Technical Writer (Documentation, SRS, UAT)

GMI Advisory; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Midrand seeks an experienced technical writer to develop, write, and organize content for digital platforms. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in a technical field and at least three years of experience in technical writing. Strong collaboration, project management, and content development skills are essential for this role. Join a dynamic environment that values creativity and innovation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in technical writing.
• Demonstrated ability to produce technical documents.
• Excellent editing and proofreading skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, write, and organize digital content for new and existing products.
• Produce technically accurate documentation working with cross-functional partners.
• Manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Skills

Technical writing

Collaboration

Project management

Content development

Research skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Tools

Hugo

Markdown

Acrobat

MS Office

MS SharePoint

Confluence

Job description

Overview

In this role, the candidate will take complex and technical ideas and make them more understandable using clear and simple language. The ideal candidate enjoys a dynamic work environment and will need to think like an engineer on some days and like a product manager on others. The ideal candidate possesses the perfect blend of developer-thinking and technical writing ability.

Experience with content development and authoring tools, primarily Hugo, Markdown and Acrobat. Working knowledge of HTML, XML, and HTML5. Familiarity with accessibility concepts and the use of a screen reader (NVDA or JAWS) to test PDF and HTML5 files. Experience working with subject matter experts to translate technical information into clear, logical, content for laypersons use in online help, developers\' guides, release notes, etc. Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage schedules and deadlines for multiple projects. Experience working in cross-functional teams, interacting with designers, researchers, usability specialists, product managers, marketing, and legal and compliance experts. Strong research, problem-solving, and analytical skills; attention to detail; willingness to explore new ideas and creative solutions. Self-motivated; able to work independently while also contributing to the success of the team. Knowledge of Content Strategy methods and trends with practical experience applying this knowledge. Proficiency with MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel). Knowledge of MS SharePoint or Confluence a plus. Experience adhering to documented standards for brand and copy, including style, voice, and tone. Familiarity with style guides such as the Microsoft Writing Style Guide. Financial services experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Possess a developer-centric vision for how documentation should be organized and presented on multiple platforms.
• Develop, write, organize, and deliver digital content (online help, developers\' guides, release notes, and UI microcopy, etc.) for new and existing products.
• Be a steward of the technologist experience, leading the delivery of efficient and effective and developer-obsessed solutions.
• Produce technically accurate and well-written documentation, working with cross-functional partners to understand and align on project objectives, goals, and requirements.
• Create and test content (PDF and HTML) for accessibility compliance to ensure the best experience for all users.
• Ensure consistency of style and tone in all materials, following corporate standards and accepted technical writing principles.
• Leverage user feedback and data to inform and optimize content across platforms.
• Manage concurrent projects from start to finish, adapt to changing priorities, and meet all deadlines.
• Develop and curate libraries of material across the organization.
• Collaborate with a team comprised of product owners, technology partners, agile teams, and executive leadership to document technology products for new and existing technical specifications.
• Synthesize large amounts of information for broader consumption across the organization.
• Support all controls and compliance requirements and ensure that all pre- and post-launch conditions are met in order to release documentation on time.
• Create and deliver experiences that delight and positively influence both internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor\'s degree in a technical field
• Minimum of three years of experience in technical writing
• Demonstrated ability to produce technical documents
• Proficiency in software applications related to technical writing
• Excellent editing and proofreading skills

Soft skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to collaborate with other departments
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize work
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment