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Technical Writer / Requirements Writer

Experience Level:

Bachelor's degree in related field (such as Computer Science, Math, Engineering, Instructional Design, Human Factors, Cognitive Science, or Psychology) and at least five years of related experience.

Salary:Commensurate with qualifications
Contact:Send resume and cover letter to
Position Details:

ALEKS Corporation is a fast-growing company bringing a revolutionary assessment and learning technology to the education market. Our math, business, and science learning products are delivered exclusively through the web and are used by hundreds of thousands of students at more than 1,000 educational institutions throughout the world.

We are looking for a Technical Writer to work within our User Experience department. This individual will help to gather and document requirements from internal subject matter experts and various other sources. This individual will also analyze and document current system functions, transform new concepts into clear functional and visual requirements, and help write and maintain product documentation such as user manuals, instructional text, and design documents.

Required Education and Skills:

  • Bachelor’s degree in related field (such as Computer Science, Math, Engineering, Instructional Design, Human Factors, Cognitive Science or Psychology).
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience working for online and/or software companies as a Technical Writer, Requirements Specialist, Software Programmer (with technical writing experience) or other related position.
  • At least 2 years of experience with graphics software applications for image cropping and image editing (Adobe Photoshop, Fireworks, etc.). More advanced graphic editing skills desired.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to write in clear and concise language and tailor writing to different audiences, from highly technical engineers to beginner application users and non-users.
  • In-depth knowledge of web-based applications.
  • Familiar with the Software Development Life Cycle.
  • Highly proficient in MS Word, Excel, and MS Visio or other flow diagram software.
  • Deep familiarity with HTML and CSS capabilities, options and browser limitations.
  • Application development experience is preferred, but not required.

Benefits:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Vacation, sick, and holiday pay
  • Life and AD&D insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Tuition and textbook reimbursement

You will be part of a team, working with other gifted and dynamic educational product development and business professionals. For more information about our products and the Company, please visit our website at www.aleks.com.

ALEKS Corporation, located in Orange County, CA (Tustin), is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Under Federal law, ALEKS Corporation may employ only individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States as established by providing documents specified in the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to e-mail a resume and cover letter to: .

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