Technical Writer

Palo Alto, California

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Remote, Hybrid

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Contract

|Job ID 72492|Posted Nov 12, 2025
JOB DESCRIPTION

Join a dynamic team as a Technical Writer, where you will play a crucial role in creating and updating documentation for innovative technology solutions. This position offers the flexibility of remote work while providing opportunities for collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

  • Update and enhance existing technical documentation to reflect new features and improvements.
  • Collaborate closely with engineering and product management teams to ensure accuracy and completeness of documentation.
  • Work with fellow writers to maintain consistency in style and presentation across all materials.
  • Create high-quality technical content that communicates complex information clearly and concisely.

Skills

  • BA degree in Technical Writing, English, Journalism, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • At least 10 years of experience in writing technical content.
  • Exceptional English writing skills with a focus on clarity and precision.
  • Proficient in documenting public cloud products, Oracle, and Kubernetes.
  • Experience using Oxygen XML Author or similar tools for DITA documentation.
  • Familiarity with Git and GitHub for documentation management.

Preferred Skills

  • Experience working with CLI and Linux-like operating systems.
  • Strong ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

We believe in fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives.

Once you apply for this position, you may receive a phone call, SMS or email at the time of application from our Virtual AI Recruiter, Alex, to conduct an initial interview.

Horizontal facilitates valuable and productive conversations between you and potential employers. We can assist you in growing your career by partnering you with employers that offer challenging assignments. For those that join the team, we offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement. Check out all we have to offer and how you can become part of the Horizontal Talent Team. The pay range for this role is $57 - $92 per hour. This is not a guarantee of compensation, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location.

Horizontal is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. 

We seek to provide employment opportunities to talented, qualified candidates regardless of race, color, sex/gender including gender identity and/or expression, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, citizen status, veteran status, or any other protected classification under federal, state or local law.

In addition, Horizontal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation in order to complete the application or interview process, please contact us.

All applicants applying must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.