Technical Writer

Port Elizabeth FULL TIME R30,000 - R40,000 / Month
(R360,000 - R480,000 / Year)

Job Description

As a Technical Writer, you will play a vital role in enhancing our documentation processes and ensuring all technical information is up to date and user-friendly. Your attention to detail and ability to distill technical jargon into easy-to-understand content will be key to the success of our software products.

Responsibilities

  • Draft and revise documentation for software updates and new releases.
  • Review and evaluate existing documentation for relevance and accuracy.
  • Create and manage online help content to enhance the user experience.
  • Develop training materials for internal staff and end-users.
  • Support agile development teams with timely documentation.
  • Act as a liaison between users and development teams to facilitate feedback.
  • Perform usability testing to ensure documentation meets user needs.
  • Stay current with industry trends in technical writing and documentation tools.
  • Attend product launches to understand customer feedback and integrate this into documentation.
  • Create documentation metrics to measure effectiveness and accessibility.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
  • Master's degree is an advantage
Experience
  • 5+ years of experience in technical documentation and writing
Technical Skills
  • Graphic Design Software
  • HTML/CSS
Soft Skills
  • Project Management
  • Team Collaboration
Certifications
  • Advanced Professional Technical Communicator (APTC)
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Knowledge of API documentation: Experience with documenting APIs and technical integrations.
  • Experience in software development: Background knowledge in software development to aid documentation processes.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical insurance
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Options for remote work
  • Continuous training and workshops

Company Culture

  • Continuous Learning: We encourage ongoing learning and development to keep up with industry standards.
  • Innovation: We prioritize creative thinking and innovation in solving problems.
  • Wellness Focus: We support the well-being of our employees through various programs and initiatives.
Status: Open