Technical Writer

The Opportunity:

Are you interested in using your technical expertise and people skills to assist our Federal client in their mission to establish a modernized data and technology presence? Our team is looking for a technical writer to develop clear and helpful technical documentation that both our team and our customers can use in their efforts to support the client's data modernization goals.

As a technical writer on our team, you will be responsible for collaborating with data engineers, developers, public health experts, and others to shepherd technical documentation from conception to publication. The type of documentation you will be working on will cover a variety of topics related to data modernization activities to support our client’s public health mission.

We need someone who can help our team members translate complex subjects and processes into accessible and well-structured guidance material. You must be able to use your writing skills to assist readers in drawing connections between granular concepts and big picture ideas.

Outside of just writing, you will also need to be an excellent communicator. Being able to facilitate discussions between subject matter experts (SMEs) and leadership is vital to ensuring that the documentation we produce for both our clients and team members is meaningful and professional. You should be capable of effectively coordinating with SMEs on numerous teams about concerns or questions you have as they relate to deadlines, documentation, or any other similar matters.

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

• 5 years of experience with technical writing
• Experience with creating documentation using Markdown syntax
• Experience with writing technical documentation related to technology, data modernization, enterprise architecture, and data management tools, languages, and services
• Knowledge of other Microsoft Office Suite tools, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint, and Visio
• Ability to review, edit, and write large quantities of technical documentation within a reasonable timeframe
• Ability to write user-friendly, engaging copy about highly technical subject matter
• Ability to understand and accurately translate complex technical and business concepts for a general audience
• Ability to lead meetings with SMEs and leadership to discuss topics and issues related to technical documentation
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability/Fitness determination based on client requirements
• Bachelor’s degree

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with EasyDocs
• Experience with GitHub
• Experience implementing 508 accessibility standards
• Experience with technical writing for public health missions
• Ability to conduct independent research as necessary to search for client solutions

Create Your Career:

Grow With Us
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A Place Where You Belong
Diverse perspectives cultivate collective ingenuity. Booz Allen’s culture of respect, equity, and opportunity means that, here, you are free to bring your whole self to work. With an array of business resource groups and other opportunities for connection, you’ll build your community in no time.

Support Your Well-Being
Our comprehensive benefits package includes wellness programs with HSA contributions, paid holidays, paid parental leave, a generous 401(k) match, and more. With these benefits, plus the option for flexible schedules and remote and hybrid locations, we’ll support you as you pursue a balanced, fulfilling life—at work and at home.

Your Candidate Journey
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Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $52,100.00 to $119,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

• If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
• If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

EEO Commitment

We’re an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that empowers our people to fearlessly drive change – no matter their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.