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

Full Job Description

We are looking for a Technical Writer to produce high-quality documentation that contributes to the overall success of our products. You will join a team of talented tech writers who work collaboratively with developers, quality engineers, product managers, and usability experts to make our products easier to use.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain precise & accurate documentation, including Design Documents, Test Reports, SOPs etc.
• Work closely with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), Software Developers, Design Engineers, and other team members to gather information and ensure the accuracy and completeness of documentation.
• Organize and structure content effectively to ensure information is easily accessible and understandable by the target audience.
• Continuously update and revise existing documentation with the help of Document Control management teams to reflect product changes, improvements, and updates.
• Ensure that all documentation adheres to company style guidelines and quality standards, including grammar, spelling, formatting, and consistency.
• Provide user support by responding to inquiries, feedback, and requests for clarification related to documentation.
• Maintain version control of documents to ensure that the most up-to-date information is available to users.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies to enhance the quality and relevance of documentation.

Requirements

• University degree in Engineering (Electronics) or equivalent preferred.
• Proven working experience of 2-3 years in technical writing of system (Hardware/Software) documentation (Electronics domain).
• Excellent written skills in English.
• Ability to deliver high-quality documentation, paying attention to detail.
• Ability to grasp complex technical concepts quickly and make them easily understandable in text and pictures.