Techincal Writer

by cathrinehansen on July 18th, 2016   314 views


CSOFT’s Technical Communications Department is looking for talented writers and editors to work on projects for major Chinese technology companies.
The ideal candidate must be a native English speaker, comfortable with explaining complex scientific and technical concepts in simple language, and ready to take on deadline-driven projects. This position will require simultaneous work on different types of documentation for different products, so organization and versatility are a must.

Overview

Job Description

Primary Responsibilities:

·        Writing and editing content for:

o   Product and feature descriptions

o   Installation and configuration guides

o   White papers

o   Marketing materials and press releases

o   Technical Specifications

·        Editing legacy content for clarity and usability

·        Comparisons with competitor documentation

·        Market and product research

·        Frequent communication with a diverse map of stakeholders (in both Chinese and English)

·        Information architecture, focusing on intuitive structure for a variety of different formats

·        Support proposal development and other internal and client-facing documentation

Qualifications and Skills:

·        Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communication, Computer Science, or relevant experience

·        Native English speaker, with a strong grasp of grammar and controlled language

·        A strong writing portfolio (please include 1–2 writing samples with your application)

·        Able to work independently and under pressure

·        Strong communication and conflict resolution skills

·        Ability to strictly abide by style guides and write for a specific audience

·        Familiarity with Microsoft Office

Preferred Skills:

·        1–2 years of technical writing experience (in-house or agency are both okay)

·        Intermediate or higher Chinese speaking and reading skills

·        Strong understanding of IT, telecom, and/or consumer technology industries

 

This position may require occasional travel within mainland China.

How to Apply

For further information, send your CV and cover letter to Alma Gomez at alma.gomez@csoftintl.com

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