Technical Writer/Editor

Technical Writer/Editor – AnaVation – Reston, Fairfax County, US

Join AnaVation as a Technical Writer/Editor in Reston, VA, creating clear, concise documentation for mission‑critical customers. This full‑time role offers a competitive salary of $74,112 per year.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, edit, and maintain user guides, API documentation, release notes, and training materials.
• Collaborate with engineering, product management, and support teams to gather technical information.
• Translate complex technical concepts into easy‑to‑understand content for internal and external audiences.
• Ensure documentation complies with company style guides, branding, and regulatory standards.
• Manage documentation repositories and version control using tools such as Confluence, MadCap Flare, or similar.
• Participate in product reviews and provide feedback to improve usability and clarity.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Technical Communication, English, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 2+ years of professional technical writing or editing experience, preferably in software or hardware environments.
• Proficiency with authoring tools (e.g., MadCap Flare, Adobe FrameMaker, Microsoft Word) and markup languages (HTML, Markdown, XML).
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with API documentation platforms (Swagger, Postman).
• Basic understanding of software development life cycle and agile methodologies.
• Familiarity with content management systems and version‑control systems (Git).

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of $74,112 annually.
• Dynamic, innovation‑driven culture with opportunities for professional growth.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and 401(k) matching.
• Flexible work environment and supportive team collaboration.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of documentation will I create as a Technical Writer at AnaVation?

You will produce user guides, API references, release notes, training manuals, and other technical content to support our mission‑critical customers.

What experience is required for this position?

A minimum of two years of professional technical writing or editing experience, a relevant bachelor’s degree, and proficiency with authoring tools and markup languages.

What is the salary for this role?

The position offers a fixed annual salary of $74,112.