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Senior Technical Writer - Hardware Documentation :

$75 - $78 per hour

Akraya

Primary Skills: DITA XML Authoring (Expert), Hardware Documentation (Expert), Technical Writing (Expert), Medical Devices (Proficient), Oxygen XML Editor (Expert)
Contract Type: W2 Only
Duration : 12+ Months
Location : Sunnyvale, CA
Pay Range: $75 - $78 per hour on W2

Job Summary:
This role is for an experienced Senior Technical Writer focused on creating and maintaining critical hardware documentation for complex medical devices. You will independently produce accurate, high-quality field service documents, ensuring consistency and compliance with industry standards and company guidelines. The position requires on-campus presence for collaboration and hands-on work in lab environments.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Plan, write, edit, and maintain Field Service documentation for medical device systems.
  • Manage documentation control processes, including JIRA tracking and change order records.
  • Collaborate with project teams to share knowledge, adhere to policies, and implement best practices.
  • Resolve complex technical documentation issues creatively and effectively.
  • Evaluate and develop documentation processes, aids, and contribute to style guide development.
Must Have Skills:
  • Minimum 5 years of technical writing experience.
  • Proven expertise in DITA XML authoring tools (e.g., Oxygen XML Editor) with a focus on minimalist hardware topics.
  • Demonstrated ability to write clear, concise, and accurate documentation for moderate-to-complex hardware products.
Domain Experience:
Medical Devices preferred.

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