Technical Writer - Docs-as-Code and Software Documentation (Human) at Neura Robotics (Metzingen, Germany / Riederich, Germany)
Neura Robotics· Metzingen, Germany / Riederich, Germany·
Role details
Training As A Technical Writer · Technical Degree Or Specialization · Professional Experience In Technical Documentation · Experience In Software Engineering Or API Documentation
Neura Robotics at a glance
German cognitive-robotics company building humanoid and collaborative robots that see, hear, feel, and learn to work alongside people.
NEURA Robotics designs cognitive robots (humanoids, collaborative arms, and mobile bases) plus the AI and platform that run them, all built in-house. Its flagship 4NE1 humanoid targets industrial workflows and everyday assistance, and the Neuraverse platform links deployed robots into a shared learning network.
~$1.7B+ raised · latest: Series C · up to $1.4B · June 2026 · backed by Tether, Amazon, NVIDIA, Qualcomm
Summary
The Technical Writer will create high-quality, standards-compliant technical documentation in English, including operating and maintenance instructions. The role involves managing modular content in the Quanos Schema ST4 CMS, developing a Docs-as-Code framework, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensur...
Job description
Your mission & challenges
Your general tasks:
- 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
What we can look forward to
- 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
Why work at Neura Robotics
- Culture: "Passion for Winning" — achievement-driven, self-responsible culture with flat hierarchies. Values include trust, honesty, speed, and "We Are Human" (people at the heart of everything).
- Flexibility: Flexible working hours, 30 days of vacation, and a hybrid-friendly environment.
- Team: Over 1,400 employees from more than 45 countries — highly skilled, international team of experts.
- Growth & Development: Support for personal and professional growth via Udemy training platform and more.
- Compensation: Competitive salary package with exclusive employee discounts.
- Perks: Summer parties, company town hall meetings, and regular team celebrations.
- Impact: Opportunity to work on cutting-edge cognitive robotics and AI that directly addresses labor shortages and makes a meaningful societal impact.
- Diversity: Explicitly welcomes applications from all backgrounds, emphasizing building a team that reflects the world.
- Application Process: Fast — initial feedback within a few days, interviews scheduled within two weeks.