Technical Writer

Who We Are

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world. 

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You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more. 

At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about ourbenefits. 

Description 

Applied Materials, Inc., is the global leader in materials engineering solutions used to producevirtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. Ourexpertise inmodifying materials at atomic levels and on an industrial scale enables customers to transform possibilities into reality.  

Our team is searching for an experienced and self-motivated Technical Writer who excels at analyzing complex information and translatingit into clear written and visual instructions for our customers. Our geographically distributed product team developsproducts for semiconductor fabrication and assembly, test,andpackaging industries.These products help customers automate,monitor, andoptimize factory operations. 

Whatyou’ll be doing 

As aTechnical Writer on our team,you’llbe responsible for: 

• Reviewing and contributing to software design specifications thatdescribe product enhancements and changes. 

• Collaborating closely with software engineers, product managers, customer support, and quality assurance teams to gather product information. 

• Installing and usingsoftware both locally and in virtual machine environmentsto explore and document software features.  

• Creatingdiagrams and screenshots to help users understandsoftware architecture and features. 

• Authoring online Help, release notes, and installation instructionswith clear overviewsand easy-to-follow procedures. 

• Ensuringtechnicallyaccurate, high-quality product documentation thatmeets requirements and is deliveredon time. 

• Using AI tools to enhance your workflow,driveproductivity, andsolve technical problems. 

Whatwe’re looking for 

Key requirements for this position include: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, English,Technical Communication, or a related discipline. 

• 3+ years writing experience, preferably in the software industry. 

• Excellent written and verbal communicationskills, with the abilityto adapt your writing to conform to a corporate style guide. 

• Adept at interviewing subject matter expertsto gather the informationneeded to generate best-in-class content. 

• Closeattention to detail andstrong multitasking abilities. 

• General knowledge of software systems and adesire to understand software features. 

• Ability to workbothindependentlyand collaborativelyas part of a distributed team. 

What will give you an edge 

Additional skills that would make you stand out for this position include: 

• Experience with a programming or scripting language (such as C#,PowerShell, or Python). 

• Experience documentingcomplex product suites. 

• Familiarity with the Microsoft Writing Style Guide. 

• Experience working in an agileenvironment and using Jira for ticketprogresstracking. 

• Experience withtheMadCap FlareHelp authoring tool. 

• Familiarity with UNIX orcommand-line applications. 

• Experience with version control systems (such as Git).  

• Experience with AI tools such as Copilot or Claude. 

Join our team and contribute to the success of our industry-leading software solutions. Apply now! 

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Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.