Principal Applications Engineer

Are you looking for a unique opportunity to be a part of something great? Want to join a 17,000-member team that works on the technology that powers the world around us? Looking for an atmosphere of trust, empowerment, respect, diversity, and communication? How about an opportunity to own a piece of a multi-billion dollar (with a B!) global organization? We offer all that and more at Microchip Technology Inc. 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. They are challenged and driven by an incredible array of products and solutions with unlimited career potential. Microchip’s nationally-recognized Leadership Passage Programs support career growth where we proudly enroll over a thousand people annually. We take pride in our commitment to employee development, values-based decision making, and strong sense of community, driven by our Vision, Mission, and 11 Guiding Values; we affectionately refer to it as the Aggregate System and it’s won us countless awards for diversity and workplace excellence. Our company is built by dedicated team players who love to challenge the status quo; we did not achieve record revenue and over 30 years of quarterly profitability without a great team dedicated to empowering innovation. People like you. Visit our careers page to see what exciting opportunities and company perks await! Job Description: This role will be part of Microchip’s Security Computer Group (SCG) Applications Engineering team and will work closely with the teams in Taipei and Hauppauge, New York. The engineer will support microprocessor-based products used in tablets, desktops, notebooks, and embedded systems. In this role, you will contribute to all phases of applications development and deployment, including understanding product functions from design specifications, developing software and/or hardware to evaluate device functionality, and supporting customers in deploying product features. You will work closely with architects, designers, validation engineers, and customer-facing teams including marketing, sales, and FAEs. Job Responsibilities Develop low-level MCU firmware modules, real-time kernel components, and host applications/utilities Support customers in deploying SCG products Prepare technical documentation such as Application Notes, Design Guides, and User Manuals Assist in the design and support of customer-facing evaluation boards, including schematic review, layout input, and fabrication support Train and support FAEs and customers Support sales and marketing efforts, including creating demos and proof-of-concept platforms Requirements/Qualifications: Job Requirements Proficiency in C and/or C++ Strong understanding of embedded microprocessor design and internal architecture Knowledge of PC hardware architecture, I/O subsystems, address decoding, programmable peripheral ICs, and keyboard controllers Proficiency in developing and debugging embedded microcontroller firmware Strong hardware/software integration skills and practical lab experience Hands-on experience with oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and other lab equipment Familiarity with Zephyr RTOS Familiarity with Cryptography Self-motivated, project-oriented, and able to work effectively in cross-functional teams Strong interpersonal and communication skills Willingness and ability to understand and apply industry-standard specifications such as eSPI, LPC, QSPI, I2C/SMBus, I3C, USB, MCTP, PECI, PCI, cryptographic security functions, and CAN Qualifications Bachelor's degree or above in Electrical Engineering or equivalent technical discipline. 10 years of relevant industry experience Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across cross-functional and global teams. Fluent in Japanese (JLPT N1 certification or equivalent) and good English skills (TOEIC 750 or higher) Willingness to travel as required to support customers, projects, and business objectives. Travel Time: 0% - 25% To all recruitment agencies: Microchip Technology Inc. does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our recruiting team or other Microchip employees. Microchip is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. At Microchip, employees are our greatest strength. As one of the top performing semiconductor companies in the world, we are led by a set of guiding values and a mission to empower innovation to enhance the human experience. We work tirelessly to create a company culture that highlights how important every employee is to our mission. Microchip Recruitment Privacy Notice Recruitment Scam Alert Microchip will never: Request banking or payment information during the application or interview process. 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