Senior Technical Staff Engineer - Architect (SoC)

Responsibilities

• Define the architecture of complex Bluetooth, UWB, and Wi-Fi SoC solutions, including core selection, memory subsystems, power management, and security.
• Own peripheral architecture, including programming models, interfaces, feature sets, and detailed operational behavior.
• Conduct feasibility studies and architectural trade-off analyses to meet target market cost and feature requirements.
• Drive product innovation and present product vision, features, and cost considerations to leadership and customers.
• Define architectures that support functional safety (ISO 26262) and cybersecurity (ISO 21434).
• Partner with cross-functional teams including marketing, design, applications, verification, and firmware from concept through tape-out.
• Collaborate with IP vendors and internal stakeholders to align technical requirements and project roadmaps.
• Apply AI-driven and automation techniques to improve design quality and efficiency.

Requirements

• 15+ years of industry experience in wireless technology design and/or architecture roles.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven expertise in microarchitecture, microcontroller development, and wireless product implementation.
• Strong knowledge of BLE, UWB, and Wi-Fi communication principles and standards.
• Deep familiarity with ARM and RISC core architectures.
• Solid understanding of low-power design and power/analog subsystems.
• Comprehensive understanding of the microcontroller development lifecycle, including pre-silicon and post-silicon validation.
• Proven track record of working with geographically distributed teams.
• Familiarity with functional safety (FuSa) and cybersecurity standards for embedded products.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in computer engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field.
• Experience with industry-leading SoC EDA tools and flows.
• Knowledge of security features and related design principles.
• Background in validation methodologies, including debugging on FPGA and silicon IC boards.

About the Company

Microchip Technology Inc. is a leading semiconductor company that provides solutions for various industries. We offer an atmosphere of trust, empowerment, and diversity, supporting career growth through our nationally-recognized Leadership Passage Programs. We are dedicated to empowering innovation and helping design the technology that runs the world.