CPU Core Documentation Engineer - Remote

Title: CPU Core Documentation Engineer - Remote

Mandatory skills:

• CPU,
• CPU internal documentation, CPU external documentation, CPU Design, CPU Instruction Set Architecture, ISA, x86, CPU Cores,
• Microsoft Office, OpenOffice software,
• Python, Perl, Ruby,
• structured documentation, Extensive Markup Language, XML, Open Document Text, ODT,
• Revision Control Systems, Perforce, CVS, Subversion, GIT,
• engineering terminology, semiconductor industry,
• IT Infrastructure, servers, networking, storage, operating systems,
• technical reviews, publish technical documentation, errata, data-books, white papers, application notes, Processor Programming Reference, Web page content,
• accessibility, relevance, accuracy, clarity, consistency, timeliness, customer requirements, document delivery process

Description:

THE ROLE:

• As a CPU Core Documentation Engineer, you will have a unique opportunity to work with the entire design community from the CPU to SOC teams to produce client s next-generation CPU internal and external documentation.

THE PERSON:

• You enjoy working as part of a team and have strong collaboration skills. You possess both strong verbal and written communication skills. You enjoy automation to save time and effort but also to provide flexibility and configurability. You enjoy learning new skills that help you to work more effectively and efficiently.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• End-to-end ownership for the delivery of the technical documentation for the client s CPU Cores.
• Create, edit, drive legal and technical reviews, and publish technical documentation (errata, data-books, white papers, application notes, Processor Programming Reference, and Web page content) via revision control or as specified by the document owners and process.
• Proactively solicit feedback to ensure delivered documents meet customer requirements including accessibility, relevance, accuracy, clarity, consistency, and timeliness.
• Partner with the CPU design team to create and maintain specific design files for input into the document delivery process.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and OpenOffice software
• Familiar with automating tasks with scripting languages such as Python, Perl, Ruby, etc.
• Experience creating and using structured documentation (e.g., Extensive Markup Language, XML, and Open Document Text, ODT).
• Understanding of and experience with Revision Control Systems (e.g., Perforce, CVS, Subversion, GIT, etc.)
• Highly motivated to seek out solutions and willing to learn new skills to fulfill job requirements
• Excellent writing skills in the English language, editing and organizational skills required
• Good understanding of engineering terminology used within the semiconductor industry

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE DESIRED:

• Familiarity or first-hand experience with CPU Design
• Experience with x86 or other CPU Instruction Set Architecture (ISA)
• Understanding of IT Infrastructure such as servers, networking, storage, operating systems, etc.
• ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:
• BS, MS, or PhD degree in Electrical, Computer Engineering, or related field of study.

Candidates must have:

• Experience writing customer facing low level architecture/programming specifications (writing content not just setting up tools)

Have one or more of the following:

• Experience designing/verifying/architecting CPU Cores (Semiconductor foundry, PCB, and motherboard experience is not applicable)
• Experience with low level programming: Device Drivers, Firmware, Assembly
• Optional but highly desired: experience modernizing documentation infrastructure to industry leading tools and documentation architectures

Notes:

• Remote is fine for the role with the right candidate though we have a preference towards onsite or hybrid.
• Part Time Role - 20hrs per week but option for more hours depending on project, etc.

VIVA USA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a professional working environment that is free from discrimination and unlawful harassment. The Management, contractors, and staff of VIVA USA shall respect others without regard to race, sex, religion, age, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, physical, mental or sensory disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or status as a Vietnam-era, recently separated veteran, Active war time or campaign badge veteran, Armed forces service medal veteran, or disabled veteran. Please contact us at for any complaints, comments and suggestions.

Contact Details :

Account co-ordinator: Godwin D Antony Raj

VIVA USA INC.

3601 Algonquin Road, Suite 425

Rolling Meadows, IL 60008