Technical Writer

Salary: $62,400 - 74,880 per year Requirements:

• 3 to 5+ years of experience producing, editing, and proofreading technical software documentation
• System-level understanding of applications and backend systems
• Experience authoring documentation in regulated environments and for internal or external audits
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear text and visuals for diverse audiences
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe tools such as Acrobat, FrameMaker, and Illustrator
• Experience with SDLC and Agile methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban
• Familiarity with tools such as Jira, Confluence, Markdown, HTML, XML, VS Code, Eclipse, Atom, Agile PLM, Oracle Cloud PLM, IBM Rational DOORS or Jama Software, GitHub, and GitLab
• Strong organization, time management, and prioritization skills across multiple projects
• High attention to detail and a collaborative attitude
• Experience in medical devices, drug discovery, or pharmaceutical domains preferred
• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered
• Applicants must be willing and able to work on a W-2 basis and convert to full-time employment after the contract period
• A writing assessment is required

• Partner with technical implementation teams to define documentation needs and deliver clear, accurate technical content
• Create, edit, and maintain documentation for backend components and systems and mobile applications, covering software and system architecture, design, product requirements, and data solutions
• Prepare and submit documents required for Quality Management System compliance in a regulated environment
• Standardize and simplify technical writing processes, procedures, and style guidelines
• Improve documentation lifecycle practices to support efficient delivery of quality content
• Adapt tone and terminology to audience needs for clarity and comprehension
• Conduct document reviews, gather stakeholder feedback, and ensure technical accuracy
• Create data flow diagrams, component diagrams, and other technical illustrations
• Author and manage documentation using GitHub-based workflows

• AI
• Backend
• Cloud
• Confluence
• Eclipse
• Flow
• GitHub
• GitLab
• IBM
• Support
• JIRA
• Kanban
• Mobile
• Oracle
• VS Code
• XML

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We are recruiting a Technical Writer for our client to produce compliant documentation for backend systems and mobile applications. This is a remote, 18-month contract-to-hire opportunity, with work aligned to Pacific Time. The W-2 hourly rate is $30–$36, and eligible consultants may receive medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) with company matching, life insurance, and other benefits. We are Eliassen Group, a strategic consulting firm providing technology, business advisory, and life sciences solutions. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Our recruitment process may use AI tools for initial screening; human recruiters review AI-assisted evaluations before hiring decisions.

last updated 43 week of 2026