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Technical Writer II - (E2)

Applied Materials
Santa Clara, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 2 Nov 2023
💰 $104,500/yr($76,000/yr$104,500/yr)

About the role

Technical Writer Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform technical publications production duties: composition, illustration, and technical writing and editing.

  • Develop clear written materials to support product development activities.

  • Work cross-functionally with SMEs to collect product information and specifications.

  • Create, develop, update and publish highly accurate and complete product and service documents (e.g., Mainframe Manuals, Chamber Manuals, Procedures and BKMs).

  • Collect and organize technical information and product images, and coordinates layout for publication.

  • Develop and author technical documents while adhering to publication processes and style guides.  Work with Applied Material’s Manager to determine scope, deliverables, and schedule of documentation projects.

  • Write, structure and publish technical contents using DITA XML.

Skills & Qualifications:

  • Ability to work in a cross-functional organization and multitask on multiple projects.

  • Must be a quick learner, self-starter, with strong attention to details and can work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced, high-tech environment.

Functional Knowledge:

  • Excellent English language written and verbal communication skills.

  • Proficient in technical publishing software:

    • DITA XML: Oxygen Editor

    • Content Management System (CMS): SDL Tridion Docs, SharePoint, Teams

    • Graphical: Snagit, Photoshop

    • Adobe Suite: Acrobat Pro DC, FrameMaker

    • MS Office Suite: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook

Required Education and/or Certifications:

  • Graduate with Engineering Degree or bachelor’s degree (Science preferred) 

Years of Experience:

  • 2 to 5 years of relevant experience 

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. 

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's Degree

Skills

Certifications:

Languages:

Years of Experience:

2 - 4 Years

Work Experience:

Additional Information

Travel:

Yes, 10% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

No

U.S. Salary Range:

$76,000.00 - $104,500.00

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on a number of factors including location and level and will vary depending on confirmed job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.  In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. 

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