Engineer I-Software

Microchip Technology Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 76,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Microchip Technology Inc. Toronto office is seeking an Engineer I-Software to help advance FPGA timing and power analysis tools. You will design, implement, test, and optimize software that supports Microchip's FPGA design flow and performance evaluation capabilities.

The role emphasizes strong C++ foundations, data structures expertise, and collaboration with R&D on evolving FPGA architectures. A bachelor’s or higher degree is required.

Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of C++ and algorithms/data structures.
• Experience with shell scripting languages (Python, Bash, TCL).
• Familiarity with version control systems such as Git, SVN, Perforce or ClearCase.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, debug, and maintain static timing analysis software.
• Model complex digital components and optimize run-time and memory footprint.
• Collaborate on R&D explorations of FPGA architectures and future flows.

Skills

C++ programming

Algorithms & DS

Shell scripting

Education

BS in CS/EE

MS or PhD in CS/CE/EE

Tools

Git

SVN

Perforce

ClearCase

Job description

Engineer I-Software page is loaded## Engineer I-Softwarelocations: Canada - Toronto - 67 Yonge Street (10th Floor)time type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R3783-26People 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 *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 without a great team dedicated to empowering innovation. People like you.Visit our page to see what exciting opportunities and company await!**Job Description:****Vacancy Status**This is an existing job vacancy**Job Description**The **Microchip FPGA Software Engineering team** delivers a comprehensive software suite for designing Microchip's FPGAs and managing the entire design flow from entry, to synthesis, through place-and-route, timing, power analysis, and simulation. Within the Software organization, the Timing, Power, and Modeling group is responsible for developing high-quality and user-friendly software for modeling and evaluating FPGA performance, both for speed and power consumption. These are key sign-off tools, distributed along with the hardware to a wide range of customers and are also used internally for the exploration of new FPGA architectures.We research and implement cutting-edge fast and scalable algorithms with the objective of helping FPGA architects meet the product performance requirements and customers extract the best performance out of these FPGA products. To meet these goals, we draw from a variety of EE, CE, and CS domains, including numerical optimization, linear programming, graph theory, modeling non-linear electronic components, large data processing and machine learning based regression and classification methods.As a member of this R&D team, you will leverage your solid foundations in computer science to develop next generation performance evaluation (timing and power) algorithms. Your work will used by thousands of well-known customers, and your achievements will improve the overall solution, both internally and externally.**Primary Job Responsibilities:**- Design, develop, test, debug, and maintain static timing analysis software- Modeling complex electronic digital components, including high-speed IOs- Developing solutions tailored towards supporting very large graph representation.- Optimizing architecture processing and analysis in terms of run-time and memory footprint.**Secondary Job Responsibilities:**- Integrate some of the capabilities in an internal flow to evaluate future FPGA architectures.- Participate to the R&D exploration activities on advanced topics such as OCV, SSTA, IR Drop- Help with the enforcement of Microchip's Software Development Processes- Perform design reviews, unit testing, and code reviews- Own and sustain product features and provide customer support- Continue learning latest EDA discoveries and contribute to the team discussions**Requirements/Qualifications:****Minimum Qualifications:**- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field- Strong knowledge in C++, as well as a deep understanding of algorithms and data structures- Experience with shell scripting languages (Python, Bash, TCL)**Preferred Qualifications**:- Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field- Experience with source code management systems (Git, SVN, ClearCase, Perforce)- Familiarity/knowledge/experience with any of the following would be a plus: FPGA architectures, Qt, AI-based applications**Travel Time:**0% - 25%**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 IESPP program with a 6-month look back feature. Find more information about all our benefits at the link below:The annual base salary range for this position is $76,000 - $114,000.\\*\\*Range is dependent on numerous factors including job location, skills and experience.**Ontario Accommodation:**Your accessibility is important to us. If you would like to contact us about our website or need help completing the application process, please email us at [e-mail] accordance with applicable laws (including human rights and accessibility legislation in Ontario), accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process. Let us know what type of accommodations you require to help remove barriers so that you can participate throughout the interview process.This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.**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.