Senior Technical Writer - On-site

SNT Medtronic Navigation, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and vision insurance

Health Savings Account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Medtronic seeks a Senior Technical Writer in Lafayette, Colorado to develop and maintain IFU and related technical documentation for advanced imaging products. You will work with engineering, marketing, regulatory, and quality teams to translate complex concepts into clear user docs and coordinate translation for global distribution.

You will use FrameMaker, XML authoring tools, and CMS systems to manage documents, track versions, and ensure quality and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 4+ years of technical writing or a Master's with 2+ years of experience.
• Proficient with Adobe FrameMaker and structured authoring.
• Experience with XML and content management systems in a regulated environment.
• Strong documentation experience for global audiences and software/hardware products.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update IFU, system manuals, guides, and software help docs.
• Collaborate with product development, marketing, regulatory, and QA teams for content.
• Create and manage documentation using FrameMaker, XML, and CMS tools.
• Manage versioning, archival, and release processes in PLM systems.
• Coordinate translation projects and review with external providers.
• Review and edit docs to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance.

Skills

Technical writing

XML

Structured authoring

Content management systems

Adobe Acrobat

Adobe Photoshop

HTML

Vasont CMS

Global audiences

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Master's degree in relevant field

Tools

Adobe FrameMaker

XML authoring tools

Content management systems

Adobe Acrobat

Adobe Photoshop

HTML

Vasont CMS

Job description

Senior Technical Writer

The Senior Technical Writer develops, maintains, and manages Instructions for Use (IFU) and related technical documentation for advanced imaging products. This role collaborates with engineering, marketing, regulatory, and quality teams to gather information, translate complex technical concepts into clear user documentation, manage document release activities, and coordinate translation projects supporting global product distribution. This position is based in Lafayette, Colorado, and requires an on-site work arrangement. Occasional domestic and international travel may be required, with expected travel less than 10%.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update Instructions for Use (IFU), system manuals, quick reference guides, package inserts, technical bulletins, and software help documentation.
• Gather technical content through collaboration with product development, marketing, regulatory, and subject matter experts.
• Create and manage structured documentation using Adobe FrameMaker, XML authoring tools, and related content management systems.
• Manage document version control, archival activities, and documentation release processes within Product Lifecycle Management systems.
• Coordinate translation projects, including document preparation, tracking, review, and finalization with external translation providers.
• Review, edit, and proofread technical documentation to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with quality requirements.
• Support cross-functional teams with documentation-related guidance and ensure documentation is available for product releases.
• Identify and implement process improvements that enhance documentation quality, efficiency, and compliance.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of technical writing or technical editing experience OR Master's degree and 2+ years of technical writing or technical editing experience.
• Advanced experience with Adobe FrameMaker.
• Experience with structured authoring, XML, and content management systems.
• Advanced experience with Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Photoshop, vector graphics software, and HTML.
• Experience creating technical documentation for global audiences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical writing experience in the medical device, scientific, or other regulated industry.
• Experience with Vasont Content Management System (CMS).
• Experience developing online documentation or software help systems.
• Experience managing professional translation projects and vendors.
• Experience supporting documentation activities in regulated quality system environments.
• For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.

Physical Job Requirements

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position. The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.

U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship

At Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise-wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long-term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.

Benefits & Compensation

Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$84,800.00 - $127,200.00

This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP). The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).

• Health, Dental and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability leave
• Dependent daycare spending account
• Tuition assistance/reimbursement
• Simple Steps (global well-being program)

• Incentive plans
• 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match
• Short-term disability
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums)
• Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums)

Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico. Further details are available at the link below: Medtronic benefits and compensation plans

EEO Statement

It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. The employer participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here.