Technical writer, new college graduate, (teradyne, north reading, ma)

We are the global test and automation specialists, powering next-generation technologies through sophisticated solutions. Behind every electronic device you use, Teradyne's test technology ensures your device works right the first time, every time! Our portfolio of automation solutions help manufacturers to develop and deliver products quickly, efficiently and cost-effectively. Together, Teradyne companies deliver manufacturing automation across industries and applications around the world!

We attract, develop, and retain a high-performance workforce, comprised of people with diverse backgrounds and a shared drive for excellence. We strive to foster a positive and inclusive work environment that helps employees, and communities, thrive.

Our Purpose

TERADYNE, where experience meets innovation and driving excellence in every connection. We are fueled by creativity and diversity of thought and in our workforce. Our employees are supported to innovate and learn something new every day. We cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation and delivers better business results.

Opportunity Overview

Do you love turning complex ideas into clear, simple instructions? Do you want to learn how professional software documentation is planned, written, tested, and published, with experienced writers and engineers to guide you? Ever wonder how Teradyne's customers learn to write, debug, and optimize the test programs that verify every semiconductor device they build? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

We are looking for an early-career technical writer who is eager to learn the craft on real products. In this role you will write and update documentation topics, procedures, and release notes for the programmers of our Automated Test Equipment (ATE), working from established templates and patterns with detailed guidance and regular review from senior writers. You will work alongside your documentation peers and with developers, engineers, and product managers to understand the product and turn what you learn into accurate, user-friendly help content, using a docs-as-code toolchain and the latest AI-enabled tools. As your knowledge of our products and the people who use them grows, so will the scope of your work.

Responsibilities:

• Write, edit, and update documentation topics, procedures, and release notes for assigned software features, working from existing templates and topic patterns
• Own individual topics or sections within a documentation set maintained by senior writers, and deliver assigned work on schedule
• Gather information from specifications, existing documentation, and subject matter experts (SMEs), coming to interviews with prepared questions and taking accurate notes
• Learn and apply the Teradyne style guide, approved terminology, and documentation process to everything you write
• Author and publish in a docs-as-code pipeline (Markdown/HTML5, Git, pull requests) using the team's established setup, and write well-titled, self-contained topics that serve both readers and AI assistants
• Use AI-enabled tools to help draft and revise content, and check the output for accuracy before submitting it for review
• Run procedures against the product to confirm the steps work as written, and flag mismatches to your mentors
• Share drafts and status updates with the team, and accurately incorporate feedback from editorial and SME reviews
• Build working knowledge of ATE products, the test-development workflow, and the programmers who use them, and stay current on best practices in technical writing

All About You

We seek individuals who share our passion and determination. Our commitment to customer success drives us to go the extra mile. If you’re ready to join us in this mission, take a closer look at the minimum criteria for the position.

• Bachelor's degree in technical writing, communication, computer science, engineering, or a related field; no previous professional experience required (internships, co-ops, or technical writing coursework are a plus)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Ability to write clear, accurate sentences, follow templates and topic models, and revise your work based on editorial feedback
• Ability to describe software UI steps and menu paths accurately, and eagerness to learn how ATE software works, including reading specifications and code
• Ability to work within established templates, processes, and priorities with detailed instruction, and to ask questions and seek help proactively
• Ability to manage assigned tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Attention to detail and quality, including checking your work against the product and the style guide before submitting it for review
• Exposure to software development processes and methodologies, such as agile, scrum, and waterfall, is a plus
• Exposure to documentation tools and AI enablement, such as Markdown, HTML, XML, Git, Jira, and Confluence, through coursework, internships, or personal projects
• Basic familiarity with software products and coding, such as Windows, iOS, C#/C++, and VBA, is a plus
• Portfolio of writing samples (from coursework, internships, or personal projects) that demonstrates clear, well-organized technical writing

We are only considering candidates local to position location and are unable to provide relocation for this position.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Benefits:

Teradyne offers a variety of robust health and well-being benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, and more. Please click here to see details.

Compensation:

The base salary range for this role is $55,600-$89,000. This range is a good faith estimate, and the amount of base salary will correspond with experience and skill set. This range can also fluctuate depending on demand and location.

Incentive Plan: This job is eligible for discretionary bonus(es) based on financial performance.