Lead Automotive Systems Architect (SDV & E/E)

Microchip Technology Inc.; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 140,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Microchip Technology Inc. in Chandler, AZ seeks a senior engineering leader to drive next-generation automotive reference architectures, demonstrators, and customer solutions. You will architect platforms, collaborate with OEMs, and showcase designs at industry events.

With 12+ years in embedded automotive systems, you will guide cross-functional teams, produce technical collateral, and influence roadmaps across business units to accelerate innovation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related technical discipline; Master's preferred.
• 12+ years of industry experience in embedded systems or automotive electronics.
• Strong expertise in C/C++ and embedded software development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creation of next-generation automotive reference architectures and platforms.
• Architect and develop demonstrators for industry events and customer workshops.
• Define and develop evaluation platforms and reference designs for Automotive Ethernet, high-speed interfaces, and compute connectivity.
• Drive strategic customer engagements from concept through production with technical leadership.
• Author white papers, architectural guides, reference implementations, and training materials.
• Represent and promote automotive portfolio at conferences, forums, and workshops.
• Collaborate with product units to influence roadmaps and investments in automotive tech.
• Establish partnerships with OEM groups, software partners, and industry influencers.

Skills

C/C++

Embedded systems

SoCs / MCUs

Firmware development

RTOS / Linux

Hardware concepts

Automotive Ethernet

CAN/CAN-FD

PCIe

MIPI CSI/DSI

Technical communication

Customer engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

PCB design tools

Job description

Microchip Technology Inc. in Chandler, AZ seeks a senior engineering leader to drive next-generation automotive reference architectures, demonstrators, and customer solutions. You will architect platforms, collaborate with OEMs, and showcase designs at industry events.

With 12+ years in embedded automotive systems, you will guide cross-functional teams, produce technical collateral, and influence roadmaps across business units to accelerate innovation.