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Technical Writer III - Product Docs (Hybrid, Toronto)
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What they do
A Technical Writer writes product instructions, user manuals or other material that helps to explain complex information or procedures. Writes help information available to customers online, or clear explanations of company policies. Supports internal communication among different technical, engineering and scientific specialists working on a project or product. Creates product documentation, and provides input for improving product design.
$70,350 / year median in Illinois
-12% projected decline
Job Description
Role:
As a Technical Writer III, you'll write customer-focused product documentation that delivers the right content to the right user at the right time. You'll work closely with other writers, content strategists, product managers, engineers, and product designers to develop a deep understanding of complex products and set the example for best practices in user-centered technical writing.This role is hybrid, requiring 2-3 days per week on-site in our Toronto, Canada office once the development center is established.
What You'll Do:
Produce high-quality documentation-new features, release notes, API docs, and more-to guide and educate customers. Develop deep product knowledge through researching, partnering with SMEs, using the product, and leveraging your innate sense of curiosity and desire to figure things out. Build strong, cross-functional partnerships with designers, developers, and product managers. Contribute to and use our writing team's standards, processes, and best practices. Advise and assist other writers, and participate in collaborative content reviews. Continuously find ways to integrate AI into our processes to improve quality, drive velocity, and improve both the customer and writer experience. Help define our team's strategy and vision while also independently managing your own projects. Advocate for the customer in all aspects of your job.What You'll Need:
Portfolio of writing samples that clearly communicate technical information in a modern, conversational voice and tone. Excellent writing skills, including thoughtful information hierarchy, great sentence structure, and a conversational yet professional voice. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, constantly evolving environment with tight deadlines and high expectations. Exceptional audience analysis, written and verbal communication, and problem solving. Experience exploring a customer's problem space and addressing their needs through documentation. Curiosity to explore improving authoring workflows and project management processes with AI. Experience and/or understanding of DITA/XML and structured authoring. Experience using a technical authoring tool, preferably OxygenXML Editor. Experience using Git, GitHub, GitLab, BitBucket, or other version control and repository hosting technologies. Demonstrated understanding of topic-based authoring and reusable information architecture. Dedicated user-centric approach to focus on what the customer needs, not what the system does. Strong grasp of user experience fundamentals.Proven experience utilizing AI technologies to enhance decision-making, streamline workflows and processes, improve efficiency and drive business outcomes.
Bonus Points:
Experience using or creating AI agents and prompts to increase your efficiency and productivity. Knowledge of and experience writing for the cybersecurity industry. Experience using a Component Content Management System (CCMS). Passion for and track record of seizing opportunities for improvement at every turn.#LI-IL1 #LI-DG1Benefits of Working atCrowdStrike:
Market leader in compensation and equity awardsComprehensive physical and mental wellness programsCompetitive vacation and holidays for rechargePaid parental and adoption leavesProfessional development opportunities for all employees regardless of level or roleEmployee Networks, geographic neighborhood groups, and volunteer opportunities to build connectionsVibrant office culture with world class amenitiesGreat Place to Work Certified™ across the globe CrowdStrike is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where everyone is valued for who they are and empowered to succeed. We support veterans and individuals with disabilities through our affirmative action program.CrowdStrike is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. The Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or family status, veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by law. We base all employment decisions--including recruitment, selection, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotions, transfers, lay-offs, return from lay-off, terminations and social/recreational programs--on valid job requirements.
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CrowdStrike Canada ULC is committed to equal pay for equal work in its compensation practices. The base salary range for this position in Canada is $100,000 - $165,000 CAD per year + variable/incentive compensation + equity + benefits. A candidate's salary is determined by various factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and location. This is Canadian-based employment, and it is expected that all employees maintain legal entitlement to work in Canada. Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process are subject to background checks, including but not limited to criminal record, credit, and/or reference checks.
Benefits
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Professional Development
- Dental Insurance