Engineering Director-Firmware & Systems

Skyworks Solutions, Inc; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 162,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Skyworks Solutions, Inc in San Jose seeks an Engineering Director for Firmware & Systems to lead the wireless engineering team feeding multiple BUs. You will drive system architecture, oversee firmware & software development, and collaborate with senior leadership on new product introductions.

The ideal candidate has 20+ years in wireless software/firmware leadership, hands-on MAC/IEEE802.11 and networking experience, plus hardware bring-up and on‑chip debug.

Qualifications

• BS EE required, MS EE preferred.
• 20+ years leading software/firmware teams in wireless.
• Strong hands-on with MAC protocols (IEEE802.11, BT, Cellular) and networking.
• Experience with hardware bring-up and on-chip debugging.
• Experience leading development on RISC-V and DSP environments.

Responsibilities

• Drive the system architecture and design for the wireless platform.
• Lead the software/firmware design and development across US and India locations.
• Work closely with senior leadership to plan new product introductions into market.
• Innovate new communications methods on top of unlicensed (ISM) bands.
• Drive system wide improvement from FEMs to Upper layer software.

Skills

MAC protocols (IEEE802.11)

Networking protocols

Hardware bring-up

Inter-processor communication

Leadership of software/firmware teams

RISC-V

DSP environment

Wireless technologies

Education

BS Electrical Engineering

MS Electrical Engineering

Tools

RISC-V

DSP

On-chip debugging

Peripheral interfaces (I2C, SPI, UART, USB, PCIE)

Job description

Engineering Director-Firmware & Systems

Posting Start Date: 10/19/26

Job Location(s): San Jose

If you are looking for a challenging and exciting career in the world of technology, then look no further. Skyworks is an innovator of high-performance analog semiconductors whose solutions are powering the wireless networking revolution.Through our broad technology expertise and one of the most extensive product portfolios in the industry, we are Connecting Everyone and Everything, All the Time.

At Skyworks, you will find a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on global collaboration, minimal layers of management, and the freedom to make meaningful contributions in a setting that encourages creative thinking. We are excited about the opportunity to work with you and glad you want to be part of a team of talented individuals who together are changing the way the world communicates.

Requisition ID:78672

Skyworks is seeking a Director of Engineering (Firmware & Systems) to lead its wireless engineering team feeding into multiple business units (Connected Edge Solutions BU, Audio & Gaming BU). These BUs are focused on creating products that require reliable and resilient wireless communications and ultra-low latency lossless audio transport. While the role entails managing a team across geographies, there is need to wear a technical architect role driving this product architecture and design at firmware, hardware and systems level. The ideal individual should have prior experience in system architecture, inter-processor communication techniques, device drivers and deep knowledge of wireless MAC and PHY protocols in ISM band. Knowledge of IEEE802.11 family of standards (PHY and up) and Cellular/5G (Access Stratum) is a big plus.

Responsibilities

• Drive the system architecture and design for the wireless platform
• Lead the software/firmware design and development across US and India locations
• Work closely with senior leadership to plan new product introductions into market
• Innovate new communications methods on top of unlicensed (ISM) bands
• Drive system wide improvement from FEMs to Upper layer software

Required Experience and Skills

• BS EE required, MSEE preferred
• 20+ years of experience building, developing, and leading high-performing software/firmware teams in wireless technology
• Strong hands-on experience with MAC protocols (IEEE802.11, BT, Cellular) is necessary
• Strong hands-on experience with Networking protocols is necessary
• Experience with hardware bring-up and validationand on-chip debug
• Leading team through development on RISC-V and DSP environment

Desired Experience and Skills

• Working knowledge of peripherals (e.g., I2C, SPI, UART, USB, PCIE) and other BSP drivers (e.g., Secure boot, GPIOs, Debug)
• Baseband PHY algorithms and optimizations
• Conceptual understanding of data converters and RF signal chains
• Knowledge of mesh and star network protocols

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The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is currently USD$161,600 -$349,700 per year. Starting base pay will depend on relevant experience and skills, training and education, business needs, market demands, the ultimate job duties and requirements, and work location. Skyworks has different base pay ranges for different work locations in the U.S. Benefits include access to healthcare benefits (including a premium-free medical plan option), a 401(k) plan and company match, an employee stock purchase plan, paid time off (including vacation, sick/wellness, parental leave), among others. Employees are eligible to participate in an incentive plan, and certain roles are also eligible for additional awards, including recognition and stock. These incentives and awards are based on individual and/or company performance.

Skyworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Skyworks strives to create an accessible workplace; if you need an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [e-mail].