Technical Writer

LanceSoft

  • Foster City, CA
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
Job Title: Technical Writer
Job Location: Foster City CA 94404
Duration: Long-term contract
Pay Rate: $60.00 - $65.00 hourly rate on W2PMO Documentation Lead & Technical Writer
  • The Program Management Office (PMO) at supports some of the company's most complex, cross-functional decisions and programs. When needed, members of the PMO will roll up their sleeves and work hand in hand with engineering and operations to solve issues that arise.
  • We pride ourselves on our ability to take complexity and translate that into meaningful actions and high-quality, timely decisions. We have a strong track record of helping the organization execute more effectively across a number of different programs and initiatives. We do this through clear thinking, problem-solving, implementing improved operational measures, and influencing and coaching tactics.
  • The PMO Documentation Lead & Technical Writer is responsible for maintaining and evolving critical process documentation and governance frameworks that support development lifecycle, decision-making processes, and program management methodologies. This role ensures documentation clarity, consistency, and accessibility across the PMO organization while supporting cross-functional alignment.
Responsibilities
  • Maintain and evolve core process frameworks and methodologies, including the Development Life Cycle (DLC) documentation
  • Drive standardization of program management documentation across different domains, with particular focus on:
  • Decision-making processes (e.g., MCR documentation)
  • Timeline and scope documentation
  • Release planning and execution documentation
  • Establish and maintain documentation standards for critical program management artifacts
  • Perform regular audits and updates of PMO documentation to ensure accuracy and relevance
  • Create and maintain templates that drive consistency in program documentation across teams
  • Partner with program managers to identify documentation needs and implement improvements
  • Lead documentation review processes and ensure alignment with established standards
  • Manage the PMO's Confluence space, ensuring proper organization and maintenance of pages
  • Develop and implement documentation governance processes
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree, preferably in English, Communications, or technology-related field
  • Technical writing experience in a technology or engineering environment
  • 6-8 years of experience developing and maintaining process documentation
  • Experience with documentation tools, particularly Confluence and Google Workspace
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Proven ability to drive cross-functional alignment through documentation
  • Experience in process mapping and documentation of complex workflows
  • Strong understanding of software development lifecycles and program management methodologies
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

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