Field Application Engineer - Microcontrollers

NXP Semiconductors NV; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

NXP Semiconductors NV in the United States is seeking an experienced engineer for the Microcontroller Customer Application Support team. You will engage with a broad range of MCU customers to support deployment of silicon technology into next-generation vehicles, delivering embedded software and firmware solutions.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration with R&D, marketing, and sales to meet customer objectives, plus opportunities for ongoing training and career growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical/computer engineering or related field.
• Experience with real-time embedded software and firmware development.
• Knowledge of typical SoC hardware interfaces (Ethernet, MIPI, SDIO, LPDDR3/4, SPI, USB, UART, I2C).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Embed software development and cross-functional system solution presentation.
• Software bring-up, bench build, porting, and design reviews.
• Identify issues and drive root-cause resolution with customers and partners.
• Manage cross-functional enterprise plans to timely completion.
• Provide training for products within scope and contribute to product feedback.
• Collaborate with FAE, R&D, marketing and sales to meet objectives.

Skills

C and C++

Embedded firmware development

SoC interfaces (Ethernet, MIPI, SDIO,

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or Equivalent

Job description

AI is rapidly moving beyond research labs and into the real world—powering advancements in vehicles, factories, hospitals, homes, and everyday devices. NXP's Global Sales organization is the force that transforms our intelligent edge vision into meaningful market impact. We operate on the front lines of innovation, delivering real-world AI, secure edge intelligence, and breakthrough technologies to the customers shaping tomorrow's world. As a strategic partner at the intersection of customer ambition and NXP capability, our global sales team drives alignment, opens new markets, and builds the relationships that lead to design wins and revenue growth. Through deep market insight and long-term collaboration, we embed customer-centricity into every decision and help accelerate innovation at the system-solution level. This disciplined, client-first mindset enables us to architect integrated, future-ready solutions that deliver sustained value and strengthen NXP's competitive advantage. We thrive in a high-performance, high-ownership environment—competing boldly, executing with urgency, and celebrating results. If you want to win big, grow fast, and work with the customers building what's next, NXP Global Sales is where ambition becomes achievement.

What to Expect

Join us to help build the next generation of smart, sustainable vehicles-your work will directly influence how millions experience mobility! We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced engineer to join our Microcontroller Customer Application Support team! You will serve in the critical capacity of engaging with a broad range of microcontroller customers to support deployment of the latest silicon technology into the next generation of vehicles. You will join a diverse, passionate team that values creativity, open communication, and having fun while solving tough problems together developing leading-edge software & hardware solutions.

Your Role

• Embedded software development expertise Independent development and presentation of cross-functional system solutions including concepts, silicon design and validation plans designed to meet customer needs
• Opportunity identification, software bring-up, bench build, software porting, custom pre-development, schematic & PCB design reviews
• Issue root cause identification and driving resolution cross-functionally within the company and with customers as well as supply base partners
• Disciplined project management of cross-functional enterprise plans to completion on time in accordance with customer expectations
• Customer & NXP colleague technical training for products within scope of responsibility
• Product Development Feedback: you will provide valuable guidance to NXP's engineering and product development teams, influencing the design of future product offerings
• Training and Development: you will have access to ongoing training, mentorship from industry leaders, and opportunities to work on projects that push the boundaries of microcontroller innovation.
• Collaboration: you will build long-term relationships with FAE colleagues as well as other disciplines within the company including R&D, marketing, and sales as you work together to accomplish customer objectives

Core Requirements

• Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or Equivalent
• Minimum 5 years development engineering or applications support of microcontroller based embedded systems
• Experience with C and C++ and a record of developing embedded firmware Demonstrated knowledge of typical SoC hardware interfaces (Ethernet, MIPI, SDIO, LP DDR3/4, Quad/Octal SPI, USB2.0/3.0, UART, SPI, I2C)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to present complex technical information to both technical and nontechnical audiences, and strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to personally troubleshoot technical issues, analyze data and schematics, and develop effective solutions
• Willing to travel (up to 25%, mostly within California and Michigan)

Bonus Skills

• Knowledge of ARM Cortex processors
• Experience using Real-Time OS systems: SafeRTOS, FreeRTOS and Zephyr
• Firsthand knowledge of graphics and video subsystems and related software drivers
• Experience in microcontroller electronics & software development
• Experience as a Field Application Engineer

More information about NXP in the United States...

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