Technical Writer-Networking experience
Bárd · United States
- Hybrid
- Contract
- $100,000 / year
- United States
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Job highlights
- Remote Senior Technical Writer role available.
- Focus on networking and platform products.
- Collaborate with global teams on documentation.
- Utilize AI tools for content creation.
- 12-month contract with potential extension.
About the role
About the Role
Our client, a multinational company that provides networking solutions to power business is looking for a senior technical writer to join their Wired Applications team. The writer will create and maintain technical documentation for complex networking and platform products, collaborate with global cross-functional teams, and independently manage deliverables across release cycles.
Contract Details
- Initial 12 month contract, with a view to longer term work
- Immediate start
- 100% remote work
Key Responsibilities
- Create, review, and maintain technical documentation including Command Reference, User Guide, Configuration Guide, Troubleshooting Guide, Release Notes, and Deployment Guide
- Collaborate with global cross-functional teams, proactively align on deliverables, and surface risks or blockers early — before they impact timelines
- Maintain documentation standards, templates, and information architecture in alignment with the Extreme Networks Style Guide
- Use structured authoring tools and CCMS platforms such as oXygen and Heretto
- Continuously improve existing content for clarity, consistency, and accuracy
- Drive content review and approval workflows with stakeholders, ensuring timely sign-off
- Manage project timelines independently, consistently meet deadlines, and communicate schedule risks proactively with recommended mitigations
- Prepare and submit documents for publishing in compliance with AI quality standards set by the User Enablement team
- Actively engage with AI-assisted documentation workflows, including prompt crafting, output review, and iterative refinement using tools such as Claude, Microsoft Copilot, and Rovo
- Champion a culture of proactive communication — anticipate information gaps, keep cross-functional partners informed without being asked, and raise issues through the right channels at the right time
Ideal Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate is a proactive communicator with deep technical writing expertise, networking domain knowledge, and hands-on experience with AI documentation tools such as Claude, Microsoft Copilot, and Rovo.
About Bárd
Bárd is an award-winning, global technical writing consultancy that's known for its expertise, the quality of its technical writing, its focus on partnership, and the human approach we bring to everything we do. Founded in 1999, we’re the go-to experts for the technical sector in turning complex jargon into clear, engaging content that helps our clients create meaningful connections with their audiences. With our remote-first culture and flexible working hours, our talented team delivers top-notch content solutions while enjoying a fulfilling work-life balance. At Bárd, we’re all about building long-term partnerships. Our seamless collaboration and deep expertise ensure we meet our clients' evolving needs with a smile. Want to know more? Visit www.bardglobal.com
Key skills/competency
- Technical Writing
- Networking
- Documentation
- AI Documentation Tools
- Structured Authoring
- CCMS Platforms
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Project Management
- Content Strategy
- Release Management
Skills & topics
- Technical Writer
- Networking
- Documentation
- AI Documentation Tools
- Structured Authoring
- CCMS Platforms
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Project Management
- Content Strategy
- Release Management
- Senior Technical Writer
- Remote
- Contract
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight networking experience and AI documentation tool proficiency for the Senior Technical Writer role.
- Showcase your skills: Emphasize your ability to create diverse technical documents and manage projects independently.
- Demonstrate collaboration: Provide examples of working with cross-functional teams and managing stakeholder approvals.
- Address remote work: Confirm your ability to work effectively in a 100% remote environment.
- Research Bárd: Understand their consultancy approach and client focus to align your application.
Technical preparation
Master structured authoring tools (oXygen, Heretto).,Gain proficiency with AI tools (Claude, Copilot).,Deepen understanding of networking concepts.,Practice writing release and deployment guides.
Behavioral questions
How do you manage project timelines proactively?,Describe collaboration with cross-functional teams.,How do you ensure documentation accuracy?,Share an example of proactive communication.
Frequently asked questions
- What specific networking knowledge is required for the Senior Technical Writer role at Bárd?
- The Senior Technical Writer role requires deep technical writing expertise combined with specific domain knowledge in networking. This includes understanding complex networking and platform products to create accurate technical documentation such as Command References, User Guides, Configuration Guides, Troubleshooting Guides, Release Notes, and Deployment Guides.
- What AI documentation tools are used for this Senior Technical Writer position?
- This Senior Technical Writer position involves actively engaging with AI-assisted documentation workflows. Candidates should have hands-on experience with AI documentation tools such as Claude, Microsoft Copilot, and Rovo, including prompt crafting, output review, and iterative refinement.
- Is this a remote position, and what are the work arrangements at Bárd?
- Yes, this Senior Technical Writer position is 100% remote. Bárd itself operates with a remote-first culture, offering flexible working hours and emphasizing a fulfilling work-life balance for its talented team.
- What are the key responsibilities of a Senior Technical Writer on the Wired Applications team?
- Key responsibilities include creating and maintaining various technical documents, collaborating with global cross-functional teams, managing documentation standards, utilizing structured authoring tools (like oXygen and Heretto), driving content approval workflows, and managing project timelines independently.
- What is the typical duration of a contract with Bárd for a Technical Writer?
- The initial contract for this Senior Technical Writer role is for 12 months, with a view to longer-term work. Bárd focuses on building long-term partnerships, suggesting opportunities for extended engagements based on performance and client needs.
- How does Bárd ensure the quality of technical documentation produced by their writers?
- Bárd ensures quality through adherence to the Extreme Networks Style Guide, the use of structured authoring tools, driving content review and approval workflows with stakeholders, and preparing documents for publishing in compliance with AI quality standards set by the User Enablement team.