Technical Writer

Date Posted: 12/05/2025 Hiring Organization: Rose International Position Number: 494240 Industry: Government/Staffing Job Title: Technical Writer Job Location: Richmond, VA, USA, 23219 Work Model: Hybrid Work Model Details: This is hybrid role. Shift: General Employment Type: Temporary FT/PT: Full-Time Estimated Duration (In months): 7 Min Hourly Rate ($): 25.00 Max Hourly Rate ($): 28.00 Must Have Skills/Attributes: Agile, Documentation, SCRUM, Technical Writing Experience Desired: Experience with UX writing is highly desirable (5 yrs); Knowledge of programming languages, such as Markdown and HTML/CSS (5 yrs) Required Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree Ready to apply Before you do, make sure to read all the details pertaining to this job in the description below. **C2C is not available** Job Description ***Only qualified Technical Writer located near the Richmond; VA area will be considered due to the role requiring an onsite presence *** Required Education: • Bachelor’s degree in English, Technical Communication, Computer Science, or a related field. Required Skills: • Minimum of 5 + years of experience in technical writing, preferably in a government or technology environment (5 Years) • Expert in the use of MS Word, Google Docs, Confluence, or similar tools (5 Years) • Proficiency with Adobe Acrobat, SnagIT, or similar tools for visuals (5 Years) • Experience with Git or other version control systems at the contributor or read only level and documentation platforms such as GitBook or similar (5 Years) • Understanding of Scrum/Agile methodology (5 Years) • Familiarity with REST APIs, JSON, and software architecture concepts (5 Years) • Ability to read code snippets (5 Years) • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, clarity and attention to detail in written products (5 Years) • Experience creating, editing, and maintaining technical documentation including manuals, user guides, standard operating procedure, and etc (5 Years) • Ability to interview subject matter experts (SMEs) and distill complex information (5 Years) Desired Skills: • Experience with government documentation and standards and accessibility compliance (5 Years) • Familiarity with diagramming tools (Lucidchart, , etc.) highly desired (5 Years) • Basic knowledge of programming languages or IT systems (5 Years) • Experience with UX writing is highly desirable ( 5 Years) • Knowledge of programming languages, such as Markdown and HTML/CSS. (5 Years) • Experience writing for software products. (SaaS, desktop, or mobile) (5 Years) About the Role: Client is seeking a highly skilled Technical Writer with proven experience in developing clear, concise, user-friendly documentation for complex technical products. This position plays a critical role in ensuring that complex technical information is communicated clearly and effectively to internal and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate for this position will be able to develop documentation for a cloud-based software development project with the initial phase currently in progress. Responsibilities: • Translate complex concepts into clear, concise and accessible language for technical and non-technical audiences. • Manage multiple documentation projects and meet established deadlines. • Collaborate with developers, product managers, and subject matter experts to provide a written product for technical and non-technical audiences in support of an Agile development team, to include but not limited to user guides, API documents, and release notes. • Maintain strong version control and documentation review practices. • Ensure documentation complies with agency standards, accessibility requirements, and formatting guidelines. **Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered. ** **Please note that all Position start dates and duration are estimates and may be reduced or lengthened based upon a client’s business needs and requirements. ** Benefits: For information and details on employment benefits offered with this position, please visit here. Should you have any questions/concerns, please contact our HR Department via our secure website. xhuatnn California Pay Equity: For information and details on pay equity laws in California, please visit the State of California Department of Industrial Relations' website here.