Senior Technical Writer - security products / networking - (LG14994)
Position Summary
F5 Networks, the global leader in Application Delivery Networking, is looking for a senior technical writer to join our Technical Communications team. If you like to work in a dynamic organization, get the opportunity to use the latest tools and methods to write documentation, like working in a fast-paced environment, and being part of a global team, this could be the job for you.
Right now we are looking for a candidate who has experience writing about networking and security products, has produced documentation for a variety of delivery mechanisms, and likes to use and learn about new technology.
Responsibilities
Follow the processes of the Publications Group and the Product Development Department and use
advanced writing skills to create documentation for software and hardware products.
Create documentation that may include, but is not limited to, help systems, online documentation (HTML, PDF, ePubs, etc, ) hardcopy.
Work closely with management, other team writers and our editing staff to produce a cohesive, integrated documentation set that is consistent in style, presentation, and product messaging.
Obtain a full understanding of subject matter and organize, write, and illustrate the documentation.
Provide input on product features and usability of the product.
Identify project milestones, provide time estimates to project management for tracking, create schedules, and develop documentation plans.
Represent Technical Communication in project meetings.
Qualifications
A four-year college degree in communications or a related area; eight (8) years technical writing experience.
Knowledge of and experience writing for, networking, firewall, and security products.
Demonstrated success participating in the publications project cycle within the software development environment.
Expertise documenting software designed for technical audiences.
Experience working with writing tools (Oxygen XML, HTML editor, FrameMaker, Webworks, Adobe Acrobat, screen capture program (Snagit).
Familiarity with XML, topic based authoring methodology, and working in a content management environment.
Writing samples that demonstrate appropriate writing styles, organization, and layout for subject matter and good writing skills.
The ability to work on multiple projects concurrently.
The ability to express ideas and learn within a team environment.
The ability to work under the pressure of deadlines.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Duties are performed in an office environment while sitting at a desk or computer table. Duties require the ability to utilize a computer keyboard, communicate over the telephone, and read printed material. Duties may require the ability to travel via automobile or airplane, and may require being on call periodically and working outside normal working hours (evenings and weekends).
Our Employees
Are valued and empowered, collaborative and team oriented, innovative in their approach and passionate about their work. They are reliable, trustworthy and open with a high level of integrity. They value diversity, are inclusive and are committed to a global mindset.
Benefits
We provide competitive salaries, a world class benefits package, including 100% of the premium for employee medical, dental and vision insurance, highlysubsidized premiums for dependent coverage, 401K match, employees stockpurchase plan, 18 days paid time off within the 1st year and 8 paid holidays, life insurance, short & long term disability insurance, tuition reimbursement,and much more.
Industry: Networks
Discipline: Communications
Experience: 8 - 10 Years
Compensation: --
Company: F5 Networks