RISC-V SoC Software Architect - Embedded Systems

Microchip Technology Inc.; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 148,000 - 313,000; Full time

Job summary

Microchip Technology Inc. is seeking a visionary Software Architect to lead the end-to-end design of a scalable software foundation for our next-generation 64-bit RISC-V multi-processor SoC-PIC64, ensuring top-tier reliability for aerospace, defense, and automotive applications.

You will bridge concept to deployment, mentor engineering teams, and help shape the product roadmap while delivering a robust Linux/RTOS platform with Ethernet, PCIe, and security features.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a Software Architect for high-reliability embedded systems.
• Background in Avionics or Automotive with requirements traceability.
• Strong expertise in RTOS, multi-processor systems, and low-level programming.
• Proven ability to mentor teams and communicate with customers.

Responsibilities

• Define end-to-end software architecture for a new RISC-V SoC.
• Establish coding standards and architectural guidelines.
• Lead architecture reviews and mentorship forums.
• Oversee software design, implementation, and verification evidence.
• Collaborate with Marketing and Applications teams on roadmap.

Skills

RTOS

multi-processor architectures

C/C++

Python

Leadership

Tools

Jira

Job description

Microchip Technology Inc. is seeking a visionary Software Architect to lead the end-to-end design of a scalable software foundation for our next-generation 64-bit RISC-V multi-processor SoC-PIC64, ensuring top-tier reliability for aerospace, defense, and automotive applications.

You will bridge concept to deployment, mentor engineering teams, and help shape the product roadmap while delivering a robust Linux/RTOS platform with Ethernet, PCIe, and security features.