PDS Tech

Technical Writer – Software

Bring Clarity to Code. Power Innovation with Words.

Location: Lutz, FL | Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 9:00 AM–4:00 PM | Pay: $25.38–$29.23/hr

Shape the Story Behind the Software

PDS Tech Commercial is looking for a sharp, driven Technical Writer – Software to join our dynamic team in Lutz, FL. This is your opportunity to dive into cutting-edge simulation technology, reverse-engineer complex software, and craft the documentation that brings clarity, insight, and functionality to end-users and engineers alike. Your work won’t just explain the tech—it will help define how it’s understood.

What You’ll Do

As a Technical Writer, you’ll bridge the gap between complex code and clear communication. You’ll collaborate with engineers, examine real-time simulator software and hardware, and produce high-quality content that meets industry and company standards. Your daily focus will include:

• Analyzing and reverse-engineering software (C++, C, Python, Bash) to understand structure and behavior
• Creating clear, structured documentation such as block diagrams, interface diagrams, and functional descriptions
• Developing Doxygen content for in-code documentation
• Writing comprehensive user and process manuals, technical specifications, and support documents
• Working closely with subject-matter experts to refine and validate content

What You’ll Bring

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Electrical Engineering, or Physics
• Minimum 2 years of experience with C++, C, and Python software development
• Strong working knowledge of Git version control and Microsoft VS Code
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Proven ability to understand and explain complex systems
• Comfortable working on multiple writing projects simultaneously
• Experience collaborating with engineering teams to create supporting visuals and diagrams

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience applying Artificial Intelligence to analyze code and generate documentation
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of modeling and simulation tools
• Understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC)

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial, you’ll be more than a writer—you’ll be a valued voice in the product development process. We foster a collaborative, respectful, and quality-driven environment. Here, you’ll work side-by-side with engineers, program managers, and production teams in a relaxed yet focused setting that encourages innovation and teamwork.

• Small, supportive team (~30 people) where your contributions are visible and impactful
• Relaxed office environment with access to production floor and real hardware
• Business casual dress and flexible weekday schedule (Monday–Thursday only)
• Work on real-world simulator technologies that push the boundaries of engineering

Ready to Make Your Mark?

If you’re passionate about technology, fluent in code, and thrive on turning complexity into clarity, we want to hear from you. Apply now and bring your skills to a team that values precision, curiosity, and innovation.

Apply today to become a key part of our documentation and development mission.

Pay Details: $25.38 to $29.23 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

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance