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Software Technical Writer (JB4286)

Full time at a Laimoon Verified Company in South Africa
Posted on April 20, 2024

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Software Technical Writer (JB4286)

Randburg, Gauteng

R25K - R35K a month + Benefits

Permanent

As a software Technical Writer at a well-established, large Courier Company, you'll be pivotal in developing comprehensive documentation that adheres to rigorous organizational standards, ensuring clarity and accessibility for users. Leveraging your adeptness in quickly grasping complex subject matter, you'll translate intricate technical details into user-friendly content, fostering user success with our products and services. Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, you'll gather insights, refine content, and contribute to the continuous improvement of their documentation processes. With a keen eye for detail and a proactive approach to continuous learning, you'll play a vital role in enhancing the user experience and supporting the company's mission of delivering exceptional solutions to their clients

Minimum Requirements:

National Senior Certificate, Grade 12, or similar qualification

Two or more years of experience as an effective technical writer

Proven ability to quickly learn and understand complex subject matter

Experience in writing documentation and procedure manuals for various audiences

Superb written communication skills, with a keen eye for detail

Experience in working with engineers to improve user experience (ex: design, UI), refine content, and create visuals and diagrams for technical support content

Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously

Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in journalism, communications, or relevant technical field

Firm understanding of SDLC (systems development lifecycle)

Previous experience in software development

Duties and Responsibilities:

Develop comprehensive documentation in adherence to organizational standards

Gain a deep understanding of products and services, simplifying complex information into polished, engaging content

Write user-friendly content tailored to meet the needs of the target audience, facilitating user success

Develop and maintain a detailed database of reference materials, incorporating research, usability tests, and design specifications

Evaluate existing content and devise innovative methods for enhancement

Research, outline, write, and edit content in collaboration with various departments to align with project requirements

Gather information from subject-matter experts to create procedure manuals, technical specifications, and process documentation

Collaborate with development and support leads to identify documentation repositories, ensuring optimal data storage solutions

Research, create, and maintain information architecture templates compliant with organizational and legal standards, facilitating easy data migration

Develop content in alternative media forms to maximize usability while maintaining a consistent voice across all documentation

Stay updated on changes and procedures within the company to address customer needs effectively

Maintain awareness of the company's structures, divisions, and teams to understand business dynamics and query types

Ensure continuous learning and development to optimize system and process knowledge

Approach opportunities with a proactive "can-do" attitude

Work effectively in a lively environment, demonstrating strong teamwork skills

Foster collaborative relationships within the team to achieve shared objectives

Contribute insights in departmental meetings to enhance decision-making processes and departmental functioning

Identify and address issues within the allocated area, proposing changes as needed

Display adaptability and resilience to work under pressure and extended hours when required

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Equal opportunity: All backgrounds are welcomed, with no bias. All are considered based on requirements.

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