Technical Writer
Technical Writer
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Job Description
Title: Technical Writer
Location: Chennai India
Summary:
We are seeking a skilled and detailoriented Technical Writer to create clear concise and informative documentation for our technical products and services. In this role you will work closely with engineers developers and other subject matter experts to gather information organize content and produce highquality documentation that meets the needs of our users. The ideal candidate possesses excellent writing and communication skills a strong grasp of technical concepts and the ability to translate complex information into easily understandable language.
Responsibilities:
Research and Information Gathering: Conduct thorough research including interviewing subject matter experts analyzing code and reviewing product specifications to gather accurate and uptodate technical information.
Content Development: Organize and structure technical information into clear and logical documents such as user guides manuals tutorials API documentation and knowledge base articles.
Writing and Editing: Write clear concise and grammatically correct technical content that is tailored to the target audience and adheres to established style guidelines.
Document Formatting: Format documents according to established templates and standards ensuring a professional and visually appealing presentation.
Illustrations and Diagrams: Create or collaborate with graphic designers to develop illustrations and diagrams that enhance understanding of technical concepts.
Proofreading and Quality Assurance: Conduct meticulous proofreading and quality assurance checks to ensure accuracy consistency and completeness of technical documentation.
Collaboration: Work collaboratively with crossfunctional teams including engineering product and marketing to ensure documentation aligns with product development and release cycles.
Version Control: Maintain version control of documents ensuring that the most uptodate versions are readily available and accessible to users.
Qualifications:
Education: Bachelors degree in Technical Writing English Communications Computer Science or a related field.
Experience: 5 years of experience in technical writing or a related field preferably with experience documenting software products or technical processes.
Skills:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong grasp of grammar punctuation and style.
Ability to quickly learn and understand complex technical concepts.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or similar tools.
Experience with document management systems version control tools and authoring tools (e.g. MadCap Flare Adobe FrameMaker) is a plus.
Attributes:
Detailoriented and organized.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong time management and prioritization skills.
Adaptable and able to work in a fastpaced environment.
Passion for technology and learning new things.
Commitment to producing highquality technical documentation.
About Trimble India
Trimble India is a subsidiary of Trimble Inc. a global leader in providing technology solutions for industries such as construction agriculture geospatial and transportation. With a strong presence in India Trimble offers a wide range of innovative products and services to enhance efficiency productivity and sustainability.
Employment Type
Full-Time
