Technical Writer Job GT Nexus Inc

Technical Writer

Department : Products
Location : Bangalore, India
Position Summary

Seeking a writer to generate variety of content including online user guides, instructional documents (UI), screen content (UI), demos, tutorials, and help. Writer should have 2+ years of experience writing and editing content for a variety of online transactional, Software as a Service - based applications. The ideal candidate should have experience writing and collaborating on content with diverse groups in a fast-paced environment and is extremely comfortable working online.

Not desired: Technical writers who have written only white papers or docs to print (PDFs) technical documents.

NOTE: Providing writing samples with the resume is a plus.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Write and edit accurate, concise, and highly readable page content for new and existing web applications that is not overly technical or obscure.
• Generate writing that include but are not limited to Help, FAQs, user guides, instructional documents, interactive tutorials, demos, and other website content.
• Evaluate the scope of a writing project and be responsible for managing own priorities, schedule and deadlines.
• Enforce and follow established style guides to ensure high editorial standards.
• Diplomatically address and resolve differences between stakeholders from cross-functional teams.
• Quick and accurate and should be able to multi-task.

HIGHLY DESIRED SKILLS:

• Expert in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat and Wiki technologies
• Experience with Captivate, Adobe Framemaker or similar software
• Strong advocate for the end users web experience
• Software technology documentation writing experience
• Experience with developing Web Based Training (WBT) and Computer Based Training (CBT) lesson plans/training
• Excellent writing, editing, analytical, and proof reading skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a team and collaborate with all levels in the organization
• Demonstrated ability to quickly grasp technical concepts and translate them into clear non-technical content
• Extremely organized and detail-oriented
• A self-starter who can work independently
• Knowledge of web production and project management
• Can juggle multiple projects and prioritize effectively
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Familiarity with AP Style Guide, Chicago Manual of Style or Microsoft Manual of Style
• Knowledge of additional language like German or Spanish is a plus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Qualified members will be located in the corporate offices in Bangalore, India.
• Company issued laptop is provided.
• Internet Service at home is a must; company will provide a VPN access.
• Some travel is required.

Job Requirements

• 2+ years writing for the web or e-learning contexts
• Masters in English or Journalism, or Technical Writing certification

How To Apply

Please send your resume and a one-page cover letter with salary expectations to staffing.india@gtnexus.com.

Be sure to put PSO-TI--2010 and your name in the Subject of your email. Send Word and text files only — no links to resumes, no PDFs, no html files.

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