Packt Publishing

Job Description:

The Technical Editor should look into the quality of the book in terms of structure, content, tone, audience, pedagogy, mechanics, formatting, consistency, and code. In a nutshell, the Technical Editor functions as both a reader advocate and an author coach. He or she should make sure that the information is accessible to the intended audience, and at the same time direct the authors and help them reach their highest potent.

Required Technical Knowledge, Experience, and Skills :

• A degree in sciences, math, computers or other related field.
• Excellent written and spoken English language skills.
• Knowledge and experience with Windows operating system and standard Windows applications.
• Ability to grasp the gist of new technologies and apply the knowledge while editing books of those technologies.

Preferred Technical Skills :

• Technology savvy.
• Knowledge of Linux and Open Source technologies (but not necessary).

Qualification:

• BE/ B .Tech/ B.SC(CSE/ IT) 2010/ 2011 candidates can apply.