Senior Technical Writer

Senior Technical Writer

This role offers hands-on experience in developing user-focused content, collaborating with subject matter experts, and supporting the delivery of clear, accurate, and engaging documentation for complex technologies and solutions. The ideal candidate should have some experience in technical communication principles, structured writing practices, and modern documentation tools. You will work both independently and collaboratively with engineering, product, and support teams to gather information, create and update technical content, participate in content reviews, and identify opportunities to improve documentation quality, usability, and efficiency. This role requires strong attention to detail, and excellent English writing skills.

Your responsibilities

As a Technical Writer, you will:

• Develop, maintain, and improve technical documentation for software and hardware products, tools, and processes.
• Create clear and accurate user guides, online help, knowledge base articles, release notes, and other technical content.
• Collaborate with software engineers, product managers, and subject matter experts to gather and validate technical information.
• Participate actively in the complete documentation lifecycle, including:
• Requirements gathering and audience analysis
• Content planning and information architecture
• Content creation and editing
• Review and validation
• Publication and maintenance
• Ensure documentation aligns with company standards, style guides, and quality requirements.
• Participate in content reviews and incorporate feedback from stakeholders and users.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver a consistent and high-quality documentation experience.
• Contribute to discussions on documentation strategy, usability, and content improvements.
• Help improve documentation processes, authoring tools, and content management practices.
• Identify opportunities to enhance content quality, accessibility, and user experience while balancing project priorities and business needs.
• Support the adoption of documentation best practices and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Your skills and experience

Preferable (but not a must) with a degree in Computer Science, Telecommunications, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, or a related field from an accredited institution.

• Some understanding of telecommunications, software and hardware principles.
• Excellent English language skills, both written and spoken.

Preferred

• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to share knowledge effectively within a team environment.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Proactive attitude and willingness to learn new technologies.
• Openness to working in a diverse and multicultural environment.

What We Offer

• Practical experience working on real-world software and hardware development projects.
• Mentorship from experienced technical writers and engineers.
• Opportunities to collaborate with international and cross-functional teams.

A dynamic and inclusive work environment that supports learning and professional growth.

At Nokia, we want every candidate to be able to perform their best. If you need any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know. All requests are treated confidentially.

Job Info

• Job Category Applied R&D

• Posting Date 09/07/2026

• Degree Level Bachelor’s degree

• Job Schedule Full time

• Job Type Experienced

• Job Identification 39311

• Will NSA/CAPS approval be required? (E.g., accessing a US Customer Network?) No

• Role Type Individual contributor

• Laptop - support with ordering needed Don't know yet

• Experience level Experienced

• Locations Rua da Garagem 1, Lisbon, 1100-090, PT

(Hybrid)

• Regular or Temporary Regular