Technical Writer
Nerdio
About Nerdio
What you'll do
Document Creation and Maintenance:
- Develop and update technical documentation, including user manuals, installation guides, release notes, and FAQs.
- Collaborate with subject matter experts and cross-functional teams to gather information and ensure the accuracy and completeness of documentation.
- Organize and present technical information in a clear and structured manner, tailoring it to the intended audience.Content Review and Editing:
- Review and edit existing documentation for clarity, consistency, and adherence to style guidelines.
- Ensure that all documentation complies with industry standards, best practices, and regulatory requirements.
- Verify the accuracy of technical information through testing and collaboration with relevant teams.Document Management:
- Maintain a centralized repository for technical documentation, ensuring version control and accessibility for internal and external stakeholders.
- Collaborate with the customer engagement team to gather feedback and identify areas for improvement in documentation.
Previous experience in writing technical documentation for cloud platforms, such as Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services (AWS), or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
Knowledge of cloud computing concepts and terminology, including virtual machines, networking, storage, and security.
Strong writing and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly and concisely.
Experience in creating technical documentation, such as user manuals, installation guides, API documentation, or knowledge base articles.
Familiarity with style guides and documentation standards, such as Microsoft Manual of Style or Chicago Manual of Style.
Understanding of information architecture and content organization principles.
Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, managing multiple documentation projects simultaneously.
Familiarity with documentation tools and technologies.
Attention to detail and strong editing skills to ensure accuracy and consistency in documentation.
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as technical communication, computer science, or a related discipline.
Familiarity with software development processes and agile methodologies.
Proficiency in using documentation tools and software, such as MadCap Flare and Microsoft Word, Adobe FrameMaker.
Experience with version control systems, such as Git or SVN. Understanding of API documentation standards and tools, such as Swagger or OpenAPI.
Proficiency in graphic design or visual communication, with the ability to create diagrams and illustrations to enhance technical documentation.
Experience with content management systems (CMS) or documentation platforms, such as Confluence or DITA-based systems.
Zendesk integration experience