Engineer I - Software Development (Python/AI)

Responsibilities

• Build Python services, APIs, and data pipelines to collect and transform semiconductor manufacturing data at scale
• Develop and deploy AI/ML models and LLM-based solutions to automate analysis and surface actionable insights
• Design and maintain data infrastructure, including databases, messaging systems, and web platforms
• Collaborate directly with test, yield, and process engineers to translate manufacturing challenges into technical solutions
• Identify automation opportunities using an AI/ML-first mindset
• Maintain clear technical documentation to support team growth and knowledge sharing

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Mathematics, or a related field
• Proficiency in Python with experience building real applications, pipelines, or tooling
• Strong SQL skills, including stored procedures and complex queries across relational databases
• Working familiarity with AI/ML concepts and experience with at least one ML framework (scikit-learn, PyTorch, TensorFlow), LLM APIs, or AI-assisted development tools
• Ability to translate business problems into technical solutions independently

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with LLM-based solutions such as RAG pipelines, prompt engineering, or agent frameworks
• Experience with Docker, container orchestration, and event-driven architectures (Redis, Kafka)
• Proficiency with Git, CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps, Jenkins), and test-driven development
• Knowledge of statistics, data mining, or data visualization techniques
• Familiarity with semiconductor fabrication or testing processes
• Experience with web front-end technologies like JavaScript, React, or Angular

About the Company

Microchip Technology Inc. is a leading semiconductor company that designs and manufactures products that power the world around us. With a global team of over 17,000 members, we foster a culture of trust, empowerment, and innovation. We are committed to employee development and values-based decision-making, helping our people grow alongside our industry-leading technology.