NXP Semiconductors

Field Application Engineer - Microcontrollers

NXP Semiconductors • $90K — $130K *
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or Equivalent
  • Minimum 5 years development engineering or applications support of microcontroller-based embedded systems
  • Experience with C and C++ with a proven record of developing embedded firmware
  • Knowledge of typical SoC hardware interfaces like Ethernet, MIPI, SDIO, LP DDR3/4, and USB
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills for diverse audiences
  • Strong troubleshooting capabilities and analytical skills
  • Willingness to travel up to 25%

Responsibilities

  • Engage with IoT, Industrial, and Healthcare customers to support silicon technology deployment
  • Develop and present cross-functional system solutions addressing customer needs
  • Identify opportunities and manage custom software and hardware development
  • Drive issue resolution across teams within the company and with external partners
  • Provide training to customers and colleagues on product applications
  • Influence future product designs by providing development feedback
  • Build collaborative relationships with colleagues in R&D, marketing and sales

Benefits

  • Access to ongoing training and mentorship from industry leaders
  • Opportunity to work on innovative projects that push technological boundaries
  • Engagement in a diverse team that values creativity and open communication
  • Chances for career advancement and personal development within the company
Full Job Description
What to Expect

Join us to help build the next generation of intelligent devices-your work will directly influence how millions experience the world around us!

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced engineer to join our Customer Application Support team! You will serve in the critical capacity of engaging with a broad range of IoT, Industrial and Healthcare customers to support deployment of the latest silicon technology into the next generation of devices. You will join a diverse, passionate team that values creativity, open communication, and having fun while solving tough problems together developing leading-edge software & hardware solutions.

Your Role
  • Embedded software development expertise
    • Independent development and presentation of cross-functional system solutions including concepts, silicon design and validation plans designed to meet customer needs
    • Opportunity identification, software bring-up, bench build, software porting, custom pre-development, schematic & PCB design reviews
    • Issue root cause identification and driving resolution cross-functionally within the company and with customers as well as supply base partners
    • Disciplined project management of cross-functional enterprise plans to completion on time in accordance with customer expectations
    • Customer & NXP colleague technical training for products within scope of responsibility
  • Product Development Feedback: you will provide valuable guidance to NXP's engineering and product development teams, influencing the design of future product offerings
  • Training and Development: you will have access to ongoing training, mentorship from industry leaders, and opportunities to work on projects that push the boundaries of innovation.
  • Collaboration: you will build long-term relationships with FAE colleagues as well as other disciplines within the company including R&D, marketing, and sales as you work together to accomplish customer objectives


Core Requirements
  • Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or Equivalent
  • Minimum 5 years development engineering or applications support of microcontroller based embedded systems
  • Experience with C and C++ and a record of developing embedded firmware
  • Demonstrated knowledge of typical SoC hardware interfaces (Ethernet, MIPI, SDIO, LP DDR3/4, Quad/Octal SPI, USB, UART, SPI, I2C, I3C)
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to present complex technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences, and strong interpersonal skills
  • Ability to personally troubleshoot technical issues, analyze data and schematics, and develop effective solutions
  • Willing to travel (up to 25%)


Bonus Skills
  • Knowledge of ARM Cortex processors
  • AI model development/deployment
  • Experience in IoT, Healthcare and Industrial electronics and software development
  • Familiarity with security - secure boot, data encryption, lifecycle management
  • Experience using Real-Time OS systems: FreeRTOS and Zephyr
  • Firsthand knowledge of graphics and video subsystems and related software drivers
  • Experience as a Field Application Engineer

About NXP Semiconductors

NXP Semiconductors N.V. is a Dutch semiconductor manufacturer with headquarters in Eindhoven, Netherlands. The company employs approximately 31,000 people in more than 35 countries, including 11,200 engineers in 33 countries. NXP reported revenue of $8.88 billion in 2020. The company's products are used in a wide range of automotive, identification, wireless infrastructure, lighting, industrial, mobile, consumer and computing applications. NXP is the co-inventor of near field communication (NFC) technology along with Sony and supplies NFC chip sets that enable mobile payments, as well as secure access to cars and buildings.
Learn more about NXP Semiconductors
Size
31,000 employees
Market Cap
$39.8 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$52 million
Founded
1953
5 Year Trend
+3.1%
Revenue
$8.6 billion
NASDAQ
NXPI
* Ladders Estimates

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