Technical Writer at Interop 

  • Position (Location):  Fort Myers, FL or Dallas, TX
  • Department: Technical Realization-Product Management
  • Reports to: Executive VP & CTO
  • FLSA Status: Full-Time/Exempt

Primary Responsibilities

(include but not limited to):

  • Work with Product Managers, Software Development, and other subject matter experts to create, maintain, and update technical overviews, operational guides, API documents, technical user manuals, and context-sensitive help for a variety of new and existing product offerings
  • Collaborate with the Software Development organization during the design phase of new products
  • Create and maintain product questionnaires, surveys, etc.
  • Comply with and contribute to style guide
  • Maintain and update Technical Writing processes

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Experience in authoring software design documentation and technical user manuals
  • Experience in interviewing and working with subject matter experts and other individuals within the organization
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects while meeting very tight deadlines
  • Ability to work independently and learn new concepts quickly
  • Strong knowledge of grammar, spelling, and punctuation usage for the English language
  • Advanced knowledge of Adobe InDesign or other desktop publishing software
  • Experience with RoboHelp or other online help software
  • Experience with imaging software for use in generating screen captures
  • Familiarity with Adobe Acrobat-based products, including form generation
  • Familiarity with Confluence or similar wiki-based platform
  • Portfolio of sample work that can be viewed prior to an interview
  • Knowledge of the wireless industry is a plus

Education / Experience

  • Minimum of five years of technical writing experience
  • BS degree in Technical Writing, Engineering, English, or related field

Other 

    • May require travel and/or being on-call
    • May require working in excess of 40 hours / week
    • Physical requirements:
      • Ability to sit at a desk for one or more hours at a time
      • Ability to operate computer and other equipment

Compensation

      • Competitive and dependent on experience

Benefits and Perks

      • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
      • Life and disability insurance
      • 401(k) plan
      • Robust paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave schedule
      • Employee discounts and assistance services
      • Employee referral bonus program
      • Casual dress code
      • A sharp team to collaborate with