of grant proposals, adhering to stringent deadlines and meticulous formatting requirements. * Track proposal outcomes, maintain accurate records, and prepare reports on grant-seeking efforts. * Cultivate and nurture relationships with grant-making organizations and their representatives. * Participate in strategy sessions to ensure all grant activities align with broader organizational objectives. * Monitor compliance with all grant requirements, ensuring grants are managed according to the rules. * Be prepared to translate complex topics in layman's terms, as well as creating reports using data. **What You Bring to the Table** * Exceptional writing and editing capabilities, emphasizing clarity, conciseness, and persuasive storytelling. * A strong grasp of grant-writing best practices and familiarity with proposal development. * Proficiency in identifying and matching organizational needs with relevant grant opportunities. * A demonstrable understanding of research techniques and the ability to present data compellingly. * Outstanding organizational and time-management skills, with a track record of managing multiple projects simultaneously. * Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities, coupled with the capacity to build solid relationships with stakeholders. * Commitment to data integrity and accuracy in all written and verbal communication. **What Makes You Stand Out** * Experience with grant databases and knowledge of funder profiles relevant to Alaskan nonprofits. * Proficiency in developing persuasive narratives for both general and technical audiences. * Familiarity with program evaluation methodologies and data analysis techniques. **Rewards of the Role** * Competitive part-time pay, reflecting expertise and dedication. * Flexible remote work arrangement that fosters work-life harmony. * A direct, visible effect on the success of crucial initiatives that address community needs. * Opportunities for continuing professional learning, including conference attendance and industry certifications. * Positive, inclusive, mission-oriented team dynamic with supportive leadership. Our dedication extends beyond words; we value the health and overall wellness of our team members. That includes opportunities for collaborative projects, and we are actively taking surveys to enhance our team's experiences within the company. We champion individuals who demonstrate resilience and adaptability in our ever-changing landscapes and are open to all new innovations. With us, your unique capabilities help create ripples in our community, and those we've yet to touch.Anchorage, AKRemotePart-time$25 - $35 per hourGrant Writingabout 2 months ago