Tech Writer II

To apply for the Tech Writer II role at Barbaricum, candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree, a DoD Secret Clearance, and at least 7 years of relevant writing experience. This ensures that applicants have the essential skills and background to meet the demands of technical documentation in a government contracting setting.

As a Tech Writer II at Barbaricum, you will be responsible for writing and editing various technical documents, including user manuals, business proposals, and system specifications. Your work will support the Program Executive Office Soldier in deploying innovative cloud services, making your role critical to project success.

Barbaricum is committed to fostering a vibrant corporate culture where teamwork and innovation thrive. In the Tech Writer II position, you will have opportunities for professional development, collaboration with specialists, and access to resources that empower you to create high-quality documentation.

Barbaricum promotes a dynamic and inclusive corporate culture that values diverse expertise and perspectives. As a Tech Writer II, you will be part of a collaborative team working on the Nation's most challenging missions, supported by an atmosphere that encourages creativity and innovation.

While Barbaricum has a strong presence in Fort Belvoir, VA, and values team collaboration, it’s best to check with the hiring team during the interview process regarding potential remote work opportunities for the Tech Writer II role, as requirements may vary based on contract needs.

Barbaricum aims to revolutionize how federal customers approach complex challenges by leveraging advanced technologies and top-tier talent. Hiring a Tech Writer II is essential for creating documentation that ensures clarity and compliance in delivering innovative cloud service solutions.

Key responsibilities include drafting and editing technical documents such as reports, user manuals, and functional descriptions, collaborating with project management, and conducting research to ensure documents meet necessary guidelines and regulations.

When answering this question, highlight specific projects where you developed documentation, detailing your process for researching and writing. Mention any specific tools or formats you are familiar with to showcase your technical writing skills.

Discuss your approach to understanding the audience's needs, utilizing clear and concise language, and organizing information logically. Provide examples of how you’ve revised documents based on feedback to improve usability.

Share your methods for effective communication, such as asking targeted questions, setting meetings to discuss project requirements, or reviewing existing documents. Illustrate how these strategies helped you compile accurate and comprehensive information.

Explain your time management techniques—like prioritizing tasks, setting milestones, and using checklists. It's essential to convey your ability to maintain quality under pressure, possibly by sharing an example of a time you successfully met a deadline without sacrificing accuracy.

Emphasize your knowledge of relevant regulations, how you ensure compliance in documentation, and any previous experience with government contractors. Show your understanding of the importance of adhering to these guidelines.

Talk about your proficiency with documentation tools such as MadCap Flare, Microsoft Word, or Confluence. Mention how you use these tools for collaboration with teams and for ensuring version control on documents.

Share your openness to feedback and how you view revisions as an opportunity for improvement. Discuss your process for evaluating feedback, integrating constructive criticism, and ensuring changes enhance the document's quality.

Select a specific project that illustrates obstacles you faced, such as complex technical content or stringent deadlines. Explain how you navigated the challenge and the successful outcome to demonstrate your problem-solving skills.

If you have relevant experience, detail specific projects related to cloud services, focusing on your role in writing documentation that addressed technical components. If not, relate experiences that showcase your ability to quickly learn and convey technical information.

Discuss your commitment to continuous learning, such as attending workshops, following industry blogs, or participating in professional organizations. This will show your proactive approach to staying current in the ever-evolving technical landscape.