Technical Writer job description

Job brief

We are seeking a skilled Technical Writer to assist us in creating high-quality technical documentation for our company. The Technical Writer will work closely with our product development team, engineering team, and marketing team to create accurate, clear, and concise user guides, manuals, specifications, and other technical materials. The main responsibility of this role is to create documentation that is easily understood by technical and non-technical users.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain a variety of technical documents including user manuals, design specifications, and other technical documentation.
• Work with software development and testing teams to ensure technical accuracy and completeness of documentation.
• Edit, standardize, or make changes to material prepared by other writers or establishment personnel.
• Participate in team meetings and communicate project status to team members.
• Research, analyze, and organize complex technical information into clear, concise, and readable documents.
• Ensure the accuracy of all technical information by establishing and adhering to style guidelines (such as the Microsoft Manual of Style).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop supporting material such as diagrams, graphs, and illustrations to enhance documentation.
• Work with the marketing team as needed to ensure technical documents are properly communicated to customers and stakeholders.

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in technical writing, preferably in a software or other technology-intensive fields
• Experience developing technical documentation targeted to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Proficient in writing and editing technical documentation with a strong understanding of technical concepts and terminology
• Proficient in using authoring tools like Microsoft Word, Adobe Framemaker, MadCap Flare etc
• Experience with content management systems (CMS) is preferred
• Keen eye for detail and an excellent ability to organize information into a structured format
• Ability to work well with cross-functional teams and coordinate with multiple stakeholders
• Bachelor's degree in English, Technical Writing, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

This full-time position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as the opportunity for professional growth and advancement. If you are an experienced Technical Writer with a passion for creating high-quality documentation, we encourage you to apply.