Senior Technical Staff Engineer – Architect (SoC)

FHLB Des Moines; Arizona; On-site; USD 190,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Microchip Technology Inc. is seeking an experienced Architect to define the 32‑bit wireless SoC portfolio (BLE, UWB, Wi‑Fi).

You will lead architecture across next‑gen SoCs, balancing high performance with low power, and collaborate with marketing, applications, and customers to gather requirements and set specifications. Success requires cross‑functional leadership, strong communication, and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in wireless technology design or architecture roles.
• Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering or related field.
• Proven expertise in microarchitecture and wireless product implementation.
• Strong knowledge of BLE, UWB, Wi‑Fi.
• Deep familiarity with ARM and RISC cores.
• Understanding of low-power design and subsystems.
• Experience with full microcontroller development lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Define the architecture of complex Bluetooth, UWB, and Wi‑Fi SoC solutions.
• Own peripheral architecture, interfaces, and feature sets.
• Conduct feasibility studies and architecture trade‑offs.
• Drive product innovation to strengthen market competitiveness.
• Present vision, features, and cost considerations to leadership.
• Support functional safety (ISO 26262) and cybersecurity (ISO 21434).
• Collaborate across marketing, design, applications, and verification.
• Work with firmware teams for strong software support.
• Engage with IP vendors and stakeholders on roadmaps.
• Apply AI-driven methods to improve design quality and efficiency.
• Foster teamwork across geographies in an inclusive culture.

Skills

Wireless architecture

Cross-functional leadership

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

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

Master’s degree in related field (preferred)

Tools

SoC EDA tools

FPGA debugging

ARM architectures

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 doing, 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

The Wireless Solutions Group is seeking an experienced Architect to define the portfolio for 32-bit microcontroller-based Bluetooth, UWB, and Wi-Fi products. In this role, you will lead the architecture of next-generation wireless SoC solutions that balance high performance with low power consumption. You will provide technical leadership and work closely with marketing, applications, engineering teams, and external customers to gather requirements and develop peripheral and SoC architecture specifications. Success in this role requires strong cross-functional collaboration, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Define the architecture of complex Bluetooth, UWB, and Wi-Fi SoC solutions, including core selection, memory subsystems, power management, security, and test features.
• Own peripheral architecture, including programming models, interfaces, feature sets, and detailed operational behavior.
• Conduct feasibility studies and architectural trade-off analyses to define products that meet target market cost and feature requirements.
• Drive product innovation through creative thinking and differentiated solutions that strengthen market competitiveness.
• Present product vision, features, specifications, and cost considerations to leadership teams and customers to gain alignment and support.
• Define architectures and features that support functional safety (ISO 26262) and cybersecurity (ISO 21434, including TARA analysis).
• Contribute to SoC development from concept through tape-out by partnering with cross-functional teams across marketing, design, applications, verification, emulation, and product/test.
• Collaborate with firmware teams to ensure strong software support for wireless products.
• Work with IP vendors and internal stakeholders to align technical requirements and project roadmaps.
• Apply AI-driven and automation techniques to improve design quality, methodology, and efficiency, enabling faster cycle times and first-silicon success.
• Foster teamwork, collaboration across geographies, and an inclusive workplace culture.

Requirements/Qualifications

• 15+ years of industry experience in wireless technology design and/or architecture roles.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven expertise in microarchitecture, microcontroller development, and wireless product implementation.
• Strong knowledge of BLE, UWB, and Wi-Fi communication principles and standards.
• Deep familiarity with ARM and RISC core architectures.
• Solid understanding of low-power design and power/analog subsystems.
• Comprehensive understanding of the microcontroller development lifecycle, including marketing requirements, pre-silicon and post-silicon validation, and production testing.
• Proven track record of working with geographically distributed teams.
• Familiarity with functional safety (FuSa) and cybersecurity standards for embedded products.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Master’s degree in computer engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field.
• Experience with industry-leading SoC EDA tools and flows.
• Knowledge of security features and related design principles.
• Background in validation methodologies, including debugging on FPGA and silicon IC boards.

Travel Time

0% - 25%

Physical Attributes

Hearing, Seeing, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around Others

Physical Requirements

80% Sitting, 10% Standing, 10% Walking

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.