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- Seeking a seasoned technical writer in Boston to bridge the gap between complex technology and user understanding. As our Technical Content Specialist, you will transform intricate software functionalities into accessible, user-friendly documentation, API references, and engaging tutorials. Your Core Responsibilities: * Craft clear, concise documentation: Translate sophisticated software features into easy-to-understand user manuals, guides, and release notes. * Develop API documentation: Create detailed API documentation, SDK guides, and code samples to empower developers. This includes explaining authentication, methods, parameters, and error handling. * Produce tutorials: Develop engaging tutorials that guide users through common tasks and complex workflows using our software products. * Collaborate with engineers: Work closely with software developers, product managers, and QA engineers to gather information and ensure accuracy. * Maintain documentation: Keep existing documentation updated and accurate by incorporating updates, addressing user feedback, and revising content as needed. * Optimize content: Employ SEO best practices to enhance the visibility and searchability of our technical documentation. * Conduct user research: Analyze user feedback and usage data to pinpoint areas for improvement and create documentation that meets their needs. * Contribute to style guides: Assist in refining and enforcing our technical writing style guide to maintain consistency and quality across all documentation. * Participate in content planning: Collaborate with stakeholders to plan and prioritize documentation projects based on product roadmaps and user requirements. What You'll Bring to the Table: * Background in computer science, engineering, or a related technical field. * Practical mastery of technical writing, with a portfolio displaying your expertise in documenting software, APIs, or hardware. * Proficiency with documentation tools such as Sphinx, Doxygen, or similar. * Capacity to decipher and describe intricate technical concepts accurately. * Understanding of Markdown, reStructuredText, or similar markup languages. * Skill in producing diagrams, charts, and other visuals to enhance documentation. * Strong analytical skills to dissect user feedback and data, enhancing content relevance. * Detail-oriented to ensure impeccable documentation. * Effective communicator, bridging developers and end users seamlessly. The Perks: * Hybrid working model: Option for remote days each week * Health benefits: Coverage for dental, health, and vision * Professional growth: Sponsorships for professional workshops * Personal development: Courses for improving well-being * Team building: Regular team lunches at local spots, plus social events after work * Conveniently located: Right next to South Station in Downtown Boston, close to major highways Our Culture: Located in the heart of Boston, our engineering group fosters collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to user satisfaction. We recognize the pivotal role that documentation plays in enabling our users, and we prioritize technical writing in our product development efforts. Joining our ranks will grant you abundant opportunities for professional development, exposure to cutting-edge technology, and participation in an upbeat team environment.Boston, MAOn-site/RemoteFreelance/Contractor$70,000 - $90,000 per yearTechnical1 day ago
- We're expanding our team and need a detail-oriented Academic Writer in Atlanta, GA, who can contribute to high-quality research papers and scholarly articles. This is an excellent opportunity to leverage your subject matter proficiency, expand your practical knowledge, and gain hands-on expertise in a rapidly evolving academic environment. **Key Responsibilities: Scholarly Pursuits** * Craft original, compelling scholarly content aligned with specific project parameters. * Conduct in-depth academic research, ensuring factual accuracy and insightful data analysis. * Analyze data from various sources, synthesizing information to support arguments. * Present research findings in a clear, cohesive, and academically rigorous manner. * Collaborate with project team members to deliver exceptional results on time and within guidelines. * Assist in formulating research proposals and contribute to study design. * Adhere to publication standards and ethical research guidelines. * Participate in project planning sessions, contributing insights and recommendations. * Review and refine drafts based on peer feedback, adhering to established criteria. * Manage multiple projects concurrently, maintaining consistently high output levels. **Intellectual Requirements** * Possession of a Master’s degree or Ph.D. in a relevant subject area. * Substantial practical knowledge of academic research methodologies and practices. * Proven ability to manage and meet strict deadlines. * A background that shines with robust research and analytical prowess. * Sharp, accurate writing skills are essential. * Mastery of various referencing styles (MLA, APA, Chicago, etc.). * Familiarity with online research databases and scholarly resources. * Solid skills in using Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word and Excel. * Effective oral and written communication prowess. * Capacity to work independently and collaboratively in a remote, dynamic setting. **Institutional Benefits: Our Commitment to You** Our institution is dedicated to supporting your scholarly and professional progress through: 1. **Professional Development:** Opportunities for conference attendance and skill enrichment to further refine your scholarly contributions. 2. **Resource Availability:** Comprehensive access to digital resources, databases, and our expansive online library. Our resources include JSTOR, ProQuest, and various university-backed databases to facilitate in-depth exploration. 3. **Competitive Compensation:** Fair market rate for time and expertise, fostering stability and incentivizing peak performance. 4. **Flexible Scheduling**: Flexibility to manage workloads and timelines efficiently, promoting work-life balance. 5. **Supportive Environment:** Collaboration is highly valued. As such, our team actively ensures our writers get the support they need, ensuring projects are fully and successfully tackled. Join our team and help elevate our academic writing to unparalleled levels!Atlanta, GARemote, On-siteFull-time$60,000 - $75,000 yearlyAcademic Writing2 days ago
- Join our tech-savvy team in Glendale, Arizona, as a Technical Writer! We're seeking a skilled individual to craft crystal-clear documentation for our cutting-edge software solutions. Your expertise will directly impact our users' understanding and adoption of our products. As a burgeoning force in the tech space, we're serious about high quality documentation for our cloud based application. **Role Essentials** * You'll be the primary creator of our user manuals, API documentation, and troubleshooting guides. * You'll collaborate closely with our development and product teams to gather insights and ensure accuracy. * Transform complex technical concepts into easy-to-understand language, complete with visuals. * Maintain and update existing documentation to reflect changes in our software releases. * Participate in the planning and execution of user feedback sessions to drive the evolution of our documentation. **Desired Abilities** * Demonstrated experience in writing technical documentation for software or hardware products. * Proficiency in using documentation tools such as MadCap Flare, or similar * Strong communication and collaboration abilities to partner with the development team to accurately capture the software functionality * A genuine curiosity about technology and a knack for simplifying complex concepts. * Familiarity with agile development methodologies * An eye for clarity of documentations and a willingness to perform reviews and revisions to help improve accuracy and readability. **What sets you apart?** * Showcase a portfolio of your work that displays your mastery of simplifying complex subjects and your capacity for providing understandable documents. * Possess in-depth technical writing capabilities and the acumen to master a novel subject matter within weeks. * Demonstrate aptitude at technical details, paired with the talent of creating informative graphics and visual aids. * Experience working in cloud infrastructure or with SaaS applications. The current offering is on AWS, so any familiarity with those services would be a huge plus. **Elevate Your Career:** We value our team's dedication by providing highly desirable benefits. We help grow your academic skillset with access to online training courses, workshops, and educational opportunities. * Excellent health, dental, and vision coverage, including options for dependent coverage. * Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and company holidays. * A retirement savings plan with company matching contributions, securing your financial future. * Flexible working arrangements where available to help to reach a healthy work and personal life balance. * Professional development and training opportunities to sharpen your technical writing toolkit. * We strive to foster a supportive culture where diversity, respect, and individual contributions are appreciated and acknowledged. We are deeply invested in nurturing a fair and respectful workplace, with regular opportunities to engage with leadership, offering a forum for dialogue and cultivating continuous improvements. **Local Flavor, Global Impact** Glendale offers a vibrant blend of urban amenities and outdoor adventures. From the excitement of State Farm Stadium (home of the Arizona Cardinals) to the charm of the Westgate Entertainment District, you'll find plenty to explore in your free time. With us, you're not just joining a job but investing in the future of innovation where you and our team will leave a positive mark.Glendale, AZOn-siteFull-time, Freelance$60,000 - $80,000 per yearTechnical Writing3 days ago
- We're a burgeoning software company situated in the heart of Pittsburgh's tech corridor, and we are actively seeking a proficient Technical Writer to join our ranks. Our mission is to simplify intricate technological processes through lucid and comprehensive documentation. If you possess a knack for transforming complex concepts into easily digestible content, and you thrive in a fast-paced, hybrid work setting, this could be your next career pivot. **Your Impact:** * Crafting and maintaining comprehensive documentation for our suite of software products, ensuring accuracy and user-friendliness. * Collaborating closely with our software development, product management, and quality assurance teams to understand product functionalities and translate them into clear, concise instructions. * Creating tutorials, user manuals, API documentation, and troubleshooting guides that empower our users to maximize the potential of our software. * Participating in the software development lifecycle, offering valuable insights and feedback on documentation requirements and usability. * Maintaining a documentation repository, ensuring it's well-organized, up-to-date, and easily accessible to both internal and external users. * Contributing to the development of documentation standards, style guides, and best practices to ensure consistency and quality across all technical communication. * Evaluating and incorporating user feedback to continuously improve documentation and enhance the user experience. * Creating release notes that accurately reflect changes made to software, new features added, and known issues. These notes should be suitable for varying audiences, from technical professionals to end-users. * Assisting customer support with advanced technical assistance by delivering in-depth technical details needed for advanced issue resolution. **Skills That Shine:** * A background steeped in technical writing, ideally in the software or technology industry. A portfolio demonstrating the ability to transform technical content to user-friendly format is vital. * Unrivaled prowess in communicating complex information simply, concisely, and with impeccable clarity. * Working knowledge of documentation tools, style guides, and content management systems. This might include but is not limited to tools such as MadCap Flare, Confluence, and Git. * A degree focusing on a technology specialization, for example, Computer Science. The equivalent in professional practical hands-on skills will be also considered. * Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, coupled with a thirst for continuous learning and professional growth. * Solid skills in collaborating in team environments, being open minded to comments, criticisms, and new ideas. **The Perks:** * Competitive salary package and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and vision coverage. * Generous paid time off policy and paid holidays, allowing you to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance. * Hybrid work model, offering flexibility and the opportunity to work from both our Pittsburgh office and your home. * A dynamic and collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued and recognized. * Professional development opportunities to expand your skills and advance your career within our growing organization. Our focus is on personal development that empowers employees to deliver excellent work consistently. **Our Pledge to You:** We are deeply invested in building a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels welcome and valued. We celebrate individual differences and actively seek to create an environment where everyone can thrive. To this end, we focus our training and activities on employee empowerment that translates into increased production and engagement, delivering benefits that exceed the norm in today's economic reality.Pittsburgh, PAHybrid or On-siteFreelance or Full-time$65,000 - $85,000 per yearTechnical Writing & Web Content4 days ago
- We're seeking a passionate and versatile freelance copywriter to join our growing team in Seattle. Our company, a leader in sustainable urban development, is looking for a creative storyteller who can articulate our vision and impact to a wide audience. If you thrive in a collaborative environment, possess a knack for crafting compelling narratives, and have a dedication to environmental and social responsibility, we encourage you to apply. **What You'll Be Doing:** * Developing original, persuasive copy for a variety of channels, including website content, brochures, email campaigns, social media, and grant proposals. * Collaborating closely with our marketing and communications team to ensure brand consistency and message alignment. * Conducting in-depth research to understand our target audience, industry trends, and the competitive landscape. * Crafting content that effectively communicates our sustainability initiatives, community engagement efforts, and project milestones. * Editing and proofreading copy to ensure accuracy, clarity, and adherence to brand guidelines. * Managing multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines, and adapting to changing priorities. **Attributes for Success:** * A robust portfolio showcasing a range of copywriting styles and subject matter, with an emphasis on purpose-driven content. * Proven expertise in crafting effective headlines, calls to action, and concise messaging. * Deep familiarity with SEO principles and keyword research to optimize content for search engines. * Familiarity with Seattle's unique cultural and environmental landscape. Familiarity with the Cascadia bioregion is a plus. * The ability to synthesize complex information into clear, engaging narratives that resonate with a variety of audiences. * An unwavering dedication to accuracy and attention to detail, ensuring all copy is free of errors and reflects our brand values. **Educational Background & Expertise:** * A bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or a related field is advantageous, but not mandatory. Equivalent professional expertise will also be considered. * Three years or more of proven expertise as a copywriter or content creator, with a focus on sustainability, social impact, or related fields is preferred. * Showcased success in crafting high-impact content that drives engagement, generates leads, or influences public opinion. **What Makes Us Different:** We offer a fulfilling freelance opportunity to contribute to a meaningful mission in a collaborative and supportive environment. Here are some specific ways in which we support our freelance contributors: * Competitive rates commensurate with expertise and project complexity. (We also strive to offer an increasing project rate over time, when applicable, for long-term freelance team members.) * Flexible work arrangements and the ability to work remotely or on-site at our downtown Seattle office. * Exposure to a wide range of projects and learning opportunities within the growing sustainable urban development sector. * The chance to collaborate with a passionate and dedicated team committed to making a positive impact on our community and the environment. If you're a highly motivated and results-oriented copywriter with a passion for sustainability, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume, cover letter, and a portfolio of your best work for consideration. Join us in crafting narratives that inspire action and build a more sustainable future for Seattle and beyond.Seattle, WAHybrid/On-siteFreelance$30 - $50 per hourCopywriting and Marketing5 days ago