Technical Writer II-III
@ Human Resources Research Organization (HumRRO)

Alexandria, VA
$105,000
On Site
Full Time
Posted 16 hours ago

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About HumRRO

The Human Resources Research Organization (HumRRO) is a non-profit leader in applied research, evaluation, and analytics, working with government agencies, private sector organizations, and professional associations. The organization values innovation, ethical practice, and outstanding customer service in a highly collaborative environment.

About the Role: Technical Writer II-III

HumRRO is seeking a Technical Writer to support DoD computerized testing projects. The candidate will lead technical documentation efforts including software requirements specifications, architectural documentation, and technical specifications while collaborating with Software Engineers, DevSecOps, and business analyst teams.

Key Responsibilities

  • Create and maintain Software Requirements Specifications (SRS) and architecture documents
  • Collaborate on API documentation, system integration guides, and DevSecOps processes
  • Develop user manuals, SOPs, installation guides, and configuration documents
  • Lead documentation for CI/CD pipelines, automated testing frameworks, and cloud migration projects
  • Participate in sprint planning, technical reviews, and backlog refinement sessions
  • Ensure 508 compliance and adhere to government standards
  • Manage document reviews, feedback cycles, and version control
  • Support ATO processes and compliance documentation for FedRAMP and DoD
  • Mentor junior writers and establish documentation best practices

Requirements

  • US Citizenship with ability to obtain T3 Public Trust clearance
  • Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, English, Computer Science, or related field
  • 3-5+ years of technical writing experience, preferably for government clients
  • Strong understanding of SDLC and Agile/Scrum methodologies
  • Experience with Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence) and Git workflows
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 and Adobe Acrobat
  • Ability to quickly grasp and translate complex technical concepts
  • Familiarity with government documentation standards and compliance
  • Strong analytical, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to multitask and work with minimal supervision

Preferred Skills

  • Experience documenting APIs, microservices, and cloud-native applications
  • Familiarity with AWS, Docker/Kubernetes, and DevSecOps practices
  • Understanding of CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and infrastructure as code
  • Knowledge of markup languages (Markdown, XML, JSON)
  • Experience with documentation automation tools and content management systems
  • DoD contract experience and federal security compliance knowledge
  • Master's degree in a related field is a plus

Location & Compensation

This position is located in Alexandria, VA, Monterey, CA, or San Diego, CA with on-site requirements and up to 2 remote days after probation. The anticipated salary is approximately 105,000 per year, based on qualifications and experience.

Benefits

HumRRO offers health, dental, and vision insurance along with a competitive benefits package and workplace policies that reflect their commitment to employees.

Key skills/competency

Technical Writing, SRS, Agile, Documentation, Compliance, SDLC, API, DoD, DevSecOps, Git

How to Get Hired at Human Resources Research Organization (HumRRO)

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Research HumRRO's culture: Understand their non-profit research values.
  • Customize your resume: Emphasize technical writing and government work.
  • Highlight compliance skills: Detail experience with SDLC and Agile.
  • Prepare for technical reviews: Practice documentation scenarios.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review Software Requirements Specification standards.
Practice Agile documentation processes.
Study government compliance guidelines.
Familiarize with Atlassian tools and Git.

Behavioral Questions

Describe collaboration experiences with engineers.
Explain handling tight documentation deadlines.
Outline conflict resolution in team settings.
Demonstrate adaptability to evolving requirements.

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