We're on the hunt for a sharp, detail-oriented Technical Writer to join our engineering team in Irvine, CA on a contract basis. As a hybrid on-site role, you'll be expected to balance working from our Irvine office and remotely, giving you the flexibility and collaborative spirit we value here. Our growing user base demands meticulous and straightforward product documentation; that's where you come in.
The Mission: Clear and Concise Documentation
Your primary task will be transforming complex technical details into accessible and engaging content for our diverse audience. This involves:
- Crafting and maintaining API documentation, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and completeness.
- Developing user manuals, installation guides, and troubleshooting documents.
- Collaborating closely with engineers, product managers, and support teams to gather information and validate content.
- Implementing and upholding style guides and documentation standards.
- Managing and organizing the documentation repository for easy accessibility and searchability.
- Gathering user feedback on documentation and making continuous improvements based on user needs.
- Creating tutorials and examples to help users get the most out of our products.
Ideal Candidate Attributes
- A bachelor's degree in a technical field such as computer science, engineering, or a related discipline is desirable.
- Three to five years of field experience in technical writing, particularly in software documentation.
- Proven ability to communicate complex information clearly and concisely, and explain technical topics to non-technical audiences.
- Proficiency with documentation tools like Sphinx, Markdown, or similar.
- Familiarity with software development methodologies, agile practices, and product lifecycle management.
- A portfolio demonstrating outstanding technical writing skills and the ability to adapt to different subject matters and audience levels.
- Experience in version control systems, such as Git, and a commitment to following documentation best practices.
Perks & Compensation
As a contract technical writer with our company, you will receive competitive pay rates along with some perks:
- Contract position for optimal project focus and freedom.
- A creative working environment that encourages out-of-the-box problem solving.
- The latest technological and software resources to ensure high-quality writing.
- Opportunities to enhance and update industry skills through our employee self-directed programs.
- Full medical, dental, and vision plans with robust options.
- Hybrid flexibility between working from home and the Irvine office to ensure peak performance levels.
Local Flair
We have our offices conveniently located in the heart of Irvine, so access to a range of eateries, coffee houses, and amenities are guaranteed. With convenient parking and walking distance from many locations in the area, there are always things to do during or after work hours.
Help us keep growing and stay ahead with outstanding user resources and streamlined documentation.