- Type
- Full-time, Contract
- Department
- IT
- Seniority
- Senior
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Education
- Bachelor
- Source
- Freshteam
Description
SrTechnical Writer
Location – Chennai
Experience – 5-6 Years
Experience in Technical Documentation in Software, Excellent Communication
Open for Contract/or full time
RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop comprehensive documentation that meets organizational standards
Obtain a deep understanding of products and services to translate complex product information into simple, polished, and engaging content
Write user-friendly content that meets the needs of the target audience, turning insights language that sets our users up for success
Develop and maintain detailed databases of appropriate reference materials, including research, usability tests, and design specifications
Evaluate current content and develop innovative approaches for improvements
Research, outline, write, and edit new and existing content, working closely with various departments to understand project requirements
Independently gather information from subject matter experts to develop, organize, and write procedure manuals, technical specifications, and process documentation
Work with development and support leads to identify all documentation repositories, revise and edit, and determine the best solution for data compilation and centralized storage
Research, create, and maintain information architecture templates that uphold organizational and legal standards, and allow for easy data migration
Develop content in alternative media forms for maximum usability, with a consistent and cohesive voice across all documentation
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field
4+ years' industry experience as an effective technical writer
Proven ability to quickly learn and understand complex topics
Previous experience writing documentation and procedural materials for multiple audiences
Superior written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail -
Experience working with engineering to improve the user experience: design, UI, and help refine content and create visuals and diagrams for technical support content
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS
Proven ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, with an eye for prioritization
Firm understanding of the systems development life cycle (SDLC)
Previous software development experience
Certification through the Society for Technical Communicators
- Experience using XML tools to create documentation
