Low-Power Wireless SoC Architect

EM Microelectronic; Marin-Epagnier; Vor Ort; CHF 190.000 - 240.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

EM Microelectronic, a Swiss semiconductor company, is seeking a Principal Wireless SoC Architect to define and drive next-generation ultra-low-power wireless SoCs from concept to production. You will lead global cross-functional teams across RF, analog, digital, and software domains to optimize power, performance, and cost.

The role requires 15+ years in wireless SoC/RF CMOS design with a proven track record bringing low-power RF SoCs to production, and strong expertise in wireless architectures

Qualifikationen

• 15+ years experience in wireless SoC / RF CMOS design.
• Proven track record bringing low-power RF SoCs to production.
• Strong expertise in wireless architectures, system design, and RF integration.

Aufgaben

• Define end-to-end SoC architecture and system partitioning.
• Lead cross-functional technical alignment across RF, analog, digital, and software domains.
• Drive system-level optimization including power, performance, and cost.
• Oversee SoC integration including package and PCB considerations.
• Contribute to product roadmap, competitive benchmarking, and technology strategy.
• Support development lifecycle from requirements through validation and qualification.
• Communicate architectural decisions clearly to stakeholders.

Kenntnisse

Cross-functional leadership

System-level influence

Structured problem-solving

Ownership mindset

Multicultural collaboration

Ausbildung

MSc/PhD in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Jobbeschreibung

The Company

EM Microelectronic, part of the Swatch Group, is a Swiss semiconductor company specializing in ultra-low-power integrated circuits for IoT, consumer, industrial, automotive, and medical markets. The company operates in a global, collaborative environment and delivers high-performance, energy-efficient wireless SoC solutions.

EM Microelectronic, part of the Swatch Group, is a Swiss semiconductor company specializing in ultra-low-power integrated circuits for IoT, consumer, industrial, automotive, and medical markets. The company operates in a global, collaborative environment and delivers high-performance, energy-efficient wireless SoC solutions.

This role does not offer any hybrid/remote work possibility.

Job Description

The Principal Wireless SoC Architect defines and drives the architecture of our next-generation low-power wireless SoCs, ensuring optimal system performance from concept to production. The role combines deep technical expertise with strong cross-functional leadership across global teams.

You get the opportunity to define next-generation wireless SoC platforms and work with global teams on innovative semiconductor solutions in high-growth markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Define end-to-end SoC architecture and system partitioning
• Lead cross-functional technical alignment across RF, analog, digital, and software domains
• Drive system-level optimization including power, performance, and cost
• Oversee SoC integration including package and PCB considerations
• Contribute to product roadmap, competitive benchmarking, and technology strategy
• Support development lifecycle from requirements through validation and qualification
• Communicate architectural decisions clearly to stakeholders

Profile

Key Competencies

• Strong communication and cross-functional leadership
• Ability to influence technical decisions at system level
• Structured problem-solving and trade-off analysis
• High motivation and ownership mindset
• Ability to work in multicultural environments

Professional Requirements

Required Qualifications

• MSc/PhD in Electrical or Computer Engineering
• 15+ years experience in wireless SoC / RF CMOS design
• Proven track record bringing low-power RF SoCs to production
• Strong expertise in wireless architectures, system design, and RF integration

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Bluetooth LE or similar protocols
• Knowledge of advanced nodes (≤22nm) and ultra-low voltage design
• Experience with automotive or medical standards
• French language skills (asset)

Languages

• Fluent in English, French would be a great asset