Principal Engineer - Software Development

FHLB Des Moines; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 232,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness benefits

Restricted Stock Grant

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Quarterly Bonus

Job summary

Microchip Technology Inc. is seeking a senior software and test engineer to develop, deploy, and maintain automated test software for low-volume, high-mix production environments.

You will work with C#, C, Python, SQL and related tools, interfacing with test equipment and collaborating with design and manufacturing teams. The role emphasizes database design, documentation, and adherence to scalable architectures, with strong emphasis on test coverage and data integrity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field with 10+ years of relevant experience, or a master’s degree with 7–8 years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency in C, C#, Python, SQL, and related development tools.
• Working knowledge of electrical circuits, measurement fundamentals, and signal analysis.
• Experience controlling test instruments and industrial equipment through software.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, specifications, and test requirements.
• U.S. citizens with eligible EAR/ITAR access.

Responsibilities

• Develop, deploy, and maintain automated test software for low-volume, high-mix production environments using C#, C, Python, SQL, and related tools.
• Develop and maintain database solutions adhering to established schemas and reporting outputs.
• Interface with production test equipment and support production needs with engineering teams.
• Maintain documentation for test software, database designs, procedures, and test system operation.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field

Master’s degree in related field

Tools

C

C#

Python

SQL

LabVIEW

RF/Frequency-control knowledge

Job description

Are you looking for a unique opportunity to be a part of something great? Want to join a 17,000-member team that works on the technology that powers the world around us? Looking for an atmosphere of trust, empowerment, respect, diversity, and communication? How about an opportunity to own a piece of a multi-billion dollar (with a B!) global organization? We offer all that and more at Microchip Technology Inc. People come to work at Microchip because we help design the technology that runs the world. They stay because our culture supports their growth and stability. They are challenged and driven by an incredible array of products and solutions with unlimited career potential. Microchip's nationally-recognized Leadership Passage Programs support career growth where we proudly enroll over a thousand people annually. We take pride in our commitment to employee development, values-based decision making, and strong sense of community, driven by our Vision, Mission, and 11 Guiding Values; we affectionately refer to it as the Aggregate System and it's won us countless awards for diversity and workplace excellence. Our company is built by dedicated team players who love to challenge the status quo; we did not achieve record revenue and over 30 years of quarterly profitability without a great team dedicated to empowering innovation. People like you. Visit our careers page to see what exciting opportunities and company perks await!

Job Description:

• Develop, deploy, and maintain automated test software for low-volume, high-mix production environments using C#, C, Python, SQL, and related tools, while following established scalable ATE architecture standards.
• Develop and maintain database solutions that adhere to the schema, structure, and standards of the established larger-scale database, ensuring consistency across queries, stored procedures, data interfaces, and reporting outputs.
• Interface with production test equipment, including environmental chambers, power supplies, oscilloscopes, frequency counters, phase noise analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and other automated instruments.
• Partner with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to define requirements, validate test coverage, and support production needs.
• Maintain documentation for test software, database designs, procedures, and test system operation.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Required Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field with 10+ years of relevant experience, or a master’s degree in a related field with 7–8 years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency in C, C#, Python, SQL, and related development tools.
• Working knowledge of electrical circuits, measurement fundamentals, and signal analysis.
• Experience controlling test instruments and industrial equipment through software.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, specifications, and test requirements.
• Candidates must be U.S. citizens with no dual citizenship and eligible to access information and products regulated under EAR and ITAR.
• Preferred Experience developing automated test sequences for manufacturing or engineering environments.
• Experience with RF, timing, or frequency-control products such as oscillators, OCXOs, or atomic clocks.
• Knowledge of automation frameworks, data analysis tools, precision measurement systems, or long-term stability testing.
• Experience with LabVIEW.
• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous-improvement practices.

Benefits

• Wellness & Medical Benefits effective on your First Day of Employment
• Gold Standard in Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Benefits
• Quarterly Employee Cash Bonus Plan
• Restricted Stock Grant
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement

  U.S. Export Controls Requirements

  This job requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by the export laws of the United States. Candidates are required to provide proof of either US citizenship, Permanent US residency or classification as a protected individual as defined in 8 USC 1324b (a) (3).

  Travel Time

  Travel Time: 0% - 25%

  Physical Attributes

  • Carrying
  • Crouching
  • Feeling
  • Handling
  • Hearing
  • Other
  • Reaching
  • Seeing
  • Talking
  • Works Alone
  • Works Around Others

  Physical Requirements

  70% sitting; 15% walking; 15% standing; 100% in doors; Usual business hours

  Pay Range

  We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive base pay, restricted stock units, and quarterly bonus payments. In addition to these components, our package includes health benefits that begin day one, retirement savings plans, and an industry leading ESPP program with a 2 year look back feature. Find more information about all our benefits at the link below: Benefits of working at Microchip

  The annual base salary range for this position, which could be performed in the US, is $75,000 - $232,000.* *Range is dependent on numerous factors including job location, skills and experience. Application window will remain open until qualified candidates have been identified.

  Microchip Technology Inc is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster.