Do you want to be part of improving technical communication in the interesting field of health technology? Do you dream of working with products that truly improve the quality of life for people across the globe? Great, because we have a job opening for you!

What kind of work is this?

As Technical Communication Specialist, you will be responsible for the technical communication of some of our products to external audiences and to our internal stakeholder groups. Our technical communication covers all the guidance documentation designed for the various phases of the product lifecycle: installation, deployment, use, maintenance, and end of use. You are also responsible for planning the related processes and the communication channels.

You will be working among all our products as a part of our small but experienced team of Technical Communication Specialists. You work closely with the Product Development team to gather information planning input for new and existing features in the product. You are also in very close collaboration with Product Management and Quality Assurance teams to produce accurate and relevant technical guidance of the product to the defined audiences.

In this role, you’ll get a chance to develop the existing content and processes together with our other Technical Communication Specialist. Your goal is to ensure that technical communication is a continuous and integral part of product development.

We work in a hybrid model, with offices in both Oulu and Helsinki. In this role, the primary location is Oulu, with the expectation of working on-site at least three days a week. Some flexibility can be arranged when needed.

Your main responsibilities are:  

• For both new and existing features:
  • Information planning
  • Technical writing Illustration
  • Technical Communication via other medias (e.g. videos)
• Development of technical communication tools and processes
• Supporting the development of technical communication style
• Supporting the preparation of product training material
• Participation in terminology development

Why should I apply for a job at Topcon Healthcare Solutions?

You can come here as you are. We appreciate all personality types and truly believe that a good team consists of a wide range of different, unique characters. Our team of over 120 professionals in Finland has a relaxed atmosphere, and we think that a bit of humour makes work a lot easier.

You’ll have the chance to do meaningful work - shaping the future with innovative technology and creating solutions that make a difference. With a global work environment, you’ll connect with colleagues and ideas from around the world, bringing fresh perspectives and opportunities for development.

We equip you with excellent tools, inspiring spaces, and a team that supports you every step of the way. On top of that, you’ll enjoy benefits like a lunch allowance, sports, massage and culture vouchers, and leisure-time insurance, and an education benefit to support your professional development.

If this sounds like the kind of workplace you’ve been looking for, we’d love to hear from you.

What do you expect from me?

People with varying levels of experience can apply, but the ideal candidate would have the following skills:

• Technical communication skills:
  • Excellent command of technical communication processes
  • Excellent information design skills
  • Excellent investigation skills
  • Demonstrated ability to analyse complex technical information and reconstruct it into understandable guidance content
  • Good illustrations skills
  • Strong communication skills, with fluency in both written and spoken English
• Ability to work with complex technical products:
  • Good understanding of product development processes
  • Good problem-solving skills
  • Technical understanding
  • Experience in technical communication for software products and data systems is considered a plus
• Commitment to quality:
  • Interest in continuous improvement and process development
  • Quality- focused and committed to good documentation practices required in a regulated field

I want this job! What should I do next?

If this role sounds like a great fit for you, we’d love to hear from you! Send us your application (including your salary request) along with your CV by April 30th, 2025.

We review applications on a rolling basis and strive to keep you informed about your progress throughout the process. If you’d like to learn more about the position, feel free to contact Johanna Kangas, Engineering Manager, at 040 352 2014, on April 22nd, 2025 at 13.00-14.00 or jkangas@topcon.com.

What does the recruitment process look like?

We want to ensure the recruitment process is clear and transparent for you. If you proceed in the process, here’s how it will look based on our current plan:

First Interview:

We’ll begin with initial discussions via Teams. This is a chance for us to get to know each other better and for you to ask any questions you might have.

Second Interview:

If selected to move forward, you’ll participate in more detailed discussions involving both technical experts and HR. We’ll dive deeper into the role, your expertise, and how we can collaborate.

Final Interview:

The final stage will be a one-on-one discussion, typically with senior decision-makers. After this, we’ll verify references and move to contract negotiations.

We’ll provide detailed updates as the process progresses and inform you of any changes to the timeline or structure. Our aim is to make the experience as smooth and clear as possible.

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Who is Topcon?

Topcon Healthcare Solutions is part of Topcon Corporation. Topcon Corporation is focused on developing solutions to solve societal challenges in the mega domains of healthcare, agriculture, and infrastructure. In healthcare, these challenges include increasing eye disease, rising medical costs, physician shortages, and unequal access to healthcare. By investing in value-driven innovations, Topcon Corporation works to help people enjoy good health and a better quality of life.

We are a leading provider of digital healthcare solutions whose vision is to improve access and quality of healthcare while decreasing the cost of care. To achieve this vision, we created Healthcare from the Eye™, the strategy of applying AI models to imaging data from the eye to facilitate earlier detection and better management of disease. Healthcare from the Eye is powered by Harmony®, a cloud-based, vendor-inclusive digital health information platform enabling a connected care ecosystem. In addition, RDx®, our remote diagnostic platform, enhances access to care by enabling eye exams to be conducted remotely, allowing doctors to connect to the point of care from virtually anywhere. Together, Harmony, RDx and the AI models empower healthcare professionals to deliver more connected, accessible, and efficient care.