Content Engineer, Editorial
Job Description:
- Own the content lifecycle for Packt’s technical learning products from concept to publication and beyond.
- Ensure manuscript quality, including product information, positioning, derived content opportunities, and lifecycle improvements.
- Work with external technology authors and content experts, and internal Relationship Leads and Growth Leads.
- Evaluate proposals and outlines with focus on audience and competitive differentiation.
- Perform substantive edits to strengthen structure, clarity, flow, and learning outcomes.
- Drive discoverability and title performance by owning Product Information, metadata, and Amazon A+ pages.
- Manage relationships with authors and experts to ensure productive outcomes.
- Proactively research technologies and industry developments to keep products relevant.
- Use AI and workflow tools to improve speed, quality, and consistency.
Requirements:
- 3+ years in editorial/content development for technical or instructional products.
- Proven ability to translate complex technical concepts into structured, reader-friendly content.
- Strong author/SME management and feedback skills.
- Excellent English-language proficiency and editorial judgment.
- Quality assurance mindset; confident in making calls on readiness, rework, or cancellation.
- Willingness to own and drive the success of content beyond editing, including multi-format enhancements and derived formats.
Benefits:
- Bonus scheme
- 5 day working week
- 25 days annual holiday (plus bank holidays)
- Flexible hours: choose how, when, and where you work within India
- Training programs and Certification
