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Technical jobs for writers — remote, freelance & in-house

Find technical writing jobs that explain complex tools in plain language. Typical work includes API docs, release notes, how-to guides, and diagrams that help engineers, admins, and end users get unstuck fast.

70 jobs found

  • As digital landscapes evolve, businesses require sophisticated strategies to engage effectively with their audiences. Our marketing solutions firm in Los Angeles is actively seeking a dynamic Technical Content Specialist to bridge the gap between intricate technical data and compelling, customer-centric content. **What You'll Contribute:** * Convert intricate technical data into clear, concise, and actionable marketing narratives. * Work in lockstep with the marketing, product, and engineering teams to extract key data points and product strengths. * Build content for a multiplicity of platforms, spanning blog posts, white papers, case studies, infographics, and social media updates. * Manage content distribution to achieve optimal visibility and generate quality leads. * Utilize analytic tools to measure content engagement and iterate accordingly to amplify impact. * Maintain up-to-date insights into industry trends and emerging technologies to maintain content relevancy. * Offer a crucial layer of technical scrutiny to maintain accuracy throughout all marketing materials. * Optimize content by use of SEO best practices for optimum search engine visibility. **Qualities We Admire:** * Background in a technology-centric discipline with experience crafting marketing collateral. * A comprehension of digital marketing practices with a talent for presenting technical concepts in easily consumable formats. * Stellar writing talents with an acuity for grammatical perfection and content arrangement. * Competence in data interpretation and conversion into story-driven formats. * Expertise in SEO principles, web analytics tools (such as Google Analytics), and content management platforms. * A natural flair for teamwork and cross-functional collaboration. * Ability to tackle multiple content projects simultaneously. * An unwavering focus on outcomes with a devotion to fulfilling marketing objectives. **In addition to:** * Adaptability when addressing shifting project variables. * Creative ideas to amplify the effects of content campaigns. * Attention to accessibility criteria to make certain content is universally engaging. **Why Our Los Angeles Firm?** Our agency stands as a community of imaginative professionals committed to creating compelling content that captivates audiences. We take pride in encouraging a diverse workplace where employees can openly voice ideas and evolve professionally. You'll relish comprehensive health benefits, adaptable work setups, professional advancement programs, and a vibrant company culture rooted in teamwork, innovation, and making a demonstrable difference for our client base. Take advantage of an unmatched setting to improve your creative capabilities and accelerate your professional journey.
    Los Angeles, CA
    On-site
    Full-time / Freelance
    $60,000 - $90,000 annually
    Technical & Content Marketing
    27 days ago
  • Our organization, dedicated to fostering intellectual curiosity and skill mastery within our technical community, is looking for a meticulous and articulate Technical Writer to enhance our educational materials and training programs in Cape Coral, FL. This individual will transform complex technical data into accessible and engaging learning resources, supporting our goal to empower individuals through technical proficiency. If you are dedicated to improving the accessibility of knowledge and thrive in a dynamic academic atmosphere, we encourage you to explore this opportunity. **Primary Objectives:** * Translate intricate technical concepts into clear, concise, and visually appealing documentation. * Develop a variety of educational resources, including manuals, guides, and interactive learning modules. * Collaborate with subject matter specialists to assure the integrity and precision of all content. * Keep our documentation up-to-date, reflecting evolving technologies and methodologies. * Optimize content for improved understanding and efficiency of technical training. **What Awaits You:** * An intellectually stimulating setting focused on personal and professional advancement. * The opportunity to impact the understanding and mastery of key technical concepts. * Competitive payment structure. * The possibility of part-time engagement with versatile work schedules. **Qualities We Admire:** * Proven background in technical writing or a similar field. * Exceptional skill in simplifying complicated technical concepts. * Demonstrable history of producing high-caliber educational materials. * Knowledge of instructional design principles and practices. * Extraordinary communication capabilities and interpersonal skills. * Experience in Cape Coral educational landscape a plus. **Essential Responsibilities:** * Designing and composing complete technical manuals, guides, and training modules. * Conducting thorough analyses of technical material to pinpoint instructional gaps. * Working together with specialists to ensure the accuracy and completeness of documentation. * Modifying and improving content centered on user feedback and technological improvements. * Upholding quality standards and adhering to guidelines for writing style. **Why Join Us?** We emphasize professional expansion, intellectual participation, and a cooperative spirit. Joining us means contributing to an environment that values innovation and personal advancement. Be part of an institution dedicated to changing lives and influencing technical education. As a contractor, this role provides the perfect blend of part-time commitment with real opportunity. If you are poised to impart your talents to promote knowledge and have an affection for technical complexities, you will find considerable fulfillment and possibility for progress in this part-time contract Technical Writer role in Cape Coral.
    Cape Coral, FL
    On-site
    Contractor, Part-time
    $30 - $45 per hour
    Academic Writing, Technical
    27 days ago
  • Our dynamic team needs a sharp Technical Content Specialist in Laredo, TX, who can transform intricate technical details into engaging, user-friendly content. This is not your typical technical writing role; we're searching for someone who thrives on simplifying the complex and adding a touch of creativity to otherwise dry subject matter. If you have a knack for turning "bleh" into "aha!" moments, keep reading. **Key Responsibilities** * Translate technical jargon into accessible language for diverse audiences – think of it as making rocket science understandable for your grandma. * Develop, write, and maintain various types of technical documentation, including API documentation, user manuals, training materials, and troubleshooting guides. * Collaborate closely with our engineering, product, and customer support teams to understand their needs and ensure content accuracy. We are all in this together. * Conduct thorough research on products, technologies, and development processes to ensure documentation accuracy. * Maintain a consistent voice and brand guidelines across all documentation. * Help enhance the user experience with exceptional documentation quality and design. * Write easily consumable "How-To" and instructional style documents. * Create "Release Notes" from data provided by multiple technical teams. **Experience & Skills** * Proven track record as a technical content writer, or a related position. * Stellar writing, editing, and proofreading skills; you can catch a typo at 50 paces. * Familiarity with standard methodologies and trends in technical documentation. * Proficiency in document production software (e.g., MadCap Flare, Adobe FrameMaker, Microsoft Suite, Confluence, Markdown). * The ability to handle multiple projects concurrently while maintaining high-quality standards. * Understanding of API documentation is highly valued. * Hands-on expertise working within development, software, or hardware environments. **Qualities We Value** * A knack for demystifying technical concepts * Excellent attention to detail * A commitment to accuracy * Effective communication and collaboration skills **Perks & Pluses** * Generous paid time off (because everyone deserves a vacation) * A strong emphasis on professional growth; we want you to grow as we do * Full benefits package including health, dental, and vision coverage, as well as a 401(k) plan. * A collaborative team environment with opportunities for career advancement. Make a real contribution to our growing environment. Be supported in your initiatives! If you're a detail-oriented technical storyteller eager to make a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you! Join us and let's redefine technical documentation, one user-friendly page at a time. With us, you're not just an employee; you're a key component of our vision. Help us achieve next-level excellence in both content and execution!
    Laredo, TX
    Remote
    Full-time/Part-time
    $45,000 - $65,000 per year
    Technical/Content Marketing
    28 days ago
  • We are a Columbus-based company revolutionizing the way the construction industry handles documentation and training. Our rapid growth means our need for clear, concise technical writing has grown even faster! That's where you come in. We need a detail-oriented technical communicator ready to roll up their sleeves and translate complex construction processes into easy-to-understand manuals, training materials, and online help systems. Forget boring, dry documents; we need someone who can make technical information engaging and accessible. **Your Impact:** * Construct user-friendly technical documentation including operator manuals, maintenance guides, and training presentations. * Partner with our construction experts to distill technical details into clear, engaging, and digestible content. * Collaborate with our visual designers to add graphics and visual elements to make documentation more effective. * Manage revisions, edits, and version control on technical documents. * Explore different formats for documentation including mobile apps, interactive websites, and video tutorials. * Be the point person for all technical queries, and support the improvement of our products via your communications. **Necessary Talents:** * Background in engineering, construction management, or related technical area preferred. * Show us your portfolio with technical writing samples, including procedural documents, technical guides, API documentation, etc. * A foundation of expertise with standard software like MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel). * Experience writing for technical or construction audiences is a plus. * Proficiency in visual communications using images, diagrams, infographics, etc. * Knowledge of localization or translation processes is a great advantage. **What we bring to the table:** At [Company Name], our ethos is rooted in three simple, but powerful, values: integrity, community, and ingenuity. We seek individuals who believe in our mission to transform the construction industry, and we celebrate initiative and outside-the-box thinking. In exchange, we are committed to cultivating your professional evolution with plenty of chances to upskill. We also know that your contributions are indispensable to our collective victory. That is why we prioritize comprehensive reimbursement plans (medical, dental, vision) and a generous paid time-off plan that promotes sustainable balance. We're centrally located in Columbus, making collaboration with team members simple and straightforward. Our commitment to onsite work helps drive faster project iteration and greater team cohesion. Come transform construction from the inside out!
    Columbus, OH
    On-site
    Contractor or Part-time
    $30 - $45 per hour
    Technical & Web Content
    28 days ago
  • Our development team seeks a diligent, detail-oriented freelance technical writer who can produce comprehensive and easily understandable documentation for our cloud-based platform in Jersey City, NJ. We're not just looking for someone who can write; we need a candidate with a natural ability to translate complex code into human-friendly language, turning sophisticated backend processes into straightforward instruction manuals, API references, and troubleshooting guides. **Responsibilities:** * Craft clear, concise, and accurate technical documentation for our platform's features, functionalities, and updates. * Collaborate closely with engineers, product managers, and support staff to gather information and clarify technical details. * Create comprehensive API documentation with code samples, request/response schemas, and authentication procedures. * Develop step-by-step user guides and tutorials tailored to a diverse audience of technical skill levels. * Produce internal documentation, including design specifications, software architecture, and code comments. * Maintain documentation repositories to keep documentation up to date and reflect the latest code changes and releases. * Edit and revise documentation based on user feedback, code updates, and technical advancements. * Contribute to the establishment of documentation standards and style guidelines to ensure consistent and high-quality outputs. * Generate sample applications and scripts to guide developers and system integrators in effectively utilizing our platform. * Create diagrams, flowcharts, and illustrations to aid in conveying complex information in an easily digestible manner. **What makes a successful candidate?** * Proven industry background in technical writing, specifically with cloud platforms or SaaS companies. * Practical mastery of documentation tools, such as Swagger, Confluence, ReadMe.io, or similar platforms. * Strong grasp of software development principles, REST APIs, cloud computing concepts, and related technologies. * Ability to comprehend complex systems and translate them into accurate, intuitive, and user-friendly documentation. * Excellent written and verbal communication capabilities, with impeccable grammar, punctuation, and attention to detail. * Capability to work independently, manage multiple documentation projects simultaneously, and meet established deadlines. * Expertise in collaborating with engineering and product teams, navigating technical conversations, and translating jargon into clear explanations. * A track record of continually improving technical writing processes and workflows, optimizing efficiency, and enhancing documentation quality. * Understanding of SEO principles related to technical documentation, maximizing search discoverability and user engagement. * A proactive approach to researching new technologies, seeking out relevant details, and updating existing documentation. **Perks of Working with Us** As a freelance technical writer for our Jersey City-based team, you'll have access to competitive rates, flexible hours, and remote work options. Our compensation recognizes the value of your skill cultivation, offering rates tailored to your specific proficiencies. You'll also collaborate directly with senior developers, participate in sprint planning sessions, and attend company workshops aimed at refining your industry background and knowledge.
    Jersey City, NJ
    Remote
    Freelance
    $45-$65 per hour
    Technical Writing & Content Marketing
    29 days ago