Principal System Engineer

NXP Semiconductors; Caen; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NXP Semiconductors in Caen is looking for a Principal System Engineer responsible for defining and designing the architecture of complex embedded systems. The ideal candidate will have over 12 years of experience in system engineering and proficiency in programming languages such as C, C++, MATLAB, and Python.

This mid-level position will require collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure the development of cutting-edge semiconductor products. The company offers a full-time contract and the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in system engineering, with a focus on embedded systems.
• Proficiency in programming and modeling languages.
• Strong capability in technical communication.

Responsibilities

• Design and define system-level architecture for semiconductor products.
• Conduct system analysis, requirements gathering, and develop specifications.
• Collaborate with teams for seamless integration of system components.
• Lead technical interface with customers.

Skills

System engineering

Programming in C, C++, MATLAB, Python

Wireless communication system design

Control system design

Education

Master's degree or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field

Job description

## Principal System EngineerApplylocations: Caen: Eindhoventime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-10063926**Job Summary** NXP Semiconductors France is seeking a Principal System Engineer to lead the architectural definition, design, and implementation of complex embedded systems, ensuring cutting-edge performance and reliability for our next-generation semiconductor products.The preferred candidate is mid level experienced system engineer with prior work expertise in system engineering, modeling, performance study, etc **Job Responsibilities*** Lead the system-level architecture definition and design for new semiconductor products, encompassing hardware, software, and firmware aspects.* Conduct detailed system analysis, requirements gathering, and specification development, translating product requirements into technical solutions.* Perform feasibility studies, trade-off analyses, and risk assessments for proposed system architectures.* Collaborate closely with hardware, software, and verification teams to ensure seamless integration and validation of system components.* Develop and implement system-level test plans and strategies to ensure robust functionality and performance.* Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.* Act as a key technical interface with customers, understanding their needs and translating them into technical requirements and solutions.* Drive continuous improvement in system engineering processes and methodologies.* Contribute to intellectual property generation through patent disclosures and technical publications.**Job Qualifications*** Master's degree or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.* 12+ years of experience in system engineering, with a strong focus on embedded systems and semiconductor product development.* Excellent written, oral and presentation capability* Individual contributor but works closely with team members from diverse cultures and geographies* Strong expertise in programming and modeling - C, C++, MATLAB, Python,* Sold experience in wireless communication system design, or control system design, DC-DC modeling and performance analysis, jitter modeling* Worked in product specification and development in analog-mixed signal domain