Technical Writer 2-ProdDev

Creates, develops, plans, writes and edits operational, instructional, maintenance, test or user manuals for paper, multimedia or web-based publications. Contributes to the timely design, production and delivery/completion of product documentation and document sets.As a member of the technical writing division, you will write, review and produce single books or individual chapters, appendices, etc. of product user documentation and/or courseware. Obtain data and information from the appropriate source e.g. technical staff and exercise judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.Duties and tasks are standard with some variation; displays understanding of roles, processes and procedures. Performs moderately complex problem solving with assistance and guidance in understanding and applying company policies and processes. BS degree or equivalent experience relevant to functional area. 1 year of software engineering or related experience.Oracle is an Affirmative Action-Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veterans status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.This is a remote/office based position which may be performed anywhere in the United States except for within the state of Colorado.We have an immediate opening for a Technical Writer in the Oracle Construction and Engineering Global Business unit, at our West Conshohoken, Pennsylvania office. As a member of our Documentation team, you will create, edit, and update product information for delivery in multiple formats to application administrators and end users. You will primarily use Author-it to produce help systems, user guides, and integration documentation for enterprise-class project-management applications. You will work closely with Programming, Design and Quality Assurance teams, and also have the opportunity to interact with Product Strategy and Support.Required skills and experience include:Bachelors Degree in English, Technical Communications, or related field.

3 to 5 years experience developing software documentation, including help systems, user guides, and integration documents.

Solid writing and research skills.

A high technical aptitude, a positive attitude, obsessive attention to detail, and a strong desire to learn and succeed.

Familiarity with complex enterprise-class web applications.

Proficiency with standard Microsoft applications.

Must work well as a member of a documentation team.

Additional skills that would contribute to an ideal candidate include familiarity with:Author-it.

Agile development process.

Topic-based authoring concepts.

Project management tools and concepts.

The ideal candidate is flexible, self-motivated, and detail-oriented, and has the interpersonal skills to contribute to a high performance team.Writing samples required during the interview process.Job: Product DevelopmentOrganization: OracleTitle: Technical Writer 2-ProdDevLocation: United StatesRequisition ID: 210002OG