Technical Writer, Systems Requirement Documentation in Manchester

Energy Jobline ZR; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm is seeking a detail-oriented System Requirements Document (SRD) Writer to lead the development and documentation of system requirements. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in systems analysis and technical writing, with proficiency in tools like Confluence and JIRA. This hybrid role requires strong communication skills and the ability to work independently. Competitive compensation of $75-$85 per hour is offered, along with a supportive and communicative company culture.

Benefits

Professional career growth

Friendly and communicative culture

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in systems analysis or technical writing.
• Experience producing SRDs, SRSs, or similar documentation.
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycles.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain System Requirements Documents (SRDs).
• Translate business and user requirements into system-level requirements.
• Ensure traceability of requirements throughout the development lifecycle.

Skills

Systems analysis

Technical writing

Requirements documentation

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science or related field

Tools

Confluence

JIRA

Visio

Job description

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Company Profile

At Sand Cherry Associates, we excel in the design and delivery of strategic customer-centric initiatives through digitally , data-empowered solutions. Our client’s confidence in us is centered on exceptionally skilled, high-energy talent working with the support of the full Sand Cherry team. Finding the right match for this role is a critical aspect of continuing that success.

Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented System Requirements Document (SRD) Writer to lead the development, documentation, and maintenance of system requirements that support complex business and technical initiatives. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with business analysts, product owners, architects, and engineering teams to ensure all functional and non-functional requirements are clearly defined, traceable, and aligned with stakeholder needs and system capabilities. This is a hybrid role requiring four days per week on-site. Candidates must reside in one of the following locations: Philadelphia, PA; Naperville, IL; Denver, CO; or Manchester, NH. All qualified candidates MUST be authorized to work in the United States without requiring visa sponsorship. Please note that we cannot work C2C.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop, structure, and maintain System Requirements Documents (SRDs) that clearly articulate system functionality, interfaces, and performance expectations.
• Translate business and user requirements into detailed, testable system-level requirements for development and QA teams.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs), architects, and technical leads to ensure accuracy, feasibility, and completeness of requirements.
• Ensure traceability of requirements throughout the development lifecycle, maintaining alignment with business objectives and design specifications.
• Create and manage requirements baselines and participate in change control processes to document modifications.
• Review and edit existing documentation to improve clarity, consistency, and compliance with organizational standards.
• Support system design reviews, test planning, and validation activities by providing documentation and clarification on system behavior and constraints.
• Collaborate with project management and engineering to identify risks, dependencies, and assumptions related to system requirements.
• Maintain document repositories, version control, and templates to ensure uniformity and accessibility.
• Continuously improve documentation processes and standards to improve efficiency and quality.

Requirements

Qualifications and Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in systems analysis, technical writing, or requirements documentation for complex software or network systems.
• Demonstrated experience producing SRDs, SRSs (Software Requirements Specifications), or other structured technical documentation.
• Strong understanding of systems engineering principles, software development lifecycles (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid), and requirements traceability.
• Excellent technical writing, communication, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency with tools such as Confluence, JIRA, Visio, or similar requirements management systems.
• Experience in cable broadband industry is .
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple concurrent projects.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.

Compensation

For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in Colorado, Sand Cherry Associates is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This compensation range is specific to the State of Colorado and takes into account a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensational decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and delivery model. This is a long-term consulting engagement with an hourly rate of $75-$85. Years of experience, level of education, geographic location, unique skills/qualifications for the specific role and potential certifications can be key factors in the final compensation for this role.

Benefits

Our team is unique — we are passionate about what we do. At Sand Cherry, our Consultants know they are impacting and shaping our clients’ industries. We recognize our employees for their contributions. Our culture is one of the most friendly and communicative in the consulting industry. Sand Cherry is not a top-heavy organization. We offer the opportunity to be part of a digital workforce. Discover the experience that only comes with self-responsibility in the workplace. Our team members manage their own workloads and are expected to deliver exceptional work for our clients. Professional career growth is one of our main priorities, as we affirm that investing in our Consultants and empowering our people will also deliver the best results and value for our clients.

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