Staff Field Applications Engineering
Silicon Labs•San Jose, CA
•Hybrid
About The Position
The Field Applications Engineer (FAE) role is one of the most dynamic and rewarding opportunities for an enthusiastic engineer. It offers variety in day-to-day tasks and the chance to support top-tier customers in deploying our chips and software. FAEs gain early access to cutting-edge technologies and work on products before they reach the market.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Electronics, Software, or related field, or equivalent training.
- 10+ years in embedded design or 5+ years as a Field Applications Engineer.
- Deep experience with Bluetooth Low Energy, Wi-Fi, and 802.15.4.
- Strong skills in problem-solving, communication, and collaboration.
- Proficiency in Embedded Software development, C programming, compilers, and IDEs.
- Experience with MCU development (ADC, I2C, SPI, UART, Bootloaders).
Nice To Haves
- Experience with BLE, Zigbee, Thread, Z-Wave, LoRa, RF design, compliance testing, Bluetooth/Wi-Fi certification, Secure Element, Secure Boot, TCP-IP, Wi-Fi coexistence, Linux, and Python.
- Strong understanding of IoT applications.
- Willingness to travel within the Bay Area.
Responsibilities
- Provide technical support and collaborate with sales to address customer needs.
- Deliver technical presentations, demos, and assist with wireless solution design.
- Troubleshoot wireless technology issues and communicate customer requirements to the Business Unit.
- Host internal/external trainings and webinars.
- Build relationships with key technology customers.
- Prepare and present content to customers and internal teams.
- Travel regularly within the region to support performance and engagement.
- Maintain high standards in communication, conduct, and execution.
- Analyze diverse issues and manage schedules and performance metrics.
- Perform other duties as required.
Benefits
- Great medical (Choice of PPO or Consumer Driven Health Plan with HSA), dental and vision plans
- Highly competitive salary
- 401k plan with match and Roth plan option
- Equity rewards (RSUs)
- Life/AD&D and disability coverage
- Flexible spending accounts
- Adoption assistance
- Back-Up childcare
- Commuter benefits
- Legal benefits
- Pet insurance
- Flexible PTO schedule
- 3 paid volunteer days per year
- Charitable contribution match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Free snacks
- Monthly company updates with our CEO
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
