Associate Technical Writer

Aspen Technology, Inc.; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

AspenTech in Bengaluru is hiring a technical writer to research, write and edit configuration guides, user guides and other technical materials. You will develop an in-depth understanding of AspenTech products to deliver complex software documentation that meets the needs of the target audience.

You will work closely with development teams, subject matter experts and internal stakeholders to continuously improve documentation, apply style guides for consistency, and use a ticketing system to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Technical/Professional Writing, English, Engineering, Computer Science or a related technical field.
• 0-2 years of experience developing software or technical documentation
• Ability to quickly learn complex topics and software applications
• Keen eye for detail
• Thorough understanding of how to translate complex information into concise, easy-to-follow instructions
• Excellent organizational and time management skills

Responsibilities

• Research, write and edit configuration guides, user’s guides and other related technical materials
• Develop an in-depth understanding of products to efficiently manage and deliver complex software documentation that meets the needs of the target audience
• Work closely with development teams, subject matter experts and internal stakeholders to continually improve documentation
• Utilize ticket tracking system to ensure tasks stay on track and deadlines are met
• Apply design and style guides to existing documentation to ensure consistent look and feel across the documentation library

Skills

Technical writing

XML-based documentation

MadCap Flare

HTML

Agile

Jira

Jama

Education

Bachelor's degree in Technical/Professional Writing, English, Engineering, Computer Science or related field

Tools

MadCap Flare

Jira

Jama

Job description

The driving force behind our success has always been the people of AspenTech. What drives us, is our aspiration, our desire and ambition to keep pushing the envelope, overcoming any hurdle, challenging the status quo to continually find a better way. You will experience these qualities of passion, pride and aspiration in many ways — from a rich set of career development programs to support of community service projects to social events that foster fun and relationship building across our global community.

The Role

• Research, write and edit documentation such as configuration guides, user’s guides and other related technical materials
• Develop an in-depth understanding of products to efficiently manage and deliver complex software documentation that meets the needs of the target audience
• Work closely with development teams, subject matter experts and internal stakeholders to continually improve documentation
• Utilize ticket tracking system to ensure tasks stay on track and deadlines are met
• Apply design and style guides to existing documentation to ensure consistent look and feel across the documentation library

Your Impact

• Bachelor's degree in Technical/Professional Writing, English, Engineering, Computer Science or a related technical field
• 0-2 years of experience developing software or technical documentation
• Ability to quickly learn complex topics and software applications
• Keen eye for detail
• Thorough understanding of how to translate complex information into concise, easy-to-follow instructions
• Excellent organizational and time management skills

What You'll Need

• Exposure to XML-based documentation authoring software, such as MadCap Flare
• Knowledge of HTML and web publishing
• Understanding of Agile methodology
• Familiarity with project management tools, such as Jira and Jama

AspenTech is a global software leader helping industries meet the increasing demand for resources from a rapidly growing population in a profitable and sustainable manner. Our Digital Grid Management software suite, including AspenTech OSI products, helps power and utilities companies achieve superior real-time control, optimization and management for exceptional performance of complex energy networks.

If you're looking to make a difference every day and push the limits of performance, AspenTech is doing things no one else thought was possible.

As a leading industrial software partner, we help companies all over the world run safer, greener, longer and faster. With over 3700 employees and more than 60 global locations, AspenTech is meeting today's sustainability and business challenges head-on with unmatched expertise, cutting-edge AI-powered technology and a passion to innovate.

AspenTech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

AspenTech does not discriminate against employees or applicants on the basis of age, race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or related conditions, marital status, familial status, national origin, disability, medical condition, genetic information, citizenship, military service or protected Veteran Status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Reasonable Accommodation: We will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals who have a disability or sincere religious reasons to request accommodation, when necessary to enable the individual to participate in the job application or interview process. If you wish to request an accommodation, please contact us at [e-mail].

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