Soma Sundar Revada
Technical Documentation Specialist
Bengaluru,KA
Summary
Dedicated Technical Writer with 7 years of experience producing clear, user-focused documentation for software
products. Skilled in collaborating with cross-functional teams, analyzing product changes, and delivering highquality
manuals, and guides. Seeking to leverage technical writing expertise to enhance
documentation quality and user experience.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Technical Documentation Specialist
Siemens
12.2021 - Current
- Roles and Responsibilities:
- Created and maintained engineering guides, operator manuals, service manuals, compact user manuals, installation instructions, quick start guides, and online help using the COSIMA tool. Developed documents from scratch using project demo recordings and storyboards for internal and external customers.
- Collaborated with SMEs, developers, QA, product managers, and architects to ensure high technical accuracy and clarity in document delivery.
- Developed and delivered high-quality graphics and system architectures using Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator.
- Reviewed and updated images using image processing tools like Snagit.
- Prioritize the tasks by closely monitoring the upcoming features in an agile environment.
- Reviewed and edited EULA documents using Markdown.
- Collaborate and follow up with the translation team to ensure on-time delivery.
- Suggested UI text improvements based on the wireframe provided by the UI developer, and coordinated UI text translation activities.
- Worked on clearly reorganizing and updating the content as per the latest style guide rules in legacy documents.
- Leveraged AI tools in the documentation process to deliver high-quality content that is in line with Siemens style guides.
- Boosted team productivity by sharing expertise on document authoring tools and mentoring junior colleagues as needed.
- Accelerated project timelines with efficient management of multiple priorities while meeting strict deadlines.
- Ensured consistency across all documentation by implementing company style guidelines and industry best practices.
- Supported cross-functional teams in project development by providing accurate and timely technical content.
- Edited and proofread technical documents for accuracy and consistency.
- Worked on migrating content using RoboHelp as part of the tool enhancement program to compare authoring efforts using different CMS tools.
Technical Writer
Cyient
07.2018 - 12.2021
- Roles and Responsibilities:
- Responsible for end-to-end creation, design, development, editing, publishing, and updating of technical documents for multiple software and hardware products.
- Developed and revised Service Manuals, Operating Manuals, and Installation Instructions, ensuring adherence to industry standards, company guidelines, and best practices.
- Collaborated with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and Product Documentation Specialists to gather accurate information and ensure comprehensive, user-friendly documentation.
- Analyzed SME inputs and incorporated updates to enhance clarity, usability, and accessibility for end users.
- Ensured timely delivery of high-quality documentation, consistently meeting project-defined metrics and deadlines.
- Addressed customer queries within defined Service Level Agreements (SLAs), providing clear solutions, and maintaining customer satisfaction.
Education
B-Tech - Mechanical Engg.
GRIET
01.2017
Intermediate - MPC
Narayana College
01.2013
SSC - undefined
St John's high school
01.2011
Skills
COSIMA
Markdown
SIPS (Siemens Industrial Publication System)
Adobe RoboHelp
Arbor text editor
Adobe photoshop
Adobe illustrator
SnagIT
Adobe indesign
Creo View
Creo Parametric
PDM
PLM
SAP
DITA
SDLC
DDLC
Excel Macros(VBA scripting)
Windchill
HTML, XML
Accomplishments
- Developed Quality template using VBA macros which was critically acclaimed by the client team in John Deere.
- Rewarded twice with Most Valuable Performer for my efforts in improving productivity and Quality by creating alternate solutions.
- "Enhancing visual experience through Interactive documents" idea was awarded the second prize in Siemens Idea Hackathon.
- Developed AI bot that can automate self review to enhance document quality.
- Developed a new template to document mobile-based application and received good appreciation from the stake holders.
- Awarded star points continuously for three years for constantly delivering high quality documents with technical accuracy.
Declaration
“I hereby declare that the above furnished details are true to the best of my knowledge and belief.” Place: Hyderabad Yours faithfully, Revada Soma Sundar.
Co-ordination
- Coordinated resource allocations, created work assignments for team, maintained timelines / milestones, and ensured compliance with quality standards.
- Weekly meetings with stake holders for the Project status, Queries and Solutions.
- Apply Root Cause Analysis tools to identify root causes and propose effective corrective and preventive actions.
- Co-ordinated in creating domain knowledge portal which was well appreciated by the customer.
Strengths
- Quick learner.
- Problem solving skills.
- Good team player.
- Learn New technologies with ease.
- Ability to automate tasks to ease efforts
- Good knowledge on leveraging AI to improve product quality
Timeline
Technical Documentation Specialist
Siemens
12.2021 - Current
Technical Writer
Cyient
07.2018 - 12.2021
Intermediate - MPC
Narayana College
SSC - undefined
St John's high school
B-Tech - Mechanical Engg.
GRIET