Communications Specialist

Communications Specialist Redmond, Washington

About MAQ Software

MAQ Software enables leading companies to accelerate their business intelligence and analytics initiatives. Our AI-powered solutions enable clients to improve their productivity, reduce costs, increase sales, and build stronger customer relationships.

Our clients consistently recognize us for providing architecture and governance frameworks using the Well-Architected Framework, implementing best practices to optimize reports, and building team capability through training programs.

Clients choose to work with us because they are confident in our software delivery. Our confidence results from a commitment to consistent outcomes, reduced time to market, and a transparent workflow. Clients benefit from daily software updates, agile practices, domain expertise, AI adoption, and rapid feedback implementation.

As a premier supplier to Microsoft for over two decades, MAQ Software clients gain extensive insights and engineering practices across the Microsoft platform and can improve their implementations with our breadth and depth of expertise.

As one of the top 25 global partners, Microsoft has awarded MAQ Software eight specializations for meeting their highest standards of service delivery to Fortune 500 companies.

With over 1,800 engineers, MAQ Software has globally integrated teams in Redmond, Washington; Plano, Texas; and Noida, Mumbai, and Hyderabad, India, delivering solutions with increased velocity and tech intensity. Our daily delivery and feedback model offers the flexibility to adapt solutions to changing business needs.

MAQ Software’s dedication to customer success has led to sustained growth. Inc. magazine has recognized MAQ Software for sustained organic growth by listing us on the Inc. 5000 list thirteen times -a rare honor.

Job Responsibilities:

Content Creation & Editing - 35%

• Write and edit high-quality content including case studies, website copy, blogs, and customer success stories focused on Microsoft technologies.
• Proofread and refine all marketing materials to ensure consistency with MAQ Software’s brand voice, accuracy, and SEO best practices.

Microsoft Ecosystem Research & Validation - 15%

• Conduct research, fact-check content, and ensureaccurateuse of Microsoft product terminology.
• Collaborate with Microsoft SMEs and internal engineering teams to develop technicallyaccurateand compelling narratives.

Website Content Management - 15%

• Update website pages and landing pages with current product information and customer stories.
• Monitor content performance and recommend improvements using analytics.

Social Media & Campaign Support - 10%

• Create short-form content for social platforms highlighting case studies, solution offerings, and Microsoft-aligned messaging.
• Maintain and update a social media posting schedule.

Event & Convention Support - 15%

• Assistwith marketing coordination for conventions, conferences, and Microsoft partner events.
• Support pre-event content creation (booth materials, signage, collateral), boothlogistics, schedule coordination, and post-event content follow-up.
• Capture insights or stories from events for case studies, blogs, and social posts.

Content Strategy & Ideation - 10%

• Generate new content ideas based on industry trends, Microsoft product announcements, and customer needs.
• Participate inbrainstorming forcampaigns, events, and digital storytelling initiatives.

Qualifications:

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration with a focus in Marketing or abachelor’s degree in Journalism, English, Communications, or a related field.
• Minimum 2-5 years of experience in content creation and/or editing.
• Strong command of the English language with exceptional grammar, spelling, and punctuation skills.
• Proven ability to write in a clear, concise, and engaging style for various audiences.
• In-depth understanding of SEO principles and best practices.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Word, graphics editors, and other core Microsoft technologies (a plus).
• Experience developing and managing social media content calendars.
• Strong communicationand collaboration skills.

Preferred

• Experience writing forenterprise technology, cloud solutions, or Microsoft-focused audiences.
• Understanding ofAI-assisted writing and editing tools(e.g., Copilot, Grammarly, Microsoft Designer, Figma Make).
• Basic understanding of analytics tools (LinkedIn Page Analytics, Google Analytics, Search Console, or similar).

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation - range is $55,000 to $75,000 per year.
• 401(k) plan (employer match of 50% up to 6% of your salary) and immediate vesting.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) - up to 3 weeks per year.
• A comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits package.
• Work with a talented and experienced team in our Redmond office.
• Make a real impact on the company's marketing efforts, specifically promoting our softwareimplementations in large enterprises

If you're a wordsmith with a passion for software and a strong understanding of Microsoft technologies, we encourage you to apply!