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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Technical Writer - Docs-as-Code and Software Documentation (Human) - **Company:** Neura Robotics GmbH - **Location:** Metzingen, Germany - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Confluence, JIRA, C++ (Programming Language), Software Documentation, Collaborative Software, Communications Protocols, Continuous Integration, Ethernet, EtherCAT, Python (Programming Language), Knowledge Management, Microsoft Office, Modbus, Markdown, Microsoft SharePoint, Software Engineering, Toolchain, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Robot Operating System, Doxygen, Git, Sphinx, Schema ST4, Programming Languages - **Published:** May 16, 2026 - **Apply:** https://de.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=486a4e95409ab615 ## About the Role Do you have experience in XML?, * Training as a Technical Writer, a comparable qualification, or specialization in a relevant field * Alternatively: technical degree or graduation from a technical college * Professional experience in technical documentation or in a comparable software-engineering environment (e.g., software development, API/Developer documentation) * Very good command of English (main documentation language); good German skills desirable * Experience with content management systems (preferably Quanos Schema ST4), XML, and modular documentation * Confident use of MS Office and modern collaboration tools (Confluence, Jira, Teams, SharePoint) * Strong writing skills and the ability to prepare complex technical content accurately and clearly * Knowledge of relevant standards (Machinery Directive, VDI guidelines) * Structured, independent working style and strong communication skills * Experience with Docs-as-Code (Git, Markdown, reStructuredText, CI/CD workflows) * Knowledge in the creation of code-related documentation (APIs, interfaces) * Confident use of Sphinx, Doxygen, Breathe, or similar toolchains * Understanding of programming languages such as Python, C++, ideally ROS and industrial communication protocols like Modbus, Profinet, EtherNet/IP, EtherCAT * Ability to build and maintain an internal documentation framework (templates, guidelines) * Experience in robotics or related mechatronics/automation environments is desirable ## Description * Preparation of high-quality, standards-compliant technical documentation in English (e.g., operating, assembly, repair, and maintenance instructions) * Structured creation, maintenance, and further development of modular content in the XML-based content management system Quanos Schema ST4 * Development and further optimization of efficient information architectures and documentation structures * Creation of translation-friendly content and support of the translation and localization process * Close collaboration with interdisciplinary, cross-site teams throughout the product development process * Use of modern collaboration and knowledge-management tools: Confluence, Jira, Teams, SharePoint Your focus tasks: * Building, maintaining, and further developing a Docs-as-Code framework (e.g., Git, Markdown, reStructuredText, CI/CD-based publication processes) for development teams, including templates, guidelines, and review processes * Creating or contributing to code-related documentation, such as API references and interface specifications * Using and integrating technologies such as Sphinx, Doxygen, Breathe, or comparable tools to document technologies like Python, C++, and ROS or industrial communication protocols like Modbus, Profinet, EtherNet/IP, EtherCAT * Harmonizing ST4-based content with Docs-as-Code workflows in the future * Close collaboration with software developers and Product Owners to ensure technical accuracy ## Related Videos - [Continuous Documentation for Your Code](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/798-continuous-documentation-for-your-code) - [Humanizing Your Documentation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/476-humanizing-your-documentation) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Collaboration Quantified: Lessons from Open Source Developer Networks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1422-collaboration-quantified-lessons-from-open-source-developer-networks) - [Robots are coming into the wild! 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