VP, Technical Writing & Content Strategy

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

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.