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Senior Technical Writer

Part TimeRemote · Ireland

The 4-day week in Ireland

About the role

Accountabilities Create and maintain technical and functional documentation in GitHub Markdown, covering manufacturing, repair, and related software processes

Analyze business requirements and translate them into clear, structured documentation for developers, business stakeholders, and other users

Review and update existing documentation following software development changes to ensure accuracy and consistency

Explore current application features and document system functionality, workflows, and business processes

Conduct interviews with subject matter experts (SMEs) to gather, clarify, and validate technical and business knowledge

Review UI/UX designs in Figma and provide relevant feedback to support usability and documentation quality

Create process, system, and architecture diagrams using tools such as Draw.io, Visio, or PlantUML

Review API documentation and validate requests using Postman or cURL

Check the accuracy and functionality of API code examples and report documentation or implementation issues

Identify and log bugs discovered during documentation reviews, API testing, or application feature analysis

Develop shared documentation templates and prepare Change Request documentation

Record training materials and product demonstration videos using Snagit and Camtasia when required

Collaborate directly with the client's IT Director, developers, and other stakeholders to ensure documentation meets business and technical needs

Requirements:

At least 3 years of experience as a Technical Writer, Business Analyst, or in a comparable role

Hands-on experience with Git, GitHub, and docs-as-code practices using Markdown

Experience testing and reviewing APIs with tools such as Postman, Swagger/OpenAPI, or cURL

Working knowledge of Jira and Confluence for project coordination and documentation

Experience creating diagrams with Draw.io, Visio, and/or PlantUML

Ability to read, understand, and review UI/UX designs in Figma

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, combined with excellent attention to detail

Upper-intermediate English proficiency or higher, both written and spoken, with the ability to communicate directly with senior client stakeholders and subject matter experts

Ability to work independently, organize priorities, and manage documentation activities effectively

Experience with Snagit and Camtasia is an advantage

Relevant industry or technical background is a plus

Experience preparing Change Requests or formal business and technical requirements specifications is beneficial

Tools and Technologies:

Git and GitHub

Jira and Confluence

Postman and Swagger/OpenAPI

Draw.io, Visio, and PlantUML

Figma and Visual Studio Code

Microsoft Teams and Outlook

Snagit and Camtasia

Benefits:

Flexible working arrangements, with remote, office-based, or hybrid options

Competitive salary and compensation package

Personalized career development opportunities

Professional development resources, including mentorship, technical talks, training sessions, and centers of excellence

Active technical communities and regular knowledge-sharing opportunities

Education reimbursement

Anniversary gifts and recognition

Corporate events and team-building activities

Additional benefits depending on location and employment arrangement

Certain benefits may not apply to freelancers

How Jobgether works: We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team. We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!  Why Apply Through Jobgether?    Data Privacy Notice: By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Jobgether will process your personal data to evaluate your candidacy and share relevant information with the hiring employer. This processing is based on legitimate interest and pre-contractual measures under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR). You may exercise your rights (access, rectification, erasure, objection) at any time.     #LI-CL1

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