Senior Technical Writer (Java / C++ API level)

Senior Technical Writer (Java / C++ API level)
Summary



Our client is a fast growing, pre-IPO company backed by leading VC's and is managed by a seasoned team of professionals with extensive experience in the software, networking, and telephony industries.


We are looking for an experienced Technical Writer to contribute to the documentation for our clients mission-critical enterprise application that interfaces with the wired and wireless network infrastructure and the corporate PBX. This position reports to the Manager of Technical Publications.



The Senior Technical Writer is responsible for designing, developing, and creating API and general product documentation for a wireless, voice-activated communication product that runs in 802.11 environments. The Senior Technical Writer will also maintain the XSL style sheets used to produce the documentation library that is implemented in the DocBook DTD.

Responsibilities


Create, develop, and maintain the core product documentation: a library of nine books, seven help systems, a quick reference guide, and various instruction
sheets and online files

Specialize in maintaining Java and C++ API documentation for two different
interfaces to the product

Have or develop the expertise required to maintain the XSL style sheets used to produce the doc set, implemented in the DocBook DTD

Manage and maintain technical documentation on the corporate web site


Contribute to the development of a corporate intranet to enable corporate-wide access to information

Support technical training and technical marketing efforts as necessary

Handle any other technical communication needs that may arise in a small,
privately held, high technology start-up



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Desired Experience

Ten or more years of experience in providing multiple concurrent deliveries to varied audiences, ranging from technical professionals to end users

Experience documenting enterprise applications that reside in highly-networked environments, ideally products with 802.11, VOIP, or telephony interfaces

Experience creating API or other language reference documentation, with
knowledge of either Java or C++

Experience with DocBook or other XML authoring environments; especially
experience managing XSL style sheets for PDF, HTML, and Eclipse help output

The ability to develop documentation plans for a library of printed and online
publications, with the capability of analyzing documentation at the
developmental level

Experience single-sourcing documentation for multiple documents and
Audiences

Excellence in written communication, with a portfolio of previous publications demonstrating the ability to write about technology clearly and accurately

The ability to edit and create graphics in Photoshop, Illustrator, Visio, or similar applications

BA / BS in Technical Writing, Computer Science, Engineering, or related
Discipline



Interested?

If you are interested in this opportunity, please email us a FORMATTED version of your resume including your time frame for starting a new job, ?Senior Technical Writer? in the Subject line of your email, availability for phone and personal interviews, salary expectations, and the best phone numbers and times reach you.