Principal Applications Engineer

Monolithic Power Systems, Inc.

$175K — $215K *
Consumer Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of hands-on experience with switch mode power supply designs, focusing on multi-phase core power or isolated topology.
  • Self-motivated with a proactive can-do attitude.
  • Prior work experience in a relevant field is advantageous.
  • Fluent in English with strong communication skills.
  • Excellent writing and presentation skills are essential.
  • Experience in defining power management ICs or power modules is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with design engineers and marketing to define analog IC products in cloud computing power solutions.
  • Design 48V DC/DC module products, covering both isolated and non-isolated topologies.
  • Work closely with customers to provide comprehensive computing power solutions.
  • Create application reference circuits and manage system-level power solutions for server and cloud applications.
  • Write datasheets, design notes, and technical papers to promote MPS's product offerings.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health care coverage including dental and vision.
  • 401(K) plan with company matching contributions.
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP).
  • Up to 11 company paid holidays and 15-20 days of paid time off based on tenure.
  • Generous discretionary bonuses, including for sales positions.
  • Life and disability insurance coverage.
Full Job Description
Job Description:
Job Summary:
  • This is a senior level position in application/system engineering.
  • Responsibilities include defining analog IC and module products, developing and debugging reference circuits internally and with strategic customers, writing datasheets and application/design notes, and providing application support and technical training.


Essential Functions:
  • Work with design engineers, field applications team, and marketing to define analog IC products in DC/DC converters, specifically in cloud computing power solutions for CPU, GPU, ASIC, and SOC.
  • Define and design 48V DC/DC module products, including isolated and non-isolated topologies.
  • Work with customer and field application team to provide total computing power solution.
  • Develop application reference circuits and system level power management solutions for Server and Cloud.
  • Write datasheets, application notes, design notes and papers in magazines and conferences to promote MPS products.


Qualifications/ Requirements:
  • 8+ years of hand-on experience in switch mode power supply designs especially in multi-phase core power design or isolated topology.
  • Self-motivated and can-do attitude.
  • Previous work experience in a plus.
  • Fluent communication skills in English.
  • Excellent writing and presentation skills.
  • Prior experience in defining power management IC or power modules are highly preferred.


Education:
  • MSEE or higher required


Location:

San Jose, CA

MPS offers a comprehensive benefits package. We provide health care coverage, dental and vision, 401(K), Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), up to 11 company paid holidays, and 15- 20 days of paid time off depending on your tenure, generous discretionary company bonuses, and life and disability protection. Employees in sales positions may be eligible for our sales incentive bonuses. Employees in certain positions may be eligible for stock compensation. For more information on MPS' benefits please view our company website at www.monolithicpower.com.

Pay is based on market location and may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education and other job-related reasons. The base salary range for this position in California is $175,000 - $215,000.

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