Technical Consultant / DITA Architect

As a Technical Consultant / DITA Architect at AmeXio, your primary responsibilities include defining functional and technical architecture, facilitating workshops, and creating technical frameworks. You'll also write user stories, engage in pre-sales activities such as proposals and demos, and provide customer support and training, ensuring that clients have the best possible experience with our digital solutions.

To qualify for the Technical Consultant / DITA Architect position at AmeXio, candidates should have 5-7 years of experience in XML, particularly in structured documentation. A Master's degree in a relevant field is preferred, along with strong expertise in XML technologies including Xpath, XSLT, XSD, Xquery, and XProc, as well as deep knowledge of DITA.

Success as a Technical Consultant / DITA Architect at AmeXio requires a detail-oriented mindset, strong verbal and written communication skills, and expertise in XML technologies. Familiarity with XML authoring tools, CCMS technologies, and publishing technologies is also essential, along with the ability to work effectively within a team to deliver innovative solutions.

AmeXio is committed to the professional development of its employees, particularly Technical Consultants / DITA Architects. The company prioritizes training and coaching, ensuring that team members have the resources and support needed to enhance their skills and grow within the organization. This commitment helps individuals to realize their full potential and explore new opportunities.

At AmeXio, Technical Consultants / DITA Architects can expect a dynamic environment where their ideas are valued and listened to. We encourage our team members to bring their innovative thoughts to the table, enabling them to create opportunities for advancement in their careers. With a focus on continuous learning and development, there are ample chances for growth.

When answering this question, discuss specific projects where you've utilized DITA, including your role and how it contributed to the project's success. Make sure to highlight your understanding of DITA's structured content methodology and how it enhances documentation efficiency.

In response, illustrate your process for gathering requirements, engaging stakeholders, and using architectural frameworks. Discuss how you ensure that the defined architecture meets both user needs and organizational goals, while also being scalable.

Highlight your expertise in XML technologies such as XSLT, Xpath, and CCMS tools. Provide examples of how you've applied these technologies to solve problems and streamline processes in past projects.

Use this opportunity to present a specific challenge you faced in a project, detailing the problem and your strategic approach to find a solution. Focus on the skills and knowledge you applied to navigate through the hardship.

Discuss your involvement in pre-sales tasks such as pricing, proposal creation, or conducting demos. Explain how you effectively communicated technical benefits to clients and contributed to winning new business.

Talk about your quality assurance methods, such as peer reviews, user feedback, and adherence to best practices. Highlight your commitment to maintaining high standards and continuous improvement.

Share your strategies for professional development, such as attending workshops, participating in online courses, or following relevant industry publications. Emphasize your passion for staying willing to expand your knowledge.

Explain your training approach including how you tailor sessions based on user roles, use hands-on demonstrations, and provide accessible resources. Discuss your ability to gauge user understanding and adjust accordingly.

Highlight a specific instance where you collaborated closely with developers, detailing your communication strategies and how you ensured everyone was aligned with project objectives.

Reflect on your passion for problem-solving and helping clients achieve their goals. Discuss how the prospect of innovation and continuous learning fuels your enthusiasm for the role.