Technical Writer (Remote) Jobs

A division of Harris; Cayenta is seeking a technical writer to join our Product Management Team! The Technical Writer will be responsible for establishing and overseeing software and product documentation practices for the Cayenta organization. This hybrid technical and business role requires 'soft' skills and the ability to work across various departments to achieve our mandate of user, marketing, and administrator-friendly content. You will be reporting to the Director of Product Management.

This position is based in Vancouver, BC, so preference is for a Vancouver-based candidate. We are open to candidates across Canada.

What will be your new role:

• Work with Product Management to clarify documentation needs, requirements, and assignments.
• Define and drive a vision for the Technical and Product documentation content.
• Plan and strategize structural and content changes in documentation.
• Perform copy editing, technical editing, and proofreading services on a variety of internal and external documents, reviewing for style, grammar, syntax, and organization/consistency of content.
• Participate in Product Development planning sessions to ensure documentation specifications are adhered to and completed as part of agile user story completion.
• Manage the generation of documentation throughout the defined lifecycle.
• Conduct interviews with developers, application consultants, and subject matter experts to gather data for documentation.
• Evaluate, implement, and improve the documentation platform and overall process of content authoring.
• Establish content and distribution guidelines based on audience (user, consultant, developer, etc.)
• Plan and steer meetings related to documentation management.

What we are looking for:

• Strong organizational ability and analytical thinking skills
• Advanced knowledge of desktop publishing software as well as web authoring, presentation, and graphics software
• Excellent project management skills and the ability to work under tight deadlines
• 2+ years of professional experience in technical communications and information design
• Experience in handling multiple projects concurrently and as an individual contributor
• Degree in Computer Science, English, Technical Writing, or a related field
• Advanced knowledge of documentation and collaboration software such as Confluence

What will make you stand out:

• Experience working with a programming language (Java, JavaScript, COBOL, Uniface, and REST APIs)
• Familiarity with Microsoft Manual of Style, AP, and/or Chicago Manual of Style
• Understanding of and experience working in the ERP or Utility industry

What we can offer:

• Flexible work options
• Lifestyle rewards
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision coverage from your first day of employment
• Employee stock ownership and RRSP/401k matching programs
• 3 weeks' vacation and 5 personal days

About us:

Founded in 1983 & welcomed to the Harris family in 2004, our Cayenta business unit is the North American leader in technology for medium to large utility clients. We provide innovative end-to-end CIS and ERP solutions that were engineered from the ground up to be agile and seamless, ensuring that our clients have a platform for operational success. Our head office is based in Burnaby, BC. To learn more about our company please visit www.cayenta.com.