Senior Engineer I-Applications

Microchip Technology Inc. • Chandler, AZ

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About The Position

Develop, test, and validate embedded software solutions for Microchip 8-bit and 32-bit microcontrollers using C/C++. Define and drive early Application Specific Software Products from concept through implementation readiness. Embed secure-by-design methodologies and ensure alignment with the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) and industry security standards. Collaborate with corporate QA and Functional Safety (FuSa) experts to ensure compliance with ASPICE and functional safety standards, such as ASPICE-L3 and ISO 26262, or equivalent quality assurance requirements. Work cross-functionally with silicon design, system architecture, firmware, and security teams to support cohesive architectural decisions. Support trade-off analysis covering performance, power, safety, and security; participate in technical reviews, risk assessments, and test planning; and contribute to documentation, specifications, and design guidelines.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in embedded systems development, semiconductor or electronic product development, or a related field.
• Hands-on programming experience in C/C++ and Python, with the ability to write production-quality or prototype-level code.
• Strong experience in microcontrollers and Application Specific Software Products.
• Ability to work effectively in cross-disciplinary, fast-paced environments.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence technical direction across teams.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or a related field.
• Proven knowledge of secure-by-design concepts, threat modeling, and hardware security fundamentals.
• Hands-on experience or strong understanding of Functional Safety (FuSa) requirements and standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and validate embedded software solutions for Microchip 8-bit and 32-bit microcontrollers using C/C++.
• Define and drive early Application Specific Software Products from concept through implementation readiness.
• Embed secure-by-design methodologies and align solutions with the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) and industry security standards.
• Collaborate with corporate QA and Functional Safety (FuSa) experts on compliance with ASPICE and functional safety standards, such as ASPICE-L3 and ISO 26262, or equivalent quality assurance requirements.
• Work cross-functionally with silicon design, system architecture, firmware, and security teams to support cohesive architectural decisions.
• Support architectural trade-off analysis covering performance, power, safety, and security.
• Participate in technical reviews, risk assessments, and test planning.
• Contribute to documentation, specifications, and design guidelines.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior