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American Unit, Inc ยท 20 hours ago

Technical Writer

positionRichmond, VA
timeContract
remoteHybrid
senioritySenior Level
money$25/hr - $28/hr
date5+ years exp

American Unit, Inc is seeking a Technical Writer to develop and manage documentation for software projects. The role involves creating user guides, API documentation, and collaborating with various stakeholders in an Agile environment.

ConsultingInformation TechnologyStaffing AgencyWeb Development
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Hiring Manager
Meeravali Shaik
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Responsibilities

Develop a documentation style guide for a software development project
Create and maintain user guides, API documentation, and release notes
Collaborate with developers, product managers, and SMEs in an Agile environment
Manage multiple documentation efforts while meeting deadlines
Ensure documentation aligns with agency standards, accessibility requirements, and formatting guidelines
Maintain strong version control and documentation review practices

Qualification

MS WordGoogle DocsAdobe AcrobatSnagITGitVersion controlTechnical writing experienceScrum / Agile methodologyREST APIsJSONDocumentation platformsInterviewing SMEsDiagramming toolsBasic programming knowledgeUX writingMarkdownHTML/CSSCreating manualsSOPsCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in English, Technical Communication, Computer Science, or a related field
Technical writing experience, preferably in government or technology environments
Expertise with MS Word, Google Docs, Confluence, or similar documentation tools
Proficiency with Adobe Acrobat, SnagIT, or similar tools for visuals and screenshots
Experience using Git or other version control systems (contributor or read-only level)
Familiarity with documentation platforms such as GitBook or similar
Strong understanding of Scrum / Agile methodology
Familiarity with REST APIs, JSON, and software architecture concepts
Ability to read and understand code snippets
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail
Experience creating and maintaining manuals, user guides, SOPs, and other technical documentation
Proven ability to interview subject matter experts (SMEs) and translate complex information into clear documentation
Applicants must submit a writing sample, preferably a style guide or similar documentation

Preferred

Experience with government documentation standards and accessibility compliance
Familiarity with diagramming tools (Lucidchart, Draw.io, etc.)
Basic knowledge of programming languages or IT systems
Experience with UX writing
Knowledge of Markdown and HTML/CSS
Experience writing documentation for software products (SaaS, desktop, or mobile)

Company

American Unit, Inc

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Company Size: 500 to 1000 employees. American Unit, Inc.
dateFounded in 2003
location
Plano, Texas, USA
people-size501-1000 employees
web-link
https://www.americanunit.com/

H1B Sponsorship

American Unit, Inc has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (41)
2024 (46)
2023 (40)
2022 (44)
2021 (62)
2020 (78)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Sandhya Nandipati
Sr. Client Partner
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