Technical Author

JR United Kingdom; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Technical Author to join their team. This role involves creating and managing technical documentation for software and firmware products in the professional broadcast TV sector. You'll collaborate closely with R&D and product management teams, ensuring clarity and accuracy in user guides and manuals. The company offers a competitive salary, flexible working hours, and excellent benefits, including an on-site gym and EV chargers. If you have a passion for technical writing and innovation, this is your chance to make a significant impact.

Benefits

On-site gym

EV chargers

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• 5+ years of technical writing experience, preferably with MadCap Flare.
• Ability to translate complex technical language into clear, user-focused content.

Responsibilities

• Write, edit, and update user-friendly technical documentation.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to verify content accuracy.

Skills

Technical Writing

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Broadcast Technology Knowledge

Tools

MadCap Flare

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Microsoft Visio

CAD/CAM Viewers (eDrawings)

Job description

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? Thatcham, Berkshire, UK | ? Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits

A fantastic opportunity has opened for an experienced Technical Author to join one of the UK’s leading broadcast test and measurement companies.

You'll work closely with R&D, product management, and service teams to create, edit, and manage technical user guides, installation manuals, and support documentation — mainly for software/firmware products within the professional broadcast TV industry.

Key Responsibilities:

? Write, edit, and update user-friendly technical documentation

? Maintain documentation standards and control processes

? Collaborate with engineering teams to verify content accuracy

? Participate in product testing phases to ensure documentation clarity

? Suggest improvements to documentation and publishing processes

What We’re Looking For:

5+ years of technical writing experience (MadCap Flare preferred)

Excellent written communication and attention to detail

Ability to translate complex technical language into clear, user-focused content

Experience in broadcast technology is highly desirable (SDI, SMPTE 2110, IP Networking, HDR/WCG)

Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects

? Experience with Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Microsoft Visio

? Knowledge of CAD/CAM viewers like eDrawings

? A second language would be an advantage

Why Join Us?

Competitive salary (based on merit, reviewed annually)

On-site gym, EV chargers, flexible working hours, and more!

Bring your technical writing skills to a company that truly values quality, innovation, and professional development.

? Ready to make your next move? Apply today!