Technical Writer

Technical Writer II-III

The Human Resources Research Organization (HumRRO) is a non-profit leader in applied research, evaluation, and analytics in the arenas of employment, student, and military testing, and professional credentialing and licensing. We work with federal and state government agencies, private sector organizations, and professional associations.

About the Organization

As a non-profit, HumRRO is dedicated to work that contributes to science and society. Our employees enjoy a highly collaborative and supportive environment that fosters innovation, ethical practice, and outstanding customer service. Our core operational staff includes Psychometricians / Quantitative Analysts. We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce and to practicing equity and inclusion for all staff.

About the Job

HumRRO is seeking a Technical Writer to join our team supporting DoD computerized testing projects. The ideal candidate will lead technical documentation efforts, collaborating directly with Software Engineers, DevSecOps and business analyst teams on software requirements specifications, architectural documentation, and complex technical specifications. This role requires strong technical acumen to translate complex system designs into clear, compliant documentation for government systems.

Key Responsibilities :

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

Requirements

Preferred

Location : Alexandria VA, Monterey CA, or San Diego CA (On-site with up to 2 days remote after probation period)

The anticipated salary for this role is $90,000 to $120,000. Specific salary offers are based on candidate qualifications and experience.

At HumRRO, our generous benefits and highly competitive workplace policies reflect how much we value our employees - now and in the future.

We offer :

All qualified applications will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, medical condition, or disability. EEO / Vet / Disabled.

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