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Badger Meter · 4 days ago

Senior Software Technical Documentation Specialist

Milwaukee, WI

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

Badger Meter is a leading global water technology company focused on preserving and protecting the world's water resources. The Software Technical Documentation Specialist will create and maintain technical documentation for the software suite, ensuring clarity and accuracy while collaborating with various teams to meet business requirements.

ManufacturingProduct DesignWater

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including user guides, API references, system architecture descriptions

Work with product and marketing teams to ensure documentation aligns with branding and messaging standards as well as streamlining localization resources

Collaborate with software development teams to gather technical details and ensure documentation accuracy

Standardize and enforce documentation styles, templates, and version control practices

Manage document repositories and ensure content is properly organized and up to date

Review and edit documentation created by other contributors for consistency and clarity

Assist in the creation of online help systems, knowledge bases, and internal wikis and training material

Contribute to process improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance documentation workflows or tools

Qualification

Documentation toolsSoftware development conceptsTechnical writingAgile development processAnalytical thinkingCommunicationOrganizational skillsCollaborative mindsetDetail-oriented

Required

Bachelor's degree in Technical Communication, English, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field. Exceptional experience can be considered in lieu of formal education

3+ years of experience in technical writing or documentation for software products

Strong understanding of software development concept and tools, such as Agile development process

Proficiency with documentation tools such as WordPress, Confluence, Adobe, or similar

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Preferred

Knowledge of UX principles and content design for digital interfaces

Strong understanding of software development concept and tools, such as Agile development process preferred

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Annual Bonus

Eligible for Annual Pay Increases

Comprehensive Health, Vision, and Dental Coverage

15 days Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays

Two Ways to Save for Retirement: Badger Meter contributes 25 cents for every dollar you contribute to the plan, up to 7% of your eligible compensation. In addition to the match, the company will also contribute 5% of your eligible compensation to your Defined Contribution account on an annual basis. Additional access to a certified financial planner to help ensure your money is working for you, at no cost!

Employer Paid benefits including: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Basic Group Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and more

Educational Assistance – Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250

Voluntary benefits including: Additional Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Accident and Critical Illness coverage

Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options