Impactful Electronics Technical Writer

Microsoft; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Microsoft is seeking a Technical Writer to produce high-quality product documentation. You will collaborate with developers, QA, product managers, and usability experts to create clear, accurate materials including design docs, SOPs, and test reports.

You will structure content for easy accessibility and maintain version control while staying current with industry best practices. The role requires a university degree in electronics engineering (or equivalent) and 2–3 years' experience in

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of technical writing experience in electronics hardware/software
• Strong command of English writing and grammar
• Ability to translate complex concepts into clear text and visuals

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain precise documentation including design documents, test reports, SOPs
• Collaborate with SMEs, software developers, design engineers, and other team members to gather accurate information
• Organize and structure content for easy accessibility and understanding by target audience
• Update existing documentation to reflect product changes with document control teams
• Ensure adherence to company style guidelines, quality standards, and consistency
• Provide user support by responding to inquiries and clarification requests about documentation
• Maintain version control to ensure up-to-date information is available
• Stay current with industry trends and best practices to improve documentation quality

Skills

Technical writing

English writing

Attention to detail

Education

Engineering degree (Electronics)

Job description

Microsoft is seeking a Technical Writer to produce high-quality product documentation. You will collaborate with developers, QA, product managers, and usability experts to create clear, accurate materials including design docs, SOPs, and test reports.

You will structure content for easy accessibility and maintain version control while staying current with industry best practices. The role requires a university degree in electronics engineering (or equivalent) and 2–3 years' experience in