Job Description
Customer Documentation Developer independently creates high-quality, user-focused technical documentation for complex Fixed Networks products. Responsibilities include collaborating with cross-functional teams, managing documentation schedules, and delivering web-based content—including API documentation—aligned with Agile and DevOps practices, while following structured writing methodologies and corporate quality standards.
How You Will Contribute And What You Will Learn
- Design and develop high-quality, customer-oriented technical documentation for complex optical networking products, aligning with SDLC, DDLC, and structured writing principles.
- Independently manage documentation schedules and deliverables, ensuring timely releases that align with product development timelines.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including PLM, R&D, and Test to gather accurate technical information for documentation.
- Develop and maintain API documentation and integrate content into web-based publications using Markup (Asciidoc/XML)/Markdown languages
- Use various authoring tools like Arbortext, Oxygen XML, and graphic editors (e.g., SnagIt) based on project requirements
- Leverage Agile methodologies and DevOps practices to align documentation workflows with continuous software delivery cycles.
- Utilize defect-tracking and content management systems (e.g., Jira, Confluence) to manage content lifecycle, reviews, and updates.
- Create single-sourced, reusable content within a structured content management environment to ensure consistency and scalability.
- Continuously improve documentation quality and usability, applying expert product knowledge and adhering to corporate standards and quality benchmarks.
Key Skills And Experience
- 7-12 years of experience in technical documentation, preferably in the Telecommunications or Optical Networking domain.
- Proven expertise in structured writing principles, the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), and the Documentation Development Life Cycle (DDLC).
- Strong proficiency in XML authoring tools (e.g., Arbortext or Oxygen) and graphic tools (e.g., SnagIt, CorelDraw).
- Hands-on experience with API documentation, including integration into customer-facing technical content.
- Experience with single-sourcing strategies and content management systems/version control (e.g., GitHub) for scalable content development.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with proven ability to independently manage documentation schedules and deliverables.
It would be nice if you also have:
- Working knowledge of basic UNIX/Python scripting for interacting with development/test environments.
- Familiarity with Agile methodology and DevOps practices, including working knowledge of Jira and Confluence.
- Familiarity with Markup languages (like XML, Asciidoc) and Markdown
About Us
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Nokia is a global leader in connectivity for the AI era. With expertise across fixed, mobile and transport networks, powered by the innovation of Nokia Bell Labs, we're advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world.
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About The Team
Some of our benefits:
- Flexible and hybrid working schemes
- A minimum of 90 days of Maternity and Paternity Leave, with the option to return to work within a year following the birth or adoption of a child (based on eligibility)
- Life insurance to all employees to provide peace of mind and financial security
- Well-being programs to support your mental and physical health
- Opportunities to join and receive support from Nokia Employee Resource Groups (NERGs)
- Employee Growth Solutions to support your personalized career & skills development
- Diverse pool of Coaches & Mentors to whom you have easy access
- A learning environment which promotes personal growth and professional development - for your role and beyond
