Vice President, Technical Writer

BNY; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

BNY in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking a Vice President, Technical Writer to lead documentation strategy and drive consistency across product and engineering teams.

You will collaborate with cross-functional partners, mentor junior writers, and ensure accessibility and clarity of information. Ideal candidates bring a Bachelor’s in English/Communications/Engineering with 6–10 years of experience and strong writing skills, plus proficiency in technical writing tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Engineering, or related field.
• 6-10 years of experience.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in technical writing tools and software.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather information and insights, ensuring documentation accuracy and relevance.
• Implement best practices in technical writing to enhance user experience and accessibility of information.
• Review and refine existing documentation to ensure alignment with BNY's strategic objectives and principles.
• Mentor and guide junior technical writers, promoting a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and innovations in technical writing to maintain cutting‑edge documentation practices.

Skills

Technical writing

Documentation

Cross-functional collaboration

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Technical writing tools

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

At BNY, our culture allows us to run our company better and enables employees’ growth and success. As a leading global financial services company at the heart of the global financial system, we influence nearly 20% of the world’s investible assets. Every day, our teams harness cutting‑edge AI and breakthrough technologies to collaborate with clients, driving transformative solutions that redefine industries and uplift communities worldwide. Recognized as a top destination for innovators, BNY is where bold ideas meet advanced technology and exceptional talent. Together, we power the future of finance – and this is what is all about. Join us and be part of something extraordinary.

We’re seeking Vice President, Technical Writer professional to join our team in Pittsburgh, PA.

In this role, you'll make an impact in the following ways:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather information and insights, ensuring documentation accuracy and relevance.
• Implement best practices in technical writing to enhance user experience and accessibility of information.
• Review and refine existing documentation to ensure alignment with BNY's strategic objectives and principles.
• Mentor and guide junior technical writers, promoting a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and innovations in technical writing to maintain cutting‑edge documentation practices.

To be successful in this role, we’re seeking the following:

• Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Engineering, or a related field.
• 6-10 years of experience.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and project management abilities.
• Proficiency in technical writing tools and software.

At BNY, our culture speaks for itself, check out the latest BNY news at:

BNY Newsroom

BNY LinkedIn

Here’s a Few Of Our Recent Awards:

• America’s Most Innovative Companies, Fortune, 2025
• World’s Most Admired Companies, Fortune 2025
• “Most Just Companies”, Just Capital and CNBC, 2025

Our Benefits And Rewards:

BNY offers highly competitive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs rooted in a strong culture of excellence and our pay‑for‑performance philosophy. We provide access to flexible global resources and tools for your life’s journey. Focus on your health, foster your personal resilience, and reach your financial goals as a valued member of our team, along with generous paid leaves, including paid volunteer time, that can support you and your family through moments that matter.

BNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

ABOUT US

At BNY, our culture allows us to run our company better and enables employees’ growth and success. As a leading global financial services company at the heart of the global financial system, we influence nearly 20% of the world’s investible assets. Every day, our teams harness cutting‑edge AI and breakthrough technologies to collaborate with clients, driving transformative solutions that redefine industries and uplift communities worldwide. Recognized as a top destination for innovators, BNY is where bold ideas meet advanced technology and exceptional talent. Together, we power the future of finance – and this is what is all about. Join us and be part of something extraordinary.

ABOUT THE TEAM

At BNY, our culture speaks for itself, check out the latest BNY news at BNY Newsroom & BNY LinkedIn

Here’s a Few Of Our Recent Awards:

• America’s Most Innovative Companies, Fortune, 2025
• World’s Most Admired Companies, Fortune 2025
• “Most Just Companies”, Just Capital and CNBC, 2025

Our Benefits And Rewards:

BNY offers highly competitive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs rooted in a strong culture of excellence and our pay‑for‑performance philosophy. We provide access to flexible global resources and tools for your life’s journey. Focus on your health, foster your personal resilience, and reach your financial goals as a valued member of our team, along with generous paid leaves, including paid volunteer time, that can support you and your family through moments that matter.

BNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

BNY assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package for our employees. The expected base salary for this position when employment commences can be found in the Job Info section at the bottom of the posting. Base salary offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. Base salary is only part of the total rewards package, which may include eligibility for an annual discretionary incentive award. Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect, eligible employees may enroll in a 401(k) plan as well as participate in Company‑sponsored medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance plans for the employee and the employee’s eligible dependents. Eligible employees also may receive other benefits (including various paid time off benefits, such as vacation and sick time), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, the employee will be in an “at will” position and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payments or compensation programs) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.