World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage, Hertfordshire (the role will be a hybrid position of working from home and being onsite 2-3 days per week on average) is currently looking to recruit a Technical Author subcontractor on an initial 6 month contract.
Hourly Rate: £50ph (Umbrella).
Contract Duration: 6 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter)
Technical Author Job Description:
We are seeking a highly skilled Technical Author to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a talent for translating complex technical concepts into clear, concise, and engaging documentation. You will collaborate with product managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to create and maintain high-quality materials that support our products and users.
Key Responsibilities:
*Write, edit, and maintain technical documents, including user manuals, installation guides, API documentation, and online help resources.
*Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze technical information.
*Organize and structure content to ensure clarity, consistency, and accuracy.
*Use documentation tools and content management systems to develop and manage content.
*Ensure all documentation aligns with company branding and style guidelines.
*Stay up-to-date with industry trends, tools, and best practices to continually improve our documentation processes.
Requirements:
*Proven experience as a Technical Author, Technical Writer, or similar role.
*Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
*Strong understanding of technical concepts and the ability to explain them clearly to non-technical audiences.
*Proficiency with documentation tools such as [Adobe, Confluence, or Microsoft Word etc…].
*Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and agile development processes is a plus.