Senior Technical Writer

Cognizant

10 - 12 years

Kochi, Kolkata

Posted: 18/06/2025

Job Description

Skill/ Position title

Sub skills and details

Requirement

Level of hire

Location

Skill: Content

Position title: Senior Technical Writer

Total exp

7+

A/ SA

PAN India

Technical Writing

7+

API documentation

2+

Technical documentation

2+

Atlassian Confluence, MS Word

2 skills should have 4/5

Swagger Editor/UI

3/5 rating

Knowledge Management

Need knowledge

HTML, YAML, Agile

Working knowledge

Notice period can be up to 60 days max.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Lead Content Writer with 7 to 10 years of experience to join our team. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in API Documentation and Technical Writing. Experience. Program Management is a plus. This is a hybrid role with day shifts and no travel will be required. The candidate will play a crucial role in creating high-quality technical content that supports our products and services.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain comprehensive API documentation that is clear and easy to understand. - Create and update technical documentation, including user guides, manuals, and online help resources. - Collaborate with product managers, developers, and other stakeholders to gather information and ensure accuracy in documentation. - Ensure that all technical content adheres to company standards and guidelines. - Review and edit content created by other team members to ensure consistency and quality. - Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and best practices in technical writing and API documentation. - Provide training and support to other team members on technical writing and documentation best practices. - Work closely with the development team to understand new features and updates, and document them accordingly. - Conduct usability testing and gather feedback to improve the quality and effectiveness of documentation. - Manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines. - Use content management systems and other tools to organize and publish documentation. - Ensure that all documentation is accessible and user-friendly for a diverse audience. - Contribute to the continuous improvement of documentation processes and tools.

About Company

Cognizant is a global leader in technology and consulting services, helping businesses transform their operations through digital solutions. Specializing in IT services, including software development, business process outsourcing, and consulting, Cognizant supports clients across industries such as healthcare, financial services, manufacturing, and retail. With a focus on innovation, Cognizant assists organizations in modernizing their technology, improving operational efficiency, and enhancing customer experiences. Headquartered in the U.S., it is consistently ranked among the most admired companies in the world and is a member of the NASDAQ-100.

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