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Tech Writer/ Compliance

Role overview

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of experience in technical writing, documentation, or a related field
  • Familiarity with Section 508 standards, WCAG 2.1/2.2 guidelines, and VPAT/ACR documentation
  • Strong writing, editing, and organizational skills with keen attention to detail
  • Ability to translate complex technical and regulatory information into clear, accessible language

Responsibilities

  • Write, edit, and maintain accessibility documentation, including Voluntary Product Accessibility Templates (VPATs) and Accessibility Conformance Reports (ACRs)
  • Translate WCAG 2.1/2.2 and Section 508 technical standards into clear guidance for developers, designers, and content creators
  • Document accessibility remediation processes, testing procedures, and known issues
  • Collaborate with accessibility testers and engineers to accurately capture compliance status and remediation timelines

Key facts

Other skills

  • Writing
  • Organizational Skills
  • Detail Oriented

About the company

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Lynker

Lynker delivers innovative solutions to support global environmental security and economic prosperity as a trusted partner to governments, communities, and industry. We are a premier science advisor supporting some of the nation’s most important missions.

Company details

Company typeSME
Company size501 - 1000

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Job description

Overview:

Lynker Corporation is a leading provider of innovative solutions in weather and climate science. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for innovation, Lynker leverages cutting-edge technologies and scientific expertise to support the creation and delivery of improved operational weather forecasts.
 
As part of our ongoing growth and expansion, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Tech Writer  to join our growing team.

Responsibilities:
  • Write, edit, and maintain accessibility documentation, including Voluntary Product
    Accessibility Templates (VPATs) and Accessibility Conformance Reports (ACRs)
  • Translate WCAG 2.1/2.2 and Section 508 technical standards into clear guidance for
    developers, designers, and content creators
  • Document accessibility remediation processes, testing procedures, and known issues
  • Create and update accessibility style guides, checklists, and best-practice references
  • Collaborate with accessibility testers and engineers to accurately capture compliance
    status and remediation timelines
  • Review existing product documentation, help content, and UI copy for accessibility
    and plain-language compliance
  • Maintain a repository of accessibility documentation and ensure version control
  • Support responses to accessibility audits, procurement requests, and compliance
    inquiries
  • Stay current on updates to Section 508, WCAG, and related federal accessibility
    regulations
Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

  • 2+ years of experience in technical writing, documentation, or a related field
  • Familiarity with Section 508 standards, WCAG 2.1/2.2 guidelines, and VPAT/ACR
    documentation
  • Strong writing, editing, and organizational skills with keen attention to detail
  • Ability to translate complex technical and regulatory information into clear, accessible
    language
  • Experience working with cross-functional teams (engineering, design, QA, legal/compliance)
  • Proficiency with documentation tools (e.g., Markdown, Confluence, Google Docs, Microsoft Office)

 

The Ideal Tech Writer will have the following:

  • Experience with accessibility testing tools (e.g., JAWS, NVDA, axe, WAVE)

  • Familiarity with ITI VPAT templates and federal procurement accessibility requirements (Section 508, EN 301 549)

  • Background in UX writing or content design with an accessibility focus

  • Certification in accessibility (e.g., CPACC, WAS) is a plus

  • Experience in government, higher education, or regulated industries

 

 

 

About Lynker

 

Lynker is a growing, employee owned business, specializing in professional, scientific and technical services. Our continually expanding team combines scientific expertise with mature, results-driven processes and tools to achieve technically sound, cost effective solutions in hydrology/water sciences, geospatial analysis, information technology, resource management, conservation, and management and business process improvement.

 

We focus on putting the right people in the right place to be effective. And having the right people is critical for success. Our streamlined organization enables and empowers our talented professionals to tackle our customers' scientific and technical priorities – creatively and effectively.

 

Lynker offers a team-oriented work environment, and the opportunity to work in a culture of exceptionally skilled professionals who embrace sound science and creative solutions. Lynker's benefits include the following:

  • Comprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost
  • Healthcare benefit covers medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision
  • Personal Time Off (PTO) Policy plus paid holidays
  • Highly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against industry and location benchmarks
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – we're all company owners!
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Employee assistance program (EAP)
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance
  • Life and accident insurance
  • Tuition assistance/Training/Workforce improvement reimbursement per year
  • Spot bonuses for exceptional performance
  • Annual Employee Recognition Awards with bonuses
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Free centralized, self-directed Learning Management System to learn at your own pace
  • Personalized career growth plans for every employee

Lynker is an E-Verify employer.

 

 

Lynker is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local laws.

 

⚠️ Fraud Alert: Recruitment Scam Warning: Lynker has been made aware of fraudulent individuals posing as Lynker recruiters and offering fake job opportunities. All legitimate Lynker job postings are listed on our official careers page. Communication from Lynker recruiters will come from an official @lynker.com email address.

 
 
 

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