Technical Writer II

This is a Fully Remote Job

About Our Client:

The organization operates within the government IT and software development sector, focusing on delivering technical and programmatic documentation aligned with contract standards and customer expectations. It addresses the challenge of producing clear, compliant, and accurate documentation that supports system functionality and user requirements in a government environment.

About the Opportunity:

The TECHNICAL WRITER II is responsible for creating, editing, and managing technical documentation and contract deliverables that ensure clarity, compliance, and consistency. This role supports Agile development processes and collaborates with various team members to maintain synchronization between documentation and system changes. The position plays a critical role in ensuring that documentation meets program guidelines and contractual requirements, directly impacting the quality and timeliness of deliverables.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, edit, and maintain technical reports, manuals, plans, user guides, SOPs, training materials, and contract deliverables.
• Translate complex technical information into clear documentation for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies to align documentation with development priorities.
• Maintain adherence to deliverable schedules with high on-time performance.
• Conduct peer reviews to validate accuracy, accessibility, and compliance.
• Perform proactive draft reviews to minimize rework and streamline approvals.
• Manage SharePoint/Confluence repositories for version control and access.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to update documentation based on system and workflow changes.
• Submit deliverables electronically to contracting officers and technical contacts.
• Assist in updating training manuals and job aids for training delivery.
• Ensure compliance with formatting and accessibility standards.
• Support transition documentation during onboarding and offboarding.
• Maintain regular attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Technical Writing, English, Information Systems, Computer Science, Management, Engineering, or related field.
• Four or more years of technical writing experience in software development or Government IT programs.
• Knowledge of Agile/Scrum practices in a Government CI/CD environment.
• Experience producing status reports, staffing plans, meeting documentation, technical manuals, and risk communications.
• Active DoD Secret security clearance and ability to maintain required security access.

Pay Range and Compensation Package:

• Pay range: $85,000-$95,000 annually

Benefits & Perks:

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan

Equal Opportunity Statement: Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin.

Note:

TalentHop is a recruitment partner of this role. Please note that all employment decisions, including candidate assessment, interviews, hiring, compensation, and employment terms, are made exclusively by the hiring employer.