As an Information Development Engineer, you will develop documentation for silicon products, resolve information bugs, and collaborate on methodology implementations.
For over four decades, Cirrus Logic has been propelled by the top engineers in mixed-signal processing. Our rockstar team thrives on solving complex challenges with innovative end-user solutions for the world's top consumer brands. Cirrus Logic is also known for its award-winning culture, which was built on a foundation of inclusion and fairness, meaningful community engagement, and delivering enjoyable employee experiences at every turn. But we couldn’t do it without our extraordinary workforce – and that’s where you come in. Join our team and help us continue to make Cirrus Logic an exceptional place to grow your career!
Cirrus Logic has an excellent opportunity for an experienced Information Development Engineer and Technical Author based in our headquarters office in Austin, TX. This role will be responsible for developing detailed information for Cirrus Logic’s growing variety of silicon devices and related hardware, tools, and systems. Such information includes silicon design specifications, customer-facing data sheets, hardware and software architecture specifications and manuals, etc. We eagerly pursue scripting, data modeling, and process automation to operate more efficiently in collaboration with work partner teams.
Responsibilities:
- Assess and develop information requirements for new and existing products
- Execute the development of documentation, including: silicon and IP data sheets, architecture specifications, application notes, hardware and embedded firmware user manuals and white papers
- Evaluate and resolve information-related bugs across all potentially affected sources
- Contribute to the definition and implementation of methodologies to heighten visibility of documentation status and issues; streamline documentation production and release; and improve integration with the silicon design flow and multi-functional use of design information
- Review technical information for content, quality, and alignment to defined standards and requirements
- Connect with internal customers/stakeholders regarding documentation-related issues and commitments
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Experience in information development/documentation for silicon products
- Experience using Adobe FrameMaker, Oxygen XML Editor, or other DITA XML tools
- Experience using and configuring version control systems, bug tracking systems, or content management/database systems
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Strong ability to collaborate within a cross-functional product team
- Ability to balance/context switch in order to support simultaneous projects and deadlines
- Ability to clearly define abstract problems and develop concise and actionable solutions
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering with experience in a semiconductor tech writing, applications or systems engineering role
Preferred Skills and Qualifications:
- Experience using and developing structured data content (e.g., XML, IP-XACT, DITA)
- Automation and scripting capabilities (e.g., Python, Perl, ExtendScript, XSLT)
- Mixed-signal hardware and audio-related background
- Hands-on hardware and/or software experience
- Analog, digital, and mixed-signal fundamentals
- Atlassian Confluence
- Microsoft Visio
- Automation using Jenkins, CI (Continuous Integration) pipelines
Export control restrictions based upon applicable laws and regulations would prohibit candidates who are nationals of certain embargoed countries from working in this position without Cirrus Logic first obtaining an export license. Candidates for this role must be able to access technical data without a requirement for an export license. We are unable to sponsor or obtain export licenses for this role.
Cirrus Logic strives to select the best qualified applicant for any opening. Different approaches, ideas and points of view are both valued and respected. Employment decisions are made on the basis of job-related criteria without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
Cirrus Logic Austin, Texas, USA Office
Cirrus Logic is nestled in the trendy West 6th neighborhood of Downtown Austin. Steps from our headquarters, you'll find incredible restaurants and nightlife, eclectic boutiques, independent book and record stores and the flagship Whole Foods Market and the Lady Bird Lake hike-and-bike trail.
Cirrus Logic Austin, Texas, USA Office
Cirrus Logic is nestled in the trendy West 6th neighborhood of Downtown Austin. Steps from our headquarters, you'll find incredible restaurants and nightlife, eclectic boutiques, independent book and record stores and the flagship Whole Foods Market and the Lady Bird Lake hike-and-bike trail.
Cirrus Logic Austin, Texas, USA Office
Cirrus Logic is nestled in the trendy West 6th neighborhood of Downtown Austin. Steps from our headquarters, you'll find incredible restaurants and nightlife, eclectic boutiques, independent book and record stores and the flagship Whole Foods Market and the Lady Bird Lake hike-and-bike trail.
Cirrus Logic Austin, Texas, USA Office
Just blocks away from ACL and hike and bike trails. Tons of restaurants and close to public transporation.
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