How much does a Technical Writer make in Hayward, CA? The average Technical Writer salary in Hayward, CA is $93,750 as of May 28, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $84,396 and $104,878. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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What is a Technical Writer?

A Technical Writer is responsible for creating and maintaining documentation for technical products or processes. This may include user manuals, instruction guides, online help systems, and other forms of technical documentation. The Technical Writer must be able to understand complex technical information and communicate it in a clear and concise manner for a non-technical audience. They may also work closely with subject matter experts and other stakeholders to gather information and ensure accuracy in their documentation. Additionally, the Technical Writer may be responsible for updating and revising existing documentation as needed. Strong writing and communication skills, as well as a solid understanding of technical concepts, are essential for success in this role.

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Banda Group International Llc - Mesa , AZ
The Technical Writer is an important position within BGI, and as such, it has important duties and responsibilities to fulfill, with both short-term and long-term goals. To be successful in this role ...
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Logix Shapers - Sunnyvale , CA
Technical Writer (Digital Asset Management) Day 1 Sunnyvale, CA Hybrid - 3 days Onsite / Week Long term contract Work visa: USC/ GC *Hiring manager points : We are looking for profiles with API ...
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RER Solutions, Inc. - Washington , DC
The Technical Writer will provide onsite and remote federal program assistance. RESPONSIBILITIES * Develop operating procedures and assist in developing DER Project Management Standard Operating ...
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Silver Air Private Jets - Santa Barbara , CA
Description We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Part 135 Aviation Technical Writer to create, revise, and maintain technical documentation, manuals, and other instructional materials
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Electro-Mech Scoreboard Co. - Wrightsville , GA
Technical Writer Sought This job posting is going to have some fairly standard bullet points about a Technical Writing position down below. But I want to start from a different place. If you look at ...
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ExecRecruitment - New Orleans , LA
One of our direct clients is actively seeking a Technical Writer to join their team. This person will be responsible for creating and designing technical documents such as manuals, reports, brochures ...
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Average Base Salary

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What is the average salary for Technical Writer in 2024?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Technical Writer in Hayward, CA. The base salary for Technical Writer ranges from $84,396 to $104,878 with the average base salary of $93,750. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $86,733 to $108,256 with the average total cash compensation of $96,558.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $93,750 $84,396 - $104,878
Bonus $2,809 $2,337 - $3,378
Total Pay $96,558 $86,733 - $108,256
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Hayward, CA
CITY, STATE Fremont, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $86,793 - $107,857 COMPARE TO Hayward, CA
CITY, STATE Oakland, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $84,534 - $105,050 COMPARE TO Hayward, CA
CITY, STATE Concord, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $78,636 - $97,720 COMPARE TO Hayward, CA
CITY, STATE Berkeley, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $84,534 - $105,050 COMPARE TO Hayward, CA
CITY, STATE Daly City, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $86,613 - $107,633 COMPARE TO Hayward, CA
CITY, STATE Antioch, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $79,762 - $99,119 COMPARE TO Hayward, CA
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Technical Writer IV LOCATION Hayward, CA MINIMUM SALARY $128,094 MAXIMUM SALARY $153,828
JOB TITLE Technical Writer III LOCATION Hayward, CA MINIMUM SALARY $106,103 MAXIMUM SALARY $128,952
JOB TITLE Technical Writer II LOCATION Hayward, CA MINIMUM SALARY $83,556 MAXIMUM SALARY $103,896
JOB TITLE Entry Technical Writer LOCATION Hayward, CA MINIMUM SALARY $69,400 MAXIMUM SALARY $86,500
JOB TITLE Junior Technical Writer LOCATION Hayward, CA MINIMUM SALARY $69,390 MAXIMUM SALARY $86,490
JOB TITLE Intermediate Technical Writer LOCATION Hayward, CA MINIMUM SALARY $83,600 MAXIMUM SALARY $103,900
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