System and Application Engineer F/M

NXP Semiconductors NV; Sicilia; On-site; EUR 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

NXP Semiconductors NV in Italy is seeking an Analog Front-End Engineer to develop, characterize, and validate AFE subsystems for next-generation products. You will work closely with analog and digital designers, validating designs through bench measurements and data analysis.

The role emphasizes test automation, Python/C/C++ software, and firmware support to control or characterize AFE test setups within a collaborative, cross-functional team.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in analog circuit design and lab characterization.
• Experience with bench measurements and test automation.
• Ability to write and maintain scripts in Python or C/C++ for data acquisition and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Perform bench measurements of AFE circuits using oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, SMUs, AWGs, and DMMs.
• Execute test plans, analyze measurement results, and support debug of silicon issues.
• Develop scripts for automating lab setups and data acquisition.
• Implement test automation, data processing, and analysis software using Python or C/C++.
• Contribute to firmware or embedded software used to control or characterize the AFE.

Skills

Analog circuit fundamentals

Software skills (Python/C++)

Lab problem solving

Analytical thinking

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Spectrum analyzers

Network analyzers

SMUs

AWGs

DMMs

Python

C/C++

Job description

System and Application Engineer position.

We are hiring an Analog Front-End (AFE) Engineer with a solid foundation in analog circuit and strong complementary software skills. In this role, you will contribute to the development, characterization, and validation of AFE subsystems for next‑generation products.

Lab Characterization & Validation

• Perform bench measurements of AFE circuits using oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, SMUs, AWGs, and DMMs.
• Execute test plans, analyze measurement results, and support debug of silicon issues.
• Develop scripts for automating lab setups and data acquisition.

Software & Firmware Support

• Implement test automation, data processing, and analysis software using Python or C/C++.
• Contribute to firmware or embedded software used to control or characterize the AFE (MCU/SOC environments).
• Develop tools to visualize, analyze, and post-process large data sets from simulations or lab runs.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with analog designers, digital designers, systems engineers, and validation teams.
• Prepare clear technical documentation, reports, and presentations.
• Participate in design reviews, bring‑ups, and requirements discussions.

NXP is committed to equal pay for equal work and work of equal value and applies fair, consistent and transparent remuneration practices.

As of the date of this posting, the estimated gross annual base salary range for this position in Italy is between 38,000 € and 52,300 € annually. This range is intended as a guideline. Actual compensation may vary based on qualifications, experience, skills, and specific business or organizational needs. This position falls under the applicable National Collective Labour Agreement (Metalmeccanica Industria). Where relevant, the total compensation package may also include additional elements such as annual incentive opportunities and/or equity, along with a competitive benefits package.

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