Vladimir Izmalkov Documentation engineer
job@izmalk.uk

Experienced Technical Writer & Documentation Engineer

Over 15 years in IT: software developer, researcher, research manager, IT manager, Head of IT department, and technical writer.

I specialize in developer-oriented technical documentation for sophisticated products and services: cloud platforms, XaaS, DBMS, etc.

Software engineer experience

First-hand developer experience. Excellent understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC), tools (Git, IDEs), and agile methodology.

I prefer working with lightweight markup languages, static site generators, and docs-as-code approach.

Documentation Engineering Expertise

Documentation Engineering is at the core of my skill set: information architecture, complexity management, knowledge management, tutorial design, and much more.

It’s not just about writing: researching targeted audience and user journeys, information surveys and expert interviews, prototyping, structuring, designing, and optimizing documentation systems, as well as gathering feedback and metrics.

Scientific background

I have a degree of Ph.D. in technology, research experience, scientific publications, research management experience. I was Head of a research department in an Information and communication research center of All Russian Scientific Institute. I created and maintained a laboratory lead international projects for the World Bank Group and UNDP.

Leadership and Teamwork

My journey in the world of technical documentation has not only been about crafting content but also about leading cross-functional documentation and other teams. With over 5 years of experience in team leadership, I’ve successfully led collaborative efforts to design and deliver developer- and user-oriented content that meets the highest industry standards, build and test documentation systems, and support processes in engineering teams.

I have experience developing style guides, recruiting, teaching, and managing technical writers, analysts, QA professionals, and DevOps/DocOps specialists.

Soft Skills

A major part of my work is collaboration with different engineers, architects, managers, and other SMEs.

My dedication to developing technical communications and improving my skills ensures I foster strong relationships with team members and stakeholders, creating a productive and positive work environment for collaboration and excellence.

Responsibility and Ownership

I take full ownership of the tasks, ensuring that projects and milestones are completed precisely and on time.

When you entrust me with a simple task, a complex project, or a sophisticated product, you can be confident that I’ll carry the responsibility with utmost diligence, ensuring high-quality results.

Give me a challenge

I’m here to turn complexity into clarity and be your partner in delivering top-notch documentation. Feel free to contact me to discuss how I can add value to your product. Thank you for visiting my website, and I look forward to connecting with you soon.

Learn more

You can learn more about my Education, Work experience or read a Summary (Resume).

Also there is a Portfolio section you might wanna check.