Technical Writer
BC Forward

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Technical Writer

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Technical Writer for an opportunity in Jersey City, NJ

Position Title: Technical Writer

Location: Jersey City, NJ

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Expected Duration: 12 Months.

Job Type: CONTRACT, (Hybrid)

Monday- Friday (5x8)

Candidate who is authorized to work independently

Pay Range: $50 - $55/hr.

Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

Job Description:
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Technical Writer with experience in documenting Python APIs and web-based user interfaces. The ideal candidate will work closely with our development team to create clear, comprehensive, and user-friendly documentation. You will be responsible for transforming complex technical concepts into easy-to-understand guides, tutorials, reference material, and API documentation for both technical and non-technical users.

?- Develop and maintain high-quality technical documentation for Python APIs and a web-based GUI, including user manuals, API references, integration guides, and tutorials.
- Collaborate with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to gather detailed knowledge of the APIs and the use cases they support.
- Write, edit, and update technical content that is clear, concise, and accessible for varying audiences, from developers to non-technical stakeholders.
- Ensure documentation is well-organized and follows best practices in API documentation.
- Create code samples, inline comments, and snippets to demonstrate API functionality and usage in Python.
- Participate in code review sessions, understand code logic, and translate it into easily understandable language.
- Keep API documentation up-to-date with software updates, enhancements, and new feature releases.
- Assist in the creation of quick-start guides, FAQs, and troubleshooting sections for developers using the API.
- Ensure consistency in terminology, formatting, and branding across all technical documentation.

Primary Skill - Python

Required Skills

- Proven experience as a technical writer, specifically documenting Python APIs.
- Strong understanding of Python programming language, data structures, and common Python libraries.
- Familiarity with API architecture and formats like REST, JSON, SOAP, or GraphQL.
- Experience with API documentation tools and platforms (e.g., Swagger, Postman, Sphinx, MkDocs).
- Ability to write clean, concise, and accurate code samples in Python.
- Excellent writing and communication skills, with strong attention to detail.
- Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and experience working in an agile environment.
- Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Desired Skills

- Experience with automated documentation tools (e.g., Sphinx, pydoc).
- Familiarity with cloud services, CI/CD pipelines, and other DevOps tools.
- Previous experience in technical writing for developer tools or open-source projects.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Technical Communication, or a related field.

Benefits:

BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

Keywords:

[Technical Writer, Python, APIs, Swagger, Postman, Sphinx, MkDocs, Banking, Financial]

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

To learn more about how BCforward collects and uses personal information as part of the recruiting process, view our Privacy Notice and CCPA Addendum. As part of the recruitment process, we may ask for you to disclose and provide us with various categories of personal information, including identifiers, professional information, commercial information, education information, and other related information. BCforward will only use this information to complete the recruitment process.

This posting is not an offer of employment. All applicants applying for positions in the United States must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The submission of intentionally false or fraudulent information in response to this posting may render the applicant ineligible for the position. Any subsequent offer of employment will be considered employment at-will regardless of the anticipated assignment duration.

Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 229801 when responding to this ad.

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Salary Details

This salary was provided in the Job Posting.

$50-$55

Hourly Salary

Job Snapshot

Employee Type
Contractor

Location
Jersey City, NJ (Onsite)

Job Type
Information Technology

Experience
Not Specified

Date Posted
10/01/2024