Technical Writer - AZ

Job Summary

The Technical Writer is responsible for writing and maintaining documentation for PrismHR products. The Technical Writer works closely with Product Managers and SMEs to develop customer-facing content and uses MadCap Flare to author and publish online help and release notes.

Responsibilities

• Author content using MadCap Flare.
• Research product information by attending standups and working with Quality Assurance Engineers, Product Managers, and Subject Matter Experts.
• Leverage tools such as Jira, Confluence, Salesforce, and TestRail to understand issues and develop

documentation.

• Capture end-user and administrative tasks performed in PrismHR products and their expected results.
• Manage documentation drafts and the flow of information during development and testing.
• Collaborate with teammates.
• Participate in Agile development processes and influence product enhancements based on customer needs.
• Manage PrismHR documentation with varying priorities and deadlines within bi-weekly/monthly sprints.
• Use revision and source control effectively within a team setting.
• Act as an ambassador of collaboration within and across the organization, sharing knowledge in areas of expertise.
• Other duties or projects may be assigned as needed.

Qualifications

• Superior oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to quickly learn, analyze, understand, and communicate complex technical concepts in a clear and concise manner.
• Technically curious and motivated to understand PrismHR functionality.
• Ability to prioritize while taking direction from management.
• Proactive at removing impediments with a "get the job done" attitude.
• Flexible and able to work well under pressure and adapt to shifting deadlines.
• Must be a team player.
• BS/BA in related fields such as Computer Science, Communications, English, or Technical Writing.
• Minimum 4 years of experience as a Technical Writer for complex software systems,preferably in a SaaS or web-based environment.
• Experience with Visio or other flowcharting software.
• Proficiency with MadCap Flare is required.