Microchip Technology

Principal Engineer-Communication Systems

Microchip Technology$75K — $232K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering with 8+ years in wireless PHY systems.
  • Strong background in signal processing and communication theory.
  • Proficient in MATLAB, C/C++, and cycle-true programming.
  • Experience in modem and digital front-end block design.
  • Familiarity with IC design and RFIC calibration testing.
  • Knowledge of Wi-Fi or Bluetooth PHY layer standards is advantageous.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with RF/Analog, Digital, Validation, and Software teams for chip testing and troubleshooting.
  • Simulate communication systems and engage in digital block design.
  • Contribute to RFIP design regarding block specifications and controls.
  • Design and simulate physical layer components for wireless systems.
  • Develop system models for performance evaluation and design optimization.
  • Create module specifications in collaboration with RF/Analog design team.
  • Implement algorithms and digital modules with the digital design team.

Benefits

  • Health benefits starting from day one.
  • Retirement savings plans and industry-leading ESPP program with a 2-year look back feature.
  • Restricted stock units and quarterly bonus payments provided.
  • Comprehensive total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry.
Full Job Description
Job Description:

Job Role
We are seeking a Communications Systems Design Engineer with a strong background in communication theory and signal processing. The successful candidate will join our Wireless Systems Group in Irvine and as a senior member of the team, will be responsible for the systems design and implementation of physical layer algorithms for low power Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and Sub-GHz wireless products. You will be working with a cross-functional global team in a collaborative environment that we take pride in. You will thrive on complex technical challenges and be personally motivated to provide the best solution to challenging problems.

Responsibilities

  • Working closely with RF/Analog, Digital, Validation and Software teams for bringing-up, testing and troubleshooting of test chips and SOC's
  • Simulate communication systems and participate in digital block design
  • Participate in RFIP design regarding block specs & controls
  • Design and simulation of the physical layer of wireless communication systems
  • Development of system models for performance evaluation, optimization and to guide design trade-offs
  • Working with the RF/Analog design team to develop module specifications
  • Working with the digital design team to implement algorithms and digital modules
  • Working with RF/Analog, digital and validation teams to bring-up, test and trouble-shoot test chips and SoC's
  • Documentation and development of design and test plans
  • Bring up communication systems in lab
  • Test and debug communication systems
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements/Qualifications:

Requirements

  • Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering with 8+ years of relevant experience in wireless PHY systems design and implementation.
  • Strong background in signal processing and communication theory
  • Experience in MATLAB, C/C++ and fixed-point/cycle-true programming and simulation
  • Experience on Modem and digital front-end blocks design
  • Experience in IC design, RFIC calibration and testing
  • Experience in Wi-Fi or Bluetooth PHY layer standard is a great advantage
  • A team player; able to identify and resolve technical and schedule issues with team members. Team management skills would be an advantage.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present technical materials effectively and produce good quality engineering documentation.

Travel Time:

0% - 25%

Physical Attributes:

Feeling, Hearing, Other, Seeing, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around Others

Physical Requirements:

80% Sitting, 10% walking, 10% Standing

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 the US, is $75,000-$232,000.*

*Range is dependent on numerous factors including job location, skills and experience.

About Microchip Technology

Microchip Technology is an American semiconductor company headquartered in Chandler, Arizona. The company was founded in 1989 and has been providing microcontroller and analog semiconductors for over 30 years. Microchip Technology operates in over 100 locations in 70 countries and has more than 18,000 employees worldwide. The company's products include microcontrollers, memory, and other analog and mixed-signal products. Microchip Technology's mission is to provide innovative solutions for a wide range of applications, including automotive, industrial, and consumer electronics.
Learn more about Microchip Technology
Size
21,000 employees
Market Cap
$37.9 billion
Industry
Net Income
$333.3 million
Founded
1989
5 Year Trend
+14.9%
Revenue
$5.2 billion
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