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