Senior Embedded SW Developer – Physical Interface Focus

Microchip Technology Inc.; Herlev Kommune; On-site; DKK 750,000 - 980,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Healthcare

Stock options

Job summary

Microchip Denmark is seeking a seasoned embedded software engineer to develop OS-agnostic C APIs for physical Ethernet interfaces. You will work closely with cross-functional teams designing chips, testing, and supporting automotive and industrial applications.

The role focuses on driver development for PHY/SerDes and associated switch components, with MISRA, ASPICE, and ISO 26262 considerations, in a regulated environment. Join a global, growth-driven company offering diverse opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proficient in C with embedded software development.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain OS-agnostic C APIs for physical network interfaces.
• Bring up and tune a variety of interfaces from 10 Mbit MII to high-speed Ethernet SerDes (1G-25G).
• Understand and implement PCS and MAC layer functionality from a software driver perspective.
• Develop and maintain PHY drivers for Ethernet standards including 1000BASE-T, 1000BASE-T1, 10BASE-T1S.
• Contribute to the associated switch driver as well.
• Write MISRA-compliant C code in accordance with ASPICE and automotive safety standards.
• Contribute to the automated testing infrastructure and help maintain test platforms.

Skills

C programming

Embedded software

English communication

Team collaboration

Education

Relevant education

Tools

Git

MISRA

ASPICE

ISO 26262

IEC 62443

Linux

Job description

Are you looking for a unique opportunity to be a part of something great? Want to join a 17,000-member team that works on the technology that powers the world around us? Looking for an atmosphere of trust, empowerment, respect, diversity, and communication? How about an opportunity to own a piece of a multi-billion dollar (with a B!) global organization? We offer all that and more at Microchip Technology Inc.

People 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 Vision, Mission, and 11 Guiding Values; 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 30 years of quarterly profitability without a great team dedicated to empowering innovation. People like you.

Job Description

Are you passionate about embedded software and eager to develop drivers that enable physical/electrical network interfaces? Do you thrive when creating software for automotive and other safety-critical industries, and enjoy working close to the hardware? Microchip Denmark is looking for a new colleague to join our local software team, focusing on OS-agnostic C-API products that interface directly with the physical Ethernet layers.

You will be part of a highly skilled team working closely with cross-functional groups designing chips, testing them, and supporting customers. Your work will directly impact the performance and reliability of Ethernet interfaces used in automotive and industrial applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain OS-agnostic C APIs for physical network interfaces.
• Bring up and tune a variety of interfaces, ranging from 10 Mbit MII to high-speed Ethernet SerDes interfaces (1G-25G).
• Understand and implement PCS and MAC layer functionality from a software driver perspective.
• Develop and maintain PHY drivers for various Ethernet standards including 1000BASE-T, 1000BASE-T1, 10BASE-T1S, etc.
• Contribute to the associated switch driver as well.
• Write MISRA-compliant C code in accordance with ASPICE and automotive safety standards.
• Contribute to the automated testing infrastructure and help maintain test platforms.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Proficient in C with experience in embedded software development.
• Experience or strong interest in physical Ethernet layers and interface standards.
• Comfortable working in a regulated environment with safety and quality standards.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a cross-functional team.
• Good English communication skills - written and oral.
• Relevant education and 5 or more years of applicable experience.

Additional Skills

• Experience with Ethernet switch SoCs and PHYs.
• Knowledge of the IEEE 802.1Q standard and basic L2 forwarding.
• Familiarity with GIT, MISRA, ASPICE, ISO 26262, and IEC 62443.
• Experience with standardization bodies or industry consortia.
• Some experience with Linux user-space, Linux kernel-space, Ruby, and/or CMake.

What We Offer

• A key role in a team developing cutting-edge Ethernet technologies.
• Access to experts in chip design, network technologies, and standards.
• International work environment with travel opportunities.
• Informal and pleasant office culture with meals and snacks provided.
• Competitive compensation and benefits including pension, healthcare, and stock options.

Travel Time

0% - 25%