Technical Writer

Silicon Labs (NASDAQ: SLAB) is the leading innovator in low-power wireless connectivity, building embedded technology that connects devices and improves lives. Merging cutting-edge technology into the world’s most highly integrated SoCs, Silicon Labs provides device makers the solutions, support, and ecosystems needed to create advanced edge connectivity applications. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Silicon Labs has operations in over 16 countries and is the trusted partner for innovative solutions in the smart home, industrial IoT, and smart cities markets. Learn more at www.silabs.com.

Meet the Team

The  Technical Writing Team plays a crucial role in creating and managing technical documentation for software and hardware products. Your primary responsibility will be to translate complex technical information into user-friendly content, ensuring clarity, consistency, and adherence to company standards. You’ll collaborate with subject matter experts, review and edit technical documents, and provide quality control, and publication to the appropriate platforms. This position requires excellent writing and editing skills, technical knowledge, and the ability to manage complex projects from start to finish.

Responsibilities  

• Create and Manage Technical Documentation:
  • Develop clear, concise, and accurate technical documentation for software/hardware products and systems.
  • Collaborate with subject matter experts to obtain and document technical specifications.
  • Review and edit technical documents to ensure clarity, consistency, and alignment with company standards.
• Developer’s Site:
  • Manage, edit, and publish APIs and supporting software documentation for the developer’s site.
• Public Website:
  • Manage, edit, and publish hardware documentation such as data sheets and reference manuals for the public website.
• User-Centric Approach:
  • Understand user needs and tailor documentation to address their pain points and enhance their experience.
• Project Leadership:
  • Lead and participate in documentation projects, working closely with development teams to ensure the accuracy and completeness of technical documents.

Skills You Will Need

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Technical Communication, Computer Science, Linguistics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in technical writing or a related field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong technical knowledge and the ability to comprehend complex technical information.
• Experience in creating and managing technical documentation for software or hardware products.
• Attention to detail and strong editorial skills to ensure documentation complies with company standards.
• Proven ability to manage documentation projects and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Proficiency with the following:
  • Git
  • Command-line interface
  • HTML
  • Markdown
  • Doxygen
  • C, C++
  • DITA
  • CCMS
  • Oxygen
  • Jira
  • Agile
  • MS Office
  • Adobe Acrobat Professional
  • Visio

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The following qualifications will be considered a plus:

• Previous experience working in the semiconductor industry

Silicon Labs is an equal opportunity employer and values the diversity of our employees. Employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and job-related criteria without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.