Product Definer (IO Aggregator)

NXP Semiconductors; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

NXP Semiconductors in Austin, TX, sits within the Secure Connected Edge business unit and is seeking an experienced product leader to shape IO Aggregator roadmaps and architecture for automotive, industrial and IoT markets.

This role demands deep technical knowledge of high-speed interfaces and system architectures, proven customer engagement, and strong cross-functional teamwork to deliver next-generation solutions on time.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of work experience in product definition, feature trade-off analysis, competition benchmarking, early customer engagements and architecture specification activities.
• Knowledge of I3C, I2C, SPMI, SPI, JTAG, SWD, SDIO protocol specifications.
• Knowledge of high speed interfaces – PCIe, MIPI, USB3.2 and DisplayPort specifications.

Responsibilities

• Identify new markets and trends to define IO aggregator, IO hub and bridging solution roadmap.
• Translate customer requirements to product specifications with compelling value proposition.
• Engage with customers to understand system and product requirements.
• Collaborate with Design, Test, Applications, Marketing to launch new products on time.
• Prepare technical documentation and demos to highlight IO Aggregator advantages.
• Provide technical guidance and support to secure design-ins.
• Support customers and field engineers with application training.

Skills

I3C

I2C

SPMI

SPI

JTAG

SWD

SDIO

PCIe

MIPI

USB3.2

Displayport

Lab validation

PCB design

IBIS

System-C

Education

BSEE in Electronics/ Electrical Engineering

MSEE desirable

Tools

PCB design

IBIS-AMI

System-C

Job description

Locations available: San Diego and San Jose, California or Austin, Texas

This role sits in our Secure Connected Edge Business: our mission is to create first of its kind products that provide our customers transformational value. We’re committed to deliver unique and fit-for-purpose solutions that satisfy the needs of security, connectivity, and cognition with scalability.

Candidate Responsibilities

• Identify new markets and emerging application trends to define innovative IO aggregator, IO hub and bridging solution roadmap
• Translate customer requirements to product specifications with compelling value proposition and competitive advantages
• Actively engage with customers to gain deep understanding of their system and product requirements
• Conduct competitive technical analysis and benchmarking
• Collaborate with Cross functional team - Design & Test Engineers, Applications Engineers, Marketing to develop and launch new products on time
• Prepare technical documentation – product specifications, datasheets, white papers, presentations, application notes, and develop product demos that highlight the value proposition and advantages of IO Aggregator solutions
• Oversee the development of application reference circuits and demonstration boards
• Provide technical guidance and support for complex customer issues to secure design-ins
• Provide application support and technical training for key customers and field application engineers
• Collaborate with Product Marketing and Customer account teams - provide technical expertise, assist with customer engagements, and support marketing campaigns

Candidate Profile

• 15+ years of work experience in product definition, feature trade-off analysis, competition benchmarking, early customer engagements and architecture specification activities
• Solid knowledge of I3C, I2C, SPMI, SPI, JTAG, SWD, SDIO protocol specifications
• Knowledge of one or more high speed interfaces – PCIe, MIPI, USB3.2 and Displayport specifications
• Active participation and contribution to standardization efforts
• Strategic thinking to collaborate with partners and OEMs to arrive at innovative proposals and new architectures
• Good understanding of mobile, automotive and embedded/IOT system architectures
• Prior working experience with lab validation, test automation and handling of lab equipment such oscilloscopes, power meters, waveform generators, Saleae analyzers, etc. is desirable
• Prior knowledge of PCB design and simulation techniques, working knowledge of PCB materials and PCB stack-up
• Prior experience of developing models (IBIS, IBIS-AMI, System-C) is desired
• Excellent verbal and written communication and teamwork skills, ability to work with cross-functional teams and can-do attitude

Education Qualification

• BSEE in Electronics/ Electrical Engineering, MSEE is desirable

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