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Shape the Future of Technical Content – Now Hiring a Technical Writer (DITA XML Specialist)

About the Role

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a skilled Technical Writer to support a major content modernization initiative in **Owings Mills, MD** . In this hybrid role, you will play a key part in transforming, organizing, and elevating technical documentation using the DITA standard. Your work will directly improve how users access, understand, and apply critical product information, making you an essential contributor to the client’s documentation evolution.

**Contract Rate:** $55/hour

**Schedule:** Hybrid (Owings Mills, MD), 9 AM - 5 PM

What You’ll Do

• Develop, edit, and maintain structured technical content using DITA XML.

• Support the migration of legacy documents to a modern DITA-based architecture.

• Work within structured content tools such as RWS Tridion Docs and Oxygen XML Editor.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather information, clarify requirements, and ensure content accuracy.

• Review documents for consistency, clarity, structure, and compliance with standards.

• Track and update documentation throughout its lifecycle, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with project goals.

• Take ownership of assigned content areas, managing workload independently and proactively.

Required Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience with DITA XML and structured content development.

• Strong writing, editing, and information-organization skills.

• Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and take initiative.

• Experience navigating complex content systems or large documentation sets.

• Ability to collaborate with SMEs, project teams, and content stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with RWS Tridion Docs CCMS.

• Experience using Oxygen XML Editor.

• Background in documentation migration or content transformation projects.

• Understanding of structured authoring best practices.

Why Join Us

At PDS Tech Commercial, you will have the opportunity to work on meaningful, high-impact documentation initiatives that shape the way users interact with sophisticated products and systems. You’ll be part of a team that values quality, innovation, and continuous improvement. We offer competitive compensation, dedicated support, and the chance to work on projects that strengthen your professional growth and technical writing expertise.

Ready to Build Better Documentation?

If you’re a motivated Technical Writer eager to contribute to modern, well-structured content, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to join a team driving clarity, precision, and forward-thinking documentation.

**Pay Details:** $55.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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