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Sherpa 6, Inc. · 1 day ago

Technical Writer I

United States

Full-time

Remote

Entry Level

$60K/yr - $90K/yr

1+ years exp

Sherpa 6, Inc. is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business focused on providing solutions for customers. They are seeking an Associate Technical Writer to document complex applications and software systems, working closely with technical writers and engineering teams to produce user-friendly documentation.

Information TechnologySoftwareUX Design

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Are comfortable learning and documenting complex apps, including desktop, Android, and web applications

Can describe app interaction workflows and user interfaces in clear, task-focused language

Can follow and apply structured templates to write detailed, organized documentation

Have strong composition, grammar, and proofreading skills

Are willing to learn about the software lifecycle and work in a fast-paced agile environment

Can manage basic documentation tasks, reviews, and updates with guidance from senior writers

Are able to learn new tools and software quickly with support and direction

Are interested in helping maintain an organized information architecture for documentation sets

Have some experience writing or editing content such as reports, tutorials, manuals, or online help

Are proficient in authoring and editing documentation in Markdown and comfortable working in Git or similar version control systems

Have experience editing content for clarity, completeness, and consistency against a style guide

Are good at spotting inconsistencies in organization, terminology, or flow

Are comfortable revising and rewriting content based on feedback

Have strong research and analytical skills and can ask good clarifying questions

Pay close attention to detail and care about accuracy

Can quickly grasp new technical concepts and help make them understandable in text and visuals

Have some familiarity with technical or editorial style guides

Are interested in helping maintain templates and reusable content modules

Qualification

MarkdownGitTechnical WritingMicrosoft OfficeJiraResearch SkillsCommunication SkillsInterpersonal Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Journalism, Technical Communication, or a related field; or equivalent coursework / internship experience

1-3 years of experience writing, editing, or developing technical or instructional materials

Experience authoring documentation in Markdown and using Git or a similar version control system

Familiarity with Jira or a similar ticketing system is a plus

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

Self-starter who is willing to learn and can work with guidance from senior staff

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks with support

Good written and verbal communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset

Must obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance

Must be a US citizen

Must pass a background check and drug screening

Preferred