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Job Summary
The Technical Writer analyzes technical information and specifications in order to write documentation. The candidate must demonstrate an advanced command of written and verbal English, with proven ability to organize and execute projects on time and on budget.
Key Responsibilities
Writes content for the creation of electronic and/or printed documentation.
Interprets technical specification documents to create the framework for a deliverable then works with Subject Matter Experts (SME’s) to update the documentation as required.
Collaborates with a variety of cross-functional teams and individuals.
Analyzes and leverages existing technical documentation.
Proactively anticipates potential problems and takes corrective action.
Capable of working independently, taking direction from a project lead, or providing direction to other writers.
Works proactively with product development team to ensure completeness and accuracy of
documentation content.
Delivers documentation per project plan.
Project Responsibilities
Responsible for self-managing workloads and tracking assignments through the delivery process
including research, development, reviews, approvals, and release.
Work with the team to manage priorities and expectations.
Interact with development personnel as assigned.
Adhere to the scheduling, planning and tracking of development activities to ensure agreed Quality, Cost & Delivery (QCD) targets are met.
Report on workflow and opportunities for cost reduction, productivities and quality improvements.
Team Working Responsibilities
Demonstrates the ability to simultaneously handle a variety of tasks/problems.
Collaborates with technical writers, editors, project managers, various cross-functional teams, and subject matter experts, other internal and external clients.
Works with team to share and reuse content whenever possible.
Fosters collaborative teamwork.
Qualifications
*.Minimum 7 years current technical writer experience; should have current, consecutive, and active experience between the years of 2007 (or before) and 2015
*.Experience in process, procedure technical writing
*.Healthcare and/or business writing experience
*.Excellent writing skills and knowledge of English Language with demonstrated experience in creating content in English for an international audience
*.Analytical skills enabling the interpretation of product specifications
*.Experience working in virtual teams across different countries and time zones
*.Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
*.Demonstrated ability to adjust behavior to effectively interact with a broad range of individuals
*.Demonstrated ability to work with little supervision, self-directed, highly organized ability to work on multiple projects with multiple priorities and deadlines
*.Excellent time management skills (adhering to timelines, reporting on milestones and completion, identifying potential risks for missing timelines in advance of due date with clarifying reasons to enable manager / project manager to course correct and communicate challenges
*.Strong Team Player
*.Excellent research techniques with the ability to pull information from numerous sources
Proficiency With The Following Programs
*.Robohelp 9 or above (within the past 3 years)
*.Microsoft Office
*.Adobe Frame Maker
BS/BA/MS In One Of The Following
*.Computer Science/Engineering
*.Information Systems...
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