Technical Writer [78026] Job at Onward Search in Los Angeles
Onward Search - Los Angeles, CA, United States, 90079
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$40.00/hr - $46.00/hr
Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands. We’re looking to hire a Sr Technical Writer for a major fin-tech company.
Join our client as a Senior Technical Writer, crafting clear, impactful documentation that simplifies product integration for developers and business users. Collaborate with engineers and product managers to translate complex topics into accessible content, enhancing user experience and trust in the platform.
This is a full-time, 12-month opportunity. The role is fully remote and open to W2 candidates within the U.S. only. The application deadline is Monday, April 14th, 2025.
Sr Technical Writer Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with engineering and product teams to create comprehensive documentation for new APIs, product features, and integrations.
- Develop structured and easily discoverable documentation strategies to boost developer efficiency.
- Uphold accuracy and clarity through rigorous content reviews and adherence to quality standards.
- Partner with engineering, product, and customer support teams to ensure documentation aligns with the needs of developers and end users.
- Establish and promote writing standards for both internal and external documentation.
- Identify and address gaps and inefficiencies in existing content, implementing enhancements to improve documentation workflows.
Sr Technical Writer Requirements:
- 8-10 years of experience in Technical Writing, preferably in B2B SaaS environments.
- Candidates must have experience creating visual examples and documentation for SDKs (Software Development Kits) that demonstrate how to build mobile apps or user interfaces, with at least one existing, live, and clickable example currently accessible online.
- Expertise in API documentation and a strong understanding of software development processes.
- Proficiency with Markdown, Git, and JIRA within a docs-as-code workflow.
- Familiarity with version control systems and CI/CD pipelines.
- Strong collaboration skills with developers, engineers, and product managers.
- Ability to manage large-scale documentation projects and maintain an organized content structure.
Sr Technical Writer Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience writing about backend languages such as Ruby, Go, Python, PHP, Node, and Java.
- Familiarity with documentation generation tools and automation.
- Strong understanding of UX, content design, and accessibility in technical writing.
- Experience in large-scale information architecture projects.
To learn more about this SR Technical Writer opportunity, apply now. Our recruitment team will be in touch, guide you through the interview process, and advocate on your behalf.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Writing/Editing
Industries
Technology, Information and Media and Financial Services
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