Explore Technical Writer Jobs

Technical writers turn complex information into clear, useful content. Browse vetted Technical Writer opportunities on Ladders, including roles at organizations seeking experienced professionals for positions paying $100,000 or more. Openings may span technology, healthcare, finance, manufacturing, and other industries.

What Does a Technical Writer Do?

Technical writers develop and maintain content that helps people understand products, processes, and systems. Depending on the role, work may include writing user guides, online help, product documentation, standard operating procedures, API documentation, training materials, and release notes. Writers often collaborate with engineers, product managers, designers, subject-matter experts, and support teams to verify details and organize information for specific audiences.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly look for excellent writing and editing, the ability to explain complex topics, attention to detail, and experience gathering information from technical sources. Familiarity with documentation tools, content management systems, structured authoring, markup languages, or version control may be valuable. Some positions also require knowledge of a specialized field or experience documenting software, hardware, regulated processes, or developer tools.

Technical Writer Career Opportunities

Technical writers work in a range of settings, from in-house product teams to consulting and enterprise organizations. Career paths can lead to senior or lead writer positions, documentation management, content strategy, information architecture, or related roles in product and communications. The scope and requirements vary by employer, industry, and level of experience.

Find Technical Writer Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to discover vetted professional job opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for compensation, responsibilities, location, and qualifications, then find roles that match your technical knowledge and documentation experience.

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$55K - $126K *

Engage with project teams to deliver high-quality technical documentation. Support project managers with analytical insights while ensuring compliance and accuracy in documentation. Collaborate effect...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$67K - $113K *

Champion the development of technical publications for aviation systems, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to produce user guides, service bulletins, and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$160K - $180K *

Champion the creation of comprehensive technical documentation, ensuring clarity and precision in user guides, manuals, and operational documents. Collaborate with engineers to translate complex infor...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by developing critical technical communications for cybersecurity. Collaborate with experts to create impactful documentation that supports government initiatives and enhances oper...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing technical documentation for cloud migration projects. Leverage your expertise in writing and editing to support VA applications, ensuring clarity and quality...

Texas, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $170K *

Unlock potential by transforming complex technical concepts into clear documentation and content. Collaborate cross-functionally to create user guides, training materials, and marketing content that d...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Create clear, concise technical documentation while collaborating with teams to ensure accuracy and consistency. Guide junior writers and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment, enhancin...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Empower your career by joining a dynamic team as a Senior Technical Writer, where you'll enhance content accuracy and clarity while collaborating with diverse teams to uphold high standards and mentor...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Optimize documentation processes by collaborating with technical teams to ensure accurate, organized, and accessible knowledge management for a mission-critical application modernization program...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $157K *

Champion the development of critical technical documentation for a high-profile government program, ensuring clarity and precision in communication while supporting national security initiatives throu...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $121K *

Join a dynamic team to produce and enhance technical documentation for government systems, ensuring clarity and compliance while collaborating with engineering teams to support product development and...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$73K - $110K *

Drive the creation of accurate technical documentation by collaborating with engineers and stakeholders to capture, structure, and present complex operational procedures effectively for military train...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Unlock technical excellence by providing subject matter expertise for IETM development, collaborating with engineering teams to create accurate, user-friendly documentation for BYG-1 modernization and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $166K *

Lead the charge in developing and maintaining technical documentation standards, ensuring clarity and accuracy across digital-twin capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to produce high...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $118K *

Unlock your potential by creating impactful technical documentation that enhances AI outputs. Collaborate with engineers and writers to ensure clarity and consistency across products while advocating...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $100K *

Lead the charge in technical documentation for cutting-edge space systems, collaborating with engineers to develop clear, concise materials that support product development and training initiatives wh...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Drive the optimization of organizational processes by applying strategic assessments, crafting high-quality materials, and supporting critical infrastructure initiatives to enhance national security r...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $120K *

Support the creation of polished technical documents for federal programs. Collaborate across teams to ensure accuracy, consistency, and adherence to timelines. Leverage your writing expertise to comm...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $149K *

Champion clarity by creating user-friendly technical documentation, guides, and SOPs. Collaborate with developers to produce high-quality materials that simplify complex processes for diverse audience...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $197K *

Lead the charge in creating high-quality customer documentation for Siemens EDA products. Collaborate with teams to develop content that enhances user experience, leveraging AI and automation to strea...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$81K - $169K *

Take ownership of technical documentation and deliverable coordination for cybersecurity compliance. Collaborate with teams to produce clear, compliant materials while managing multiple priorities and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$81K - $169K *

Lead the development of technical documentation and cybersecurity compliance. Collaborate with teams to ensure accurate deliverables for the Defense Intelligence Agency, enhancing clarity and adherenc...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Manage comprehensive technical writing and document management for FAA air traffic policies, ensuring clarity and compliance throughout the document lifecycle while collaborating with diverse stakehol...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K *

Lead the development and editing of technical documentation for defense projects, ensuring quality and compliance with government standards while coordinating with stakeholders and managing a team of...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $125K *

Champion strategic communication and project management to articulate funding needs and technical direction for a key government program. Engage diverse stakeholders and translate complex data into co...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a technical writer do?question toggle

    A technical writer creates and maintains content that explains products, systems, and processes. Common deliverables include user guides, help content, API documentation, training materials, and standard operating procedures.

  • What qualifications do technical writer jobs require?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often seek strong writing and editing skills, the ability to understand technical material, and experience creating documentation. Some roles require industry knowledge or familiarity with tools such as content management systems, markup languages, and version control.

  • Where do technical writers work?question toggle

    Technical writers work across industries, including technology, healthcare, finance, manufacturing, and government. They may collaborate with product, engineering, compliance, training, and customer support teams.

  • How can I find Technical Writer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Technical Writer listings on Ladders, where professional opportunities are vetted and pay $100,000 or more. Check each posting for its salary details, location, experience requirements, and responsibilities.

  • What career paths can technical writers pursue?question toggle

    With experience, technical writers may advance to senior or lead roles, manage documentation teams, or move into content strategy, information architecture, product communications, or related fields.