Microchip Technology
Sr Tech Staff Engineer - Software
San Jose, CA, United States · Staff+
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About the role
- Microchip's Frequency and Timing Systems Business Unit is the world's leading source of precise timing and synchronization solutions.
- We are looking for a Senior Technical Staff Embedded Systems Software Engineer to join our Development team in Santa Rosa or San Jose, CA.
- We are seeking an experienced professional with a strong background in embedded systems and the ability to solve complex technical problems.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and optimize scalable software solutions for embedded devices and systems using embedded Linux operating system.
- Develop, customize, and maintain Pre-loader, U-Boot bootloader, and Linux kernel modules to support new hardware platforms and features.
- Design and deliver high-quality Linux kernel drivers for diverse peripherals, ensuring robust hardware-software integration
- Collaborate cross-functionally with hardware engineering, software QA, operations, and global development teams to align on technical strategy, troubleshoot complex issues, and drive project delivery
- Perform board bring-up activities for newly designed hardware.
- Create and maintain custom Ethernet drivers tailored to specific requirements.
- Prepare design documentation and functional specifications for new software modules.
- How about an opportunity to own a piece of a multi-billion dollar (with a B!) global organization?
- People come to work at Microchip because we help design the technology that runs the world.
- They stay because our culture supports their growth and stability.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, or a related field, with a minimum of 15 years of experience developing embedded platform software.
- Hands-on experience with Linux kernel internals and peripheral driver development (Ethernet, Flash, SPI, I²C, UART)
- Expertise in U-Boot bootloader customization and Linux kernel porting across embedded platforms
- Experience with board bring up on ARM based systems.
- Experience in IP protocols and networking software development
- Knowledge of networking technologies including Firewall, Routing, IPv4/IPv6, and VLANs
- Strong understanding of embedded software design on Linux-based systems
- Deep knowledge of OS coding techniques such as processes, threads, interrupts, etc.
- Experience in Yocto framework
Nice to have
- Familiar with QorIQ Layerscape family of processors.
- Familiar with PCI Express controllers and bus specifications.
- U.S. Export Controls
- U.S. Export Controls Requirements: This job requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by the export laws of the United States.
- Candidates are required to provide proof of either US citizenship, Permanent US residency or classification as a protected individual as defined in 8 USC 1324b (a) (3).
- Physical Attributes:
- Feeling, Hearing, Other, Seeing, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around Others
Compensation
- We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry.
- It consists of competitive base pay, restricted stock units, and quarterly bonus payments.
- The annual base salary range for this position, which could be performed in the US, is $91,000 - $232,000.*
- Want to join a 20,000-member team that works on the technology that powers the world around us?
Benefits
- Benefits of working at Microchip
- In addition to these components, our package includes health benefits that begin day one, retirement savings plans, and an industry leading ESPP program with a 2 year look back feature.
- Find more information about all our benefits at the link below:
- Visit our careers page to see what exciting opportunities and company perks await!
Company info
- Are you looking for a unique opportunity to be a part of something great?
- We offer all that and more at Microchip Technology, Inc.
Equal opportunity
- Microchip Technology Inc is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
- equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Candidates are required to provide proof of either US citizenship, Permanent US residency or classification as a protected individual as defined in 8 USC 1324b (a) (3)
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