Technical Writer

October 31

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Perforce Software

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DevOps Solutions • Version Control • DevSecOps • Agile Project Management • Software Configuration Management (SCM)

1001 - 5000

Description

• Perforce is a community of collaborative experts, problem solvers, and possibility seekers who believe work should be both challenging and fun. • We are proud to inspire creativity, foster belonging, support collaboration, and encourage wellness. • At Perforce, you’ll work with and learn from some of the best and brightest in business. • With a global footprint spanning more than 80 countries and including over 75% of the Fortune 100, Perforce Software, Inc. is trusted by the world’s leading brands to deliver solutions for the toughest challenges. • We are looking for a Technical Writer who will primarily contribute to the documentation for the Helix Core family of products. • As part of a growing and dynamic company, you’ll have excellent opportunities to learn and expand your career. • You’ll also be part of our global team of writers who are professional, supportive, and fun! • Helix Core is the best version control software (VCS) for world-class development at scale. • It securely versions all digital content - even large files - in a single repository. • And it scales for large teams, handles 1000s of daily transactions, and delivers files quickly to remote users (even if they're using Git).

Requirements

• 4+ years of technical writing experience in a software development environment • Degree in the arts/humanities, and/or college diploma in Technical/Professional Writing or equivalent • Proven technical writing skills, including the development of user, installation, admin, and command line documentation • Exceptional written communication skills, including the ability to break down complex concepts into easy-to-understand, meaningful content that meets the audience needs • Ability to learn complex software applications quickly and to work under tight deadlines • Ability to communicate effectively with diverse teams (for example, development, product management, sales engineers), who may be remote and across multiple time zones • Experience with MadCap Flare preferred • Experience working with image editing software such as SnagIt • Working knowledge of source control systems (Helix Core, Git, etc.) • Basic understanding of HTML and CSS • Experience working with code samples • Experience with an agile development process preferred • Experience with bug tracking tools, such as Jira, preferred • Experience with Confluence an asset • Knowledge of Linux and Windows administration tasks an asset • Proactive, problem-solving attitude and a strong desire to make a difference • #LI-Remote