Technical Writer

Job Description

<p><b>Technical Writer – 4</b></p><p><b>Location Address: Hybrid - 40 King Street W 12th Floor - Toronto</b></p><p><b> Subject to change: 3–4 days onsite may be required based on business needs</b></p><p><b> Contract Duration: ASAP to Oct 31, 2026, approx. 6.5 months</b></p><p><b> Possibility of extension & conversion to FTE</b></p><p><b> </b></p><p><b>Must Have Skills</b></p><p>1. 7+ years of experience in technical writing, with demonstrated ability to create clear, concise, high quality documentation (user guides, data definitions, process documentation).</p><p>2. Strong ability to read and understand technical code/logic (e.g., SQL, ETL/DataStage) and translate it into simple, plain language explanations for non technical stakeholders.</p><p>3. Experience collaborating with technical teams (developers, data engineers) to gather information and validate system logic.</p><p><br></p><p><b> Nice to Have Skills</b></p><p>1. Working knowledge of SQL or ETL tools to support understanding of transformation logic.</p><p>2. Familiarity with business banking, credit risk, or financial services data environments.</p><p>3. Experience documenting data warehouses, data flows, or data transformation rules.</p><p>4. Previous experience in large enterprise environments (e.g., Scotiabank or similar financial institutions).</p><p><br></p><p><b> </b></p><p><b>Best VS. Average Candidate:</b></p><p><b> Best Candidate:</b></p><p>Strong technical writing background with hands‑on experience creating BRDs, FSDs, STMs, data dictionaries, and process maps</p><p>Can read and interpret SQL, ETL code, and system logic, and convert it into clear documentation without heavy IT hand‑holding</p><p>Familiar with credit risk concepts and Business Banking data models</p><p>Comfortable working in complex data environments with customized repositories</p><p><br></p><p><b> Candidate Review & Selection – Interview Process</b></p><p>1 round – in person at 40 King (Wed, Thurs or Fri) – 45 minutes – with HM and Director</p><p>Candidates may submit examples of previous technical documentation prior to the interview (highly recommended)</p><p></p>