Our client, based in Genoa, Italy, produces and sells technologically advanced solutions for applications in e-Manufacturing. They have an in-house technical publication team which produces mainly technical overviews, online helps, developer and reference guides (APIs). They have a strong team-oriented philosophy which extends to close cooperation with programmers, developers and technicians.

They are currently seeking an experienced Technical Author/Editor for a contract from March to September 2008, with possibilities for renewing. As a member of the Technical Publication team, your tasks will include:

• Editing documentation at a highly technical level, including APIs and code samples in general.
• Writing reference and developer guides (MS-Word and Adobe Acrobat) and on-line helps (RoboHelp)
• Editing / proof-reading documents written by other technical writers (non-native) for adherence to language and style standards.
• Developing the team's editing processes and assisting with editing skills development of current team members.

Your audience will be Systems Integrators and similar technically qualified readers. All material must be written with a view to localisation.

Your experience
You must be an EU citizen or hold a regular work permit for Italy. In addition we require:

• Strong background in editing highly technical subject matter: understanding of code basics is essential; you must be able to discuss issues with programmers.
• API knowledge.
• Native English speaker.
• At least three years experience in the field.

Also desired

• Experience with MS Development environment.
• Familiarity with Object-Oriented programming concepts.
• Knowledge of Industry Automation basics.
• Advanced knowledge of Information Mapping.
• Knowledge of Content Management and Single-Sourcing.
• The ability to work according to objectives and manage deadlines.
• A willingness to take initiative, work independently and help the team achieve and improve best-practices.
• Excellent interpersonal and team-work skills.
• Knowledge of Italian a plus.

What we offer

• An informal, dynamic, and creative environment.
• Great practical experience in a real technical publication team.
• The opportunity to work with a young, international team.
• Internal training.
• A few steps to the Mediterranean!

Please quote reference number FHL-CJ05016 when applying for this position.

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Firehead, Ltd.
email: cj@firehead.net
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