

QNX Technical Writer II
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Worker Sub-Type: Regular Job Description: QNX enhances the human experience and amplifies technology-driven industries, providing a trusted foundation for software-defined businesses to thrive. The business leads the way in delivering safe and secure operating systems, hypervisors, middleware, solutions, and development tools, along with support and services delivered by trusted embedded software experts. With a focus on reducing hardware dependency and increasing efficiency, QNX empowers organizations to unlock new possibilities in areas like high-performance computing at the edge, standards-based virtualization technologies, and cloud enablement. QNX® technology has been deployed in the world’s most critical embedded systems, including more than 275 million vehicles on the road today. QNX® software is trusted across industries including automotive, medical devices, industrial controls, robotics, commercial vehicles, rail, and aerospace and defense. Are you the person we are looking for? The QNX Technical Publications Team is looking for a technical writer to create high-quality written material that makes it easier for customers to develop software using QNX products. QNX products are designed for embedded systems running in cars, medical devices, railway control applications, and a variety of other safety-critical and mission-critical environments. You will join a team of technical writers (in an engineering organization) responsible for documenting our products, including QNX operating systems, QNX software development tools, and QNX middleware. The ideal candidate is attentive to detail, experienced writing documentation for developers, and interested in learning about new technologies as well as the people who rely on them. What You'll Do Create high-quality, developer-focused content including user guides, programming guides, API/reference docs, technical notes, and release notes Turn complex technical concepts into clear, well-structured, and practical documentation Develop meaningful examples that help developers quickly understand and apply QNX technologies Partner with engineers, architects, and product managers to gather insights directly from source code, designs, and real-world use cases Work with technical project managers to plan and deliver documentation aligned with product timelines Maintain and evolve documentation toolchains using DITA-OT, including customization with CSS and XSLT Publish content across modern platforms (WebHelp, PDF) using tools like Oxygen XML What You'll Bring Experience writing technical documentation for a developer audience Strong understanding of information architecture, structured authoring, and modern documentation practices Familiarity with markup languages, version control, and CI/CD workflows Ability to read and interpret code (C / C++) Experience customizing documentation outputs using tools like DITA-OT, XSLT, CSS, or similar frameworks Exposure to scripting (Python, shell, etc.) to automate workflows or tooling A degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field If you have any of these then that would be great Experience documenting complex or embedded systems Knowledge of search optimization, content discoverability, and user experience (UX) in documentation Experience building or optimizing documentation toolchains Scripting in Python or Perl for automation and testing If you are ready to use your expertise to drive real innovation, we would love to hear from you! #LI-KH1 Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Compensation Hiring Base Salary Range: $73,600.00 - $103,500.00 Please be advised that the compensation hiring range indicated herein is provided solely as a good-faith estimate of expected base compensation for the position. The actual compensation offered will be determined at the time of hire and is contingent upon multiple factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, relevant experience, demonstrated skills, and results of assessments conducted during the hiring process. Bonus: The BlackBerry Variable Incentive Pay (VIP) program is an organization-wide bonus incentive program which aims to reward full-time eligible employees for their contribution to BlackBerry’s success. VIP payments are made in addition to base salary and factor in company’s performance as a way for employees to share in BlackBerry’s achievements. Benefits: The BlackBerry Employee Benefits programs offer a wide range of benefits that support your physical, financial and personal well-being. BlackBerry remains committed to offering affordable benefits including coverage for medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, retirement, employee share purchase program and paid-time-off to those that meet the eligibility requirements. Disclosure of Position Status: This is an active opening. We are seeking to fill this position immediately Disclosure of Artificial Intelligence: We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants at any stage of our recruitment process. All applications are reviewed and evaluated by our hiring team. Over the past 35 years, QNX software, a subsidiary of BlackBerry has become a big part of everyday life. People encounter QNX-controlled systems whenever they drive, shop, watch TV, use the Internet, or even turn on a light. Its ultra-reliable nature means QNX software is the preferred choice for life-critical systems such as air traffic control systems, surgical equipment, and nuclear power plants. And its cool multimedia features have QNX software turning up in everything from in-dash radios, infotainment systems to the latest casino gaming terminals and most recently we are making headlines in the world of autonomous vehicles. If you want your career to switch gears, then you couldn’t choose a more exciting time to consider joining us! BlackBerry provides enterprises and governments the intelligent software and services to power the world around us. Based in Waterloo, Ontario, BlackBerry’s high-performance foundational software enables major automakers and industrial giants alike to unlock transformative applications, drive new revenue streams and launch innovative business models, all without sacrificing safety, security or reliability. And with our deep heritage in Secure Communications, BlackBerry delivers operational resiliency with a comprehensive, highly secure and extensively certified portfolio for mobile fortification, mission-critical communications and critical event management. ©2026 BlackBerry. All right reserved. BlackBerry® and related trademarks, names, and logos are the property of BlackBerry Limited and are registered and/or used in the U.S. and countries around the world. It is the policy of BlackBerry to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship, status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law. EEO Minorities/Females/Protected Veteran Disabled BlackBerry strives to create an accessible and inclusive application and selection process and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to job applicants who may require provisions to participate in the selection process. Should you require an accommodation, please contact recruitment@blackberry.com or contact our HR department by calling 1-519-888-7465. We will reply to your request as soon as possible. Federal Employment Law Posters: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Employee Polygraph Protection Act FMLA Federal Contractor Postings: E-Verify Right to Work Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Minimum Wage HELPFUL LINKS: Contact Us Application Process Careers FAQ RETURN TO JOB POSTINGS
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About BlackBerry QNX
QNX® provides the trusted foundation that software-defined and physical AI systems depend on to operate safely and predictably in the real world. For nearly half a century, QNX has powered safety-critical applications where failure is not an option. The business leads the way in delivering safe and secure operating systems, hypervisors, middleware, solutions, and development tools, along with support and services delivered by trusted embedded software experts. QNX technology has been deployed in the world’s most critical embedded systems, including more than 275 million vehicles on the road today. QNX software is trusted across industries, including automotive, medical devices, industrial controls, robotics, commercial vehicles, rail, and aerospace and defense. Founded in 1980, QNX is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada. Learn more at qnx.com.
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QNX Technical Writer II
Top Benefits
About the role
Worker Sub-Type: Regular Job Description: QNX enhances the human experience and amplifies technology-driven industries, providing a trusted foundation for software-defined businesses to thrive. The business leads the way in delivering safe and secure operating systems, hypervisors, middleware, solutions, and development tools, along with support and services delivered by trusted embedded software experts. With a focus on reducing hardware dependency and increasing efficiency, QNX empowers organizations to unlock new possibilities in areas like high-performance computing at the edge, standards-based virtualization technologies, and cloud enablement. QNX® technology has been deployed in the world’s most critical embedded systems, including more than 275 million vehicles on the road today. QNX® software is trusted across industries including automotive, medical devices, industrial controls, robotics, commercial vehicles, rail, and aerospace and defense. Are you the person we are looking for? The QNX Technical Publications Team is looking for a technical writer to create high-quality written material that makes it easier for customers to develop software using QNX products. QNX products are designed for embedded systems running in cars, medical devices, railway control applications, and a variety of other safety-critical and mission-critical environments. You will join a team of technical writers (in an engineering organization) responsible for documenting our products, including QNX operating systems, QNX software development tools, and QNX middleware. The ideal candidate is attentive to detail, experienced writing documentation for developers, and interested in learning about new technologies as well as the people who rely on them. What You'll Do Create high-quality, developer-focused content including user guides, programming guides, API/reference docs, technical notes, and release notes Turn complex technical concepts into clear, well-structured, and practical documentation Develop meaningful examples that help developers quickly understand and apply QNX technologies Partner with engineers, architects, and product managers to gather insights directly from source code, designs, and real-world use cases Work with technical project managers to plan and deliver documentation aligned with product timelines Maintain and evolve documentation toolchains using DITA-OT, including customization with CSS and XSLT Publish content across modern platforms (WebHelp, PDF) using tools like Oxygen XML What You'll Bring Experience writing technical documentation for a developer audience Strong understanding of information architecture, structured authoring, and modern documentation practices Familiarity with markup languages, version control, and CI/CD workflows Ability to read and interpret code (C / C++) Experience customizing documentation outputs using tools like DITA-OT, XSLT, CSS, or similar frameworks Exposure to scripting (Python, shell, etc.) to automate workflows or tooling A degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field If you have any of these then that would be great Experience documenting complex or embedded systems Knowledge of search optimization, content discoverability, and user experience (UX) in documentation Experience building or optimizing documentation toolchains Scripting in Python or Perl for automation and testing If you are ready to use your expertise to drive real innovation, we would love to hear from you! #LI-KH1 Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Compensation Hiring Base Salary Range: $73,600.00 - $103,500.00 Please be advised that the compensation hiring range indicated herein is provided solely as a good-faith estimate of expected base compensation for the position. The actual compensation offered will be determined at the time of hire and is contingent upon multiple factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, relevant experience, demonstrated skills, and results of assessments conducted during the hiring process. Bonus: The BlackBerry Variable Incentive Pay (VIP) program is an organization-wide bonus incentive program which aims to reward full-time eligible employees for their contribution to BlackBerry’s success. VIP payments are made in addition to base salary and factor in company’s performance as a way for employees to share in BlackBerry’s achievements. Benefits: The BlackBerry Employee Benefits programs offer a wide range of benefits that support your physical, financial and personal well-being. BlackBerry remains committed to offering affordable benefits including coverage for medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, retirement, employee share purchase program and paid-time-off to those that meet the eligibility requirements. Disclosure of Position Status: This is an active opening. We are seeking to fill this position immediately Disclosure of Artificial Intelligence: We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants at any stage of our recruitment process. All applications are reviewed and evaluated by our hiring team. Over the past 35 years, QNX software, a subsidiary of BlackBerry has become a big part of everyday life. People encounter QNX-controlled systems whenever they drive, shop, watch TV, use the Internet, or even turn on a light. Its ultra-reliable nature means QNX software is the preferred choice for life-critical systems such as air traffic control systems, surgical equipment, and nuclear power plants. And its cool multimedia features have QNX software turning up in everything from in-dash radios, infotainment systems to the latest casino gaming terminals and most recently we are making headlines in the world of autonomous vehicles. If you want your career to switch gears, then you couldn’t choose a more exciting time to consider joining us! BlackBerry provides enterprises and governments the intelligent software and services to power the world around us. Based in Waterloo, Ontario, BlackBerry’s high-performance foundational software enables major automakers and industrial giants alike to unlock transformative applications, drive new revenue streams and launch innovative business models, all without sacrificing safety, security or reliability. And with our deep heritage in Secure Communications, BlackBerry delivers operational resiliency with a comprehensive, highly secure and extensively certified portfolio for mobile fortification, mission-critical communications and critical event management. ©2026 BlackBerry. All right reserved. BlackBerry® and related trademarks, names, and logos are the property of BlackBerry Limited and are registered and/or used in the U.S. and countries around the world. It is the policy of BlackBerry to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship, status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law. EEO Minorities/Females/Protected Veteran Disabled BlackBerry strives to create an accessible and inclusive application and selection process and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to job applicants who may require provisions to participate in the selection process. Should you require an accommodation, please contact recruitment@blackberry.com or contact our HR department by calling 1-519-888-7465. We will reply to your request as soon as possible. Federal Employment Law Posters: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Employee Polygraph Protection Act FMLA Federal Contractor Postings: E-Verify Right to Work Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Minimum Wage HELPFUL LINKS: Contact Us Application Process Careers FAQ RETURN TO JOB POSTINGS
Not the right fit? Search for QNX Technical Writer jobs in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
About BlackBerry QNX
QNX® provides the trusted foundation that software-defined and physical AI systems depend on to operate safely and predictably in the real world. For nearly half a century, QNX has powered safety-critical applications where failure is not an option. The business leads the way in delivering safe and secure operating systems, hypervisors, middleware, solutions, and development tools, along with support and services delivered by trusted embedded software experts. QNX technology has been deployed in the world’s most critical embedded systems, including more than 275 million vehicles on the road today. QNX software is trusted across industries, including automotive, medical devices, industrial controls, robotics, commercial vehicles, rail, and aerospace and defense. Founded in 1980, QNX is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada. Learn more at qnx.com.