Technical Writer jobs in the United States

Updated November 4, 2026

Find technical writer jobs in the United States from company career pages, all in one list, including roles that never reach LinkedIn or Indeed. Employers also post this role as Documentation Specialist, Documentation Engineer and API Technical Writer.

Latest Technical Writer jobs in the United States

Technical Writer jobs in the United States at a glance

Companies hiring
Anduril Industries, Cgsfederal, LEIDOS, INC, Palantir, HP Hood and Apex Companies
Cities
Costa Mesa, Annapolis Junction, Washington, Quincy and Santa Ana
Work setup
On-site and remote
Levels
Entry level to lead
Job types
Full-time
Skills in demand
Technical documentation, Technical writing, Visio, IT, SDLC, MS Office Suite, Editing, S1000D
Posted pay
$91.3K–$149K a year

Based on the newest listings. Not every posting states pay, level, or skills.

About Technical Writer jobs

Technical writers produce documentation: API references, guides, help center articles, and release notes. Postings usually want clear writing plus enough technical depth to work directly with engineers.

Also posted as

  • Documentation Specialist
  • Documentation Engineer
  • API Technical Writer

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Technical Writer jobs in the United States: questions

Where can I find Technical Writer jobs in the United States?

JobLookout collects Technical Writer openings in the United States from company career pages and puts them in one list, including roles that never get posted on LinkedIn or Indeed. Open a role and apply on the company's career page.

Which companies have Technical Writer jobs in the United States?

Recent listings include roles at Anduril Industries, Cgsfederal, LEIDOS, INC, Palantir, HP Hood and Apex Companies. The company name is on every listing, so you always know who is hiring.

Where in the United States are Technical Writer jobs?

Recent listings are in Costa Mesa, Annapolis Junction, Washington, Quincy and Santa Ana, plus remote roles open to people based in the United States.

Are there remote Technical Writer jobs in the United States?

Yes. Recent remote listings include roles at Apex Companies. On-site roles are listed too. The work-mode filter narrows the list to remote only.

What skills do Technical Writer jobs in the United States ask for?

Skills that come up most in recent listings: Technical documentation, Technical writing, Visio, IT, SDLC, MS Office Suite, Editing, S1000D. Each posting lists its own requirements, so read the full description before you apply.

How much do Technical Writer jobs in the United States pay?

Among recent listings that show pay, the typical posted range is $91.3K–$149K a year. Many postings leave pay out, and the range depends on level and location.

What job titles count as Technical Writer?

This list groups related titles, including Documentation Specialist, Documentation Engineer and API Technical Writer, so you are not searching one keyword at a time.

Can I find entry-level or senior Technical Writer jobs in the United States?

Recent listings range from entry level to lead. Experience level is a filter, from intern and new grad through entry, mid, senior, lead, and director, so you only see Technical Writer roles at your level.

Are there part-time, contract, or internship Technical Writer roles in the United States?

Employment type is its own filter: full-time, part-time, contract, and internship. Pick the one you want and the rest drop out of your list.

Are these only jobs in the United States?

Yes. This page is Technical Writer openings located in the United States, including remote roles that still require the United States.

Can I see Technical Writer jobs in other countries?

Yes. Technical Writer jobs are also listed for India and Canada. You can switch the country at any time.

What should I check in a Technical Writer job posting?

Worth checking before you apply: the team and the product, not only the word engineer; whether the stack in the posting matches work you have done; on-call, timezone, and office expectations written under the title.

How do I apply to Technical Writer jobs in the United States?

Open a role from your list and follow its apply link to the company's career page. You complete the application there.

How often are Technical Writer jobs in the United States updated?

This page refreshes every hour, and new openings are added as they appear on company career pages. Sort the full list by date to see the newest first.

Do I need an account to browse Technical Writer jobs in the United States?

No. You can open the list, read a role, and apply on the company site without an account. An account is only used for saved jobs, Copilot, and the resume tools.

Can JobLookout help with my resume for Technical Writer jobs?

Yes. Paid plans include resume tools, including tailoring your resume to a specific posting before you apply.

What roles are similar to Technical Writer?

Similar roles include Software Engineer, Backend Engineer, Frontend Engineer, Full Stack Engineer and Software Architect.