Information Development Engineer (TK-64000326)

Cirrus Logic
United States, Texas, Austin
800 West 6th Street (Show on map)
Feb 21, 2025
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 Experience using and configuring version control systems, bug tracking systems, content management/database systems Ability to address and prioritize immediate tactical needs while maintaining a broader customer enablement approach Direct oral and written customer interaction Strong problem-solving skills Very strong ability to collaborate within a cross-functional product team Self-discipline to balance/context switch in order to support multiple 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 Diversity drives innovation at Cirrus Logic. Different approaches, ideas and points of view are both valued and respected, and employees are rewarded for their skills, experience and performance. Additionally, Cirrus Logic is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, pregnancy status, marital status, gender, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.