Senior Technical Writer for Large-Scale System Docs

360 IT Professionals; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology services company located in Dallas, Texas is seeking an experienced Technical Writer to develop user manuals, help systems, and training materials. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least 6-8 years of experience in technical writing, particularly for large systems. Proficiency with tools like Frame Maker and Microsoft Word is essential. This role involves collaborating with globally dispersed teams to deliver high-quality documentation that meets detailed user needs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6-8 years’ experience in developing user manuals, help systems, and CBT modules.
• 3-5 years’ experience developing user documentation for large, functionally complex systems.
• Experience working in globally dispersed work teams is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop user manuals and help systems.
• Create training materials based on instructional design principles.
• Collaborate with onshore and offshore teams.

Skills

Technical Writing

User Documentation

Instructional Design

Advanced Written Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Technical Writing, or Instructional Design

Tools

Frame Maker

Microsoft Word

Mad Cap Flare

Captivate

Camtasia

RoboHelp

Microsoft Visio

Job description

A technology services company located in Dallas, Texas is seeking an experienced Technical Writer to develop user manuals, help systems, and training materials. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least 6-8 years of experience in technical writing, particularly for large systems. Proficiency with tools like Frame Maker and Microsoft Word is essential. This role involves collaborating with globally dispersed teams to deliver high-quality documentation that meets detailed user needs.