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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 ; we affectionately refer to it as the 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 without a great team dedicated to empowering innovation. People like you.
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Job Description 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 Technical Staff Embedded Systems Software Engineer to join our Development team in either San Jose, CA or Santa Rosa, CA. The successful candidate will be responsible for working on platform and technology building blocks for our network timing and synchronization range of products. 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.
Troubleshoot, analyze, and resolve technical problems as they arise.
Create and maintain custom Ethernet drivers tailored to specific requirements.
Prepare design documentation and functional specifications for new software modules.
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
Requirements / Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, or a related field, with a minimum of 12 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
Skilled in Linux Ethernet device driver 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.
Proficient in C programming and shell scripts
Strong debugging skills using tools such as GDB, and Lauterbach.
Experience in Yocto framework
Preferred Qualifications
Familiar with QorIQ Layerscape family of processors.
Familiar with PCI Express controllers and bus specifications.
Travel Time 0% - 25%
Physical Attributes Feeling, Hearing, Other, Seeing, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around Others
Physical Requirements 10% walking, 10% standing, 80% sitting; 100% in doors; Usual business hours
Pay Range 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. 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 : The annual base salary range for this position, which could be performed in California, is $88,000 - $232,000.
Legal and Equal Opportunity Statement Microchip Technology Inc is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to the .
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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 ; we affectionately refer to it as the 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 without a great team dedicated to empowering innovation. People like you.
Visit our page to see what exciting opportunities and company await!
Job Description 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 Technical Staff Embedded Systems Software Engineer to join our Development team in either San Jose, CA or Santa Rosa, CA. The successful candidate will be responsible for working on platform and technology building blocks for our network timing and synchronization range of products. 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.
Troubleshoot, analyze, and resolve technical problems as they arise.
Create and maintain custom Ethernet drivers tailored to specific requirements.
Prepare design documentation and functional specifications for new software modules.
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
Requirements / Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, or a related field, with a minimum of 12 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
Skilled in Linux Ethernet device driver 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.
Proficient in C programming and shell scripts
Strong debugging skills using tools such as GDB, and Lauterbach.
Experience in Yocto framework
Preferred Qualifications
Familiar with QorIQ Layerscape family of processors.
Familiar with PCI Express controllers and bus specifications.
Travel Time 0% - 25%
Physical Attributes Feeling, Hearing, Other, Seeing, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around Others
Physical Requirements 10% walking, 10% standing, 80% sitting; 100% in doors; Usual business hours
Pay Range 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. 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 : The annual base salary range for this position, which could be performed in California, is $88,000 - $232,000.
Legal and Equal Opportunity Statement Microchip Technology Inc is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to the .
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