Senior Remote Technical Writer | Documentation Specialist
We're seeking an experienced Technical Writer with expertise in developing comprehensive technical documentation following industry standards and best practices. As our Senior Technical Writer, you'll create, edit, and maintain high-quality documentation for software projects, ensuring compliance with GOST, ISO, and other relevant standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional documentation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain technical documentation in accordance with internal company standards and regulatory requirements (GOST-34, GOST-19, ISO 9001:2015, and other documentation standards).
- Perform rigorous quality control, editing, and proofreading of technical content to ensure clarity, accuracy, and adherence to style guidelines.
- Formalize technical, design, and operational documentation including specifications, requirements documents, technical tasks, and user manuals.
- Create and implement document templates for various purposes, establishing documentation frameworks that enhance consistency and efficiency.
- Collaborate with development teams to gather technical information and translate complex concepts into clear, user-friendly documentation.
- Keep all documentation up-to-date, implementing version control and ensuring documentation reflects the current state of products and systems.
- Participate in documentation process improvements, suggesting and implementing new methodologies and tools to enhance documentation quality.
- Conduct regular reviews of existing documentation to identify areas for improvement and implement necessary updates.
- Assist in establishing documentation best practices and creating style guides for consistent documentation across projects.
Required Skills:
- 3+ years of experience in technical writing, preferably in software or IT environments.
- Exceptional spelling and stylistic literacy with demonstrably competent oral and written communication.
- Proven experience developing technical documentation including specifications, technical requirements, and technical tasks.
- Experience creating operational documentation such as user instructions, regulations, templates, and procedural guides.
- Comprehensive knowledge of documentation standards including GOST R 34.602-89, GOST 19.201-78, ISO 9001:2015, and other relevant industry requirements.
- Advanced ability to create, edit, illustrate, and adapt technical material for different audiences and stakeholders.
- Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Word 2019/365, including document markup tools, templates, styles, and customizable fields.
- Proficiency with graphic editing tools (such as Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, or Figma) and office software packages (Microsoft Office 365).
- Basic understanding of software development lifecycle processes and methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, DevOps).
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to understand complex technical concepts and communicate them clearly.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality in documentation deliverables.
- Self-motivated work ethic suitable for a remote working environment.
Nice to Have:
- Experience with documentation management systems (Confluence, SharePoint, Notion) and version control tools (Git, SVN).
- Knowledge of markup languages like HTML, XML, Markdown, or reStructuredText.
- Familiarity with API documentation tools and techniques (Swagger, OpenAPI).
- Experience with technical content management systems and single-source publishing.
- Background in information architecture or content strategy development.
- Understanding of user experience (UX) principles as they apply to documentation.
- Experience working in Agile environments and participating in sprint planning and reviews.
- Knowledge of localization and translation processes for international documentation.
- Familiarity with static site generators (Jekyll, Hugo, Sphinx) for documentation websites.
Why Join Our Team:
As our Technical Writer, you'll work in a fully remote environment with a team that values clear communication and high-quality documentation. We offer competitive compensation, flexible working hours, and opportunities for professional growth in technical writing and documentation management. Your expertise will directly impact the success of our products by ensuring users and stakeholders have access to clear, comprehensive documentation. Join us to shape documentation strategies that enhance user experience and drive product adoption in a collaborative, innovative environment.