# User Guides Technical Writer

**Company**: Saronic Technologies
**Location**: San Francisco
**Work arrangement**: onsite
**Experience**: mid
**Job type**: full-time
**Category**: Engineering
**Industry**: Technology

**Apply**: https://jobs.lever.co/saronic/257c09c2-2024-4e63-8a59-293105ca79f3
**Canonical**: https://yubhub.co/jobs/job_21808085-192

## Description

We seek a User Guides Technical Writer to create clear, concise, and comprehensive documentation for our end-users. You will help users understand our autonomous surface vessels and how to operate them. Your day-to-day will consist of translating complex concepts into digestible content, collaborating with engineers and stakeholders, being curious and proactive, and project management. Your portfolio should demonstrate your strong attention to detail and excellent writing skills. It's a plus if you are familiar with DoD standards and regulations related to technical documentation.

Responsibilities:
Collaborate with engineers, designers, and other stakeholders to gather information and understand technical specifications and requirements
Create and maintain technical documentation, including user manuals, system manuals, specifications, and other technical guides for our autonomous surface vessels
Translate complex technical concepts into clear and accessible documentation that is easy for end-users to understand
Ensure that all documentation adheres to industry standards and best practices, as well as any relevant DoD regulations and guidelines
Review and edit documentation for accuracy, consistency, and clarity, ensuring that it meets the needs of our target audience
Work closely with the product development team to stay updated on project timelines, milestones, and deliverables
Continuously update and improve existing documentation based on feedback from users, stakeholders, and internal teams
Stay informed about emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in technical writing and documentation

Benefits:
Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services
Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care
Generous PTO and Holidays
Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents
Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses
401(k) plan with company match
Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success
Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
Discounted pet insurance options including 24/7 Telehealth helpline
Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office

## Skills

### Required
- Technical Writing
- Version Control Systems
- Front-end Development
- Markdown Content Formatting
- Javascript
- CSS
- Nunjucks Templating

### Nice to have
- DoD Standards and Regulations
- Emerging Technologies
- Industry Trends
- Best Practices in Technical Writing and Documentation