Technical Writer Job Description

Technical writers, also known as technical communicators, develop articles and guides to explain technical concepts in a more understandable way to end-users. They work with other writers and inside business partners, like product managers and software development engineers, to plan, help with content development and quality governance, and write content for its ecosystem.

What Does a Technical Writer Do?

Technical writers are responsible for preparing instruction manuals and articles with the primary purpose of making complicated, technical material more easily understandable to the public. They are responsible for developing, collecting, and disseminating technical knowledge among customers, designers, and manufacturers.

Job Profile of a Technical Writer

Lanteria is seeking a technical writer who can help us create high-quality documentation to help our products succeed. You'll be part of a group of excellent professional writers that collaborate with developers, quality engineers, product managers, and usability specialists to make our products more user-friendly.

The role also involves researching terminology and compiling a glossary, as well as generating digital and print materials and collaborating with various departments to determine their content requirements.

Technical Writer: Responsibilities

A technical writer’s responsibilities are as follows:

• Producing a high-quality document that complies with regulations and is simple to use
• Preparing, reviewing, updating, and maintaining control of the deliverables; collaborating with subject matter experts
• Analyzing and managing current and future content
• Creating user interface text, online assistance, and developer guidelines that are simple to grasp
• Creating tutorials to assist end-users in using a wide range of applications
• Streamlining the documentation process throughout the company
• Assisting teams in developing deliverable formats
• Conducting research and gathering input from customers, designers, and manufacturers regarding the usability of their products

Technical Writer: Requirements

• Proven experience creating software documentation in a technical capacity.
• Ability to produce high-quality documentation while paying close attention to the smallest of details
• Ability to swiftly grasp difficult technical concepts and translate them into words and images
• Strong English writing skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 
• Has a basic understanding of the SDLC and software development
• A Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field is required