R-10066101 System Architect - Protocol Bridges

NXP Semiconductors NV; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 197,000 - 271,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid leave

Job summary

NXP Semiconductors in Austin, TX is seeking a Senior Product Architect to define and drive next-generation protocol bridges, interface aggregators, and connectivity hubs. You will translate complex customer needs into robust product specifications and work with design, test, marketing, and applications teams to deliver on time.

The role demands 15+ years of experience in product definition, deep knowledge of USB2/eUSB2, I2C, UART, IEEE1722/1588, and expertise in system architecture for

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in new product definition and architecture specification.
• Solid knowledge of interface specifications including USB2/eUSB2, I3C, I2C, UART, SPMI, SDIO, I2S, real time Ethernet 100M/1G.
• Experience with protocol bridging, aggregators and interface expander solutions.
• Knowledge of Timestamping and Security/Encryption is beneficial.
• Experience with IEEE1722 and IEEE1588 implementations.
• Understanding of mobile, data centers, robotics and embedded/IoT architectures.
• Strategic thinking to collaborate with partners and OEMs for innovative proposals.
• Active participation in standardization efforts.
• Experience in developing System-C function models and timing-accurate modeling.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Identify new markets and emerging application trends to define roadmap for protocol bridges and connectivity hubs.
• Translate customer requirements to product specs with compelling value proposition and competitive advantages.
• Conduct competitive technical analysis and benchmarking.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and launch new products on time.
• Prepare technical documentation and develop demos highlighting product advantages.
• Oversee development of reference circuits and demonstration boards.
• Provide technical guidance and support to secure design-ins.
• Provide application support and training for key customers and field engineers.
• Collaborate with Product Marketing and Customer accounts to support engagements and campaigns.

Skills

15+ years of experience

Interface specifications

Protocol bridging

Timestamping

Security/Encryption

IEEE1722 / IEEE1588

System architecture (embedded/IoT)

Strategic collaboration

Standardization

System-C modeling

Communication & teamwork

Education

BSEE in Electronics/ Electrical Engineering

MSEE desirable

Job description

• Identify new markets and emerging application trends to define innovative protocol bridges, interface aggregator and connectivity hub 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 products
• 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 new product definition and architecture specification
• Solid knowledge of multiple interface specifications - USB2/eUSB2, I3C, I2C, UART, SPMI, SDIO, I2S, Real time Ethernet 100M/1G
• Prior specification and development experience with protocol bridging, aggregator and interface expander solutions (MCU based or Hardware FSM based)
• Working knowledge of Timestamping, Security/Encryption is beneficial
• Experience with IEEE1722 and IEEE1588 based implementations in the past
• Good understanding of mobile, data centers, robotics and embedded/IOT system architectures
• Strategic thinking to collaborate with partners and OEMs to arrive at innovative proposals and new architectures
• Active participation and contribution to standardization efforts
• Prior experience of developing System-C function models is desired. Timing accurate modeling experience is a plus
• 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

The base salary range for this position is as mentioned below per year. We also provide competitive benefits, incentive compensation, and/or equity for certain roles.

Company benefits include health. dental, and vision insurance. 401(k), and paid leave. Please note that the base salary range (OR hourly rate) is a guideline, and individual total compensation may vary based on a number of factors such as qualifications, skill level, work location, and other business and organizational needs. This base pay range is specific to California and is not applicable to other locations. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range as of the date of this posting is:

$196,800 to $270,600 annually

More information about NXP in the United States...

NXP is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer regardless of age, color, national origin, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, status as a disabled veteran and/or veteran of the Vietnam Era or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, NXP will provide reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified disabled individuals.