Staff Technical Writer

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The Role

We are seeking a skilled Technical Writer to join our team at AMD, specifically to work on our open-source SHARK, IREE and related software platforms. SHARK provides a packaged product for using state-of-the-art ML models, to a variety of devices. As a Technical Writer, you will play a crucial role in creating clear, concise, and comprehensive documentation that enables users, developers, and stakeholders to effectively leverage these cutting-edge technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

•  Develop detailed technical documentation including user guides, API references, developer manuals, web development integration, and release notes for
• Collaboration: Work closely with software engineers, and subject matter experts to gather information and ensure accuracy of technical content
• Content Maintenance: Regularly update and maintain existing documentation to reflect software updates, new features, and changes in specifications for SHARK/IREE projects
• Quality Assurance: Review documentation for accuracy, consistency, and adherence to style guidelines. Conduct usability testing of documentation to ensure it meets user needs
• User Support: Provide timely and effective support to users and developers by addressing documentation-related queries and clarifying technical concepts 

Preferred Experience in following tools/flows

• Familiarity with MLIR, IREE, or LLVM
• Experience documenting software development kits (SDKs), compiler frameworks, or developer tools
• Ability to quickly grasp complex technical concepts and translate them into clear, accessible documentation
• Open-source development ethos

Academic Credentials

• BS/MS (Computer Science, Engineering, Technical Communication, or related discipline)

Location:
San Jose, CA, USA

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AMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee based recruitment services. AMD and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and will consider all applicants without regard to race, marital status, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. EOE/MFDV

At AMD, your base pay is one part of your total rewards package.  Your base pay will depend on where your skills, qualifications, experience, and location fit into the hiring range for the position. You may be eligible for incentives based upon your role such as either an annual bonus or sales incentive. Many AMD employees have the opportunity to own shares of AMD stock, as well as a discount when purchasing AMD stock if voluntarily participating in AMD’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also be eligible for competitive benefits described in more detail here.

AMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. AMD and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity, inclusive employers and will consider all applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.   We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants’ needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.