Technical Writer - Computing and Graphics Documentation

TekWissen ®; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 51,143 - 72,840; Full time

Job summary

A global workforce management provider is seeking a Technical Writer for Computing and Graphics documentation in Austin, TX. This role involves developing and maintaining documentation using DITA XML and enhancing collaboration across global teams. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in technical writing, especially in the semiconductor industry, along with strong skills in structured authoring and content governance workflows. The position is temporary with a competitive pay rate of $45/hr.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience for Bachelor's or 5+ years for Master's in Technical Communication.
• Experience in technical writing within the semiconductor industry.
• Proficiency in structured authoring using DITA XML.

Responsibilities

• Develop technical documentation for x86 architecture using DITA XML.
• Implement advanced information architecture practices.
• Support HTML and multi-channel publishing.

Skills

Collaboration

Technical writing

Structured authoring (DITA XML)

Content governance workflows

Information architecture principles

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Technical Communication or related field

Master’s degree in Technical Communication or related field

Tools

IXIASOFT CCMS

HTML/CSS

JIRA Cloud

Adobe Acrobat

Microsoft Word

Job description

Technical Writer - Computing and Graphics Documentation

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Base pay range

$45.00/hr - $45.00/hr

Job Title: Technical Writer - Computing and Graphics Documentation
Work Location: Austin, TX 78728
Duration: 12 Months
Work Type: Temporary Assignment
Job Type: Onsite

Overview

TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients worldwide. This client is an American multinational semiconductor company based in Santa Clara, California that develops computer processors and related technologies for business and consumer markets. The company also produces flash memories, graphics processors, motherboard chip sets, and a variety of components used in consumer electronics goods.

Job Description

• The Computing and Graphics (CG) team at client is looking for a highly skilled Technical Writer to develop, maintain, and modernize x86 software and hardware documentation. In this role, you will utilize your expertise of DITA and develop technical documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain structured technical documentation for x86 architecture and system-level features using DITA XML and CCMS.
• Implement advanced information architecture practices, including profiling attributes and conditional text, topic/map reuse and structural reuse with submaps.
• Support HTML and multi-channel publishing, ensuring accessibility and usability for internal and external audiences.

Required Qualifications

• Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work across global teams.
• Proven experience in technical writing within the semiconductor industry.
• Expertise in structured authoring using DITA XML.
• Strong knowledge of CCMS platforms (IXIASOFT or equivalent) and familiarity with content governance workflows.
• Proficiency in information architecture principles, including reuse strategies such as profiling attributes (conditionalization).

Preferred Qualifications

• Python scripting experience for documentation automation.
• Experience with content migration projects and legacy format conversion.
• Project Management experience to drive documentation initiatives and cross-functional alignment.

Tools & Technologies

• IXIASOFT CCMS (or similar)
• HTML/CSS
• Adobe Acrobat
• JIRA Cloud
• Python (automation scripts)
• Microsoft Word / Excel / Visio

Academic & Industry Background

• Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of experience or Master’s degree with 5+ years of experience in Technical Communication, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field with at least 3 years in structured content and CMS environments.

Team Dynamics

• Highly collaborative environment with cross-functional engagement (GPU architecture, software engineering, program management).
• Emphasis on innovation, automation, and continuous improvement.
• Opportunities to mentor junior writers and influence client-wide documentation standards.

Why This Role Matters

• This position is critical to enabling scalable, reusable, and automated documentation workflows for client’s Client products.You will help shape the future of technical content delivery, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and efficiency for internal teams and external customers.
• We enable client customers to develop laptops, desktops, workstations, embedded devices, and servers using client technologies.

TekWissen® Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.

Job Attributes

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Contract
• Job function: Other
• Industries: Computers and Electronics Manufacturing