Snr Systems Engineer - Magnetic and Inductive Sensor

Allegro MicroSystems, LLC; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegro MicroSystems is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to drive product definition for inductive and magnetic position sensors. You will translate customer needs into system and IC-level specs, define architectures, and collaborate with design, validation, and field teams.

You will lead testing, prototyping, and customer design-in activities, delivering technical guidance and communicating complex concepts effectively. Strong lab skills and cross-functional collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• MSEE or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of industry experience.
• Strong expertise in magnetic sensing technologies with emphasis on TMR and Hall-effect sensors.
• Experience with inductive sensing desirable.
• Strong object-oriented programming skills in C++, C#, Python, MATLAB or equivalent.
• Solid knowledge of PCB design software (Altium or equivalent).
• Hands-on electronics laboratory experience with sensor characterization and debugging.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead product definition activities for new position sensor ICs, translating market trends, customer requirements, and competitive analysis into system and IC-level specs.
• Define system architectures and drive system-level modeling, magnetic simulation, and prototyping to validate concepts before silicon development.
• Collaborate with product development to ensure requirements meet target applications, esp. robotics and automotive systems.
• Perform comprehensive system-level testing to verify performance of Position Sensor ICs in real-world conditions.
• Provide strategic technical guidance for key customer design-in activities and system integration.
• Develop internal and customer-facing tools for design and simulation of magnetic and inductive sensors.
• Create application notes, white papers, technical presentations, and demonstration platforms.

Skills

Magnetic sensing

TMR sensors

Hall-effect sensors

C++

C#

Python

MATLAB

Altium

PCB design

Lab testing

Education

MSEE or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium

test equipment

Job description

The Allegro team is united by a clear purpose-advancing technologies that make the world safer, more efficient, and more sustainable. With over 30 years of experience in semiconductor innovation, we bring that purpose to life across every part of the business-from breakthrough product development and customer success to how we show up for each other and the communities we serve. The Opportunity Allegro MicroSystems is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Systems Engineer to join our Inductive and Magnetic Position Sensor product line team. In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in driving the product definition and providing strategic technical support to our key customers. You will collaborate closely with Allegro's design, validation, test, marketing, field applications teams, and industry-leading customers to define and deliver innovative position sensors solutions for automotive and industrial markets.

What You Will Do

Lead product definition activities for new position sensor ICs, translating market trends, customer requirements, and competitive analysis into comprehensive system and IC-level technical specifications. Define system architectures and drive system-level modeling, magnetic simulation, and prototyping to validate sensor concepts and architectures prior to silicon development. Collaborate closely with product development team to ensure product requirements meet target applications, particularly for robotics and automotive systems. Perform comprehensive system-level and applications-based testing in the laboratory to verify the performance and functionality of Allegro's Position Sensor ICs under real-world conditions. Provide strategic technical guidance for key customer design-in activities, ensuring successful system integration of Allegro's magnetic and inductive position sensor ICs. Contribute to the development of internal and customer-facing tools for the design and simulation of magnetic and inductive position sensor solutions. Develop comprehensive application notes, white papers, technical presentations, and demonstration platforms to showcase the capabilities of Allegro's sensor portfolio.

What You Will Need

MSEE or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. 5+ years of industry experience. Strong expertise in magnetic sensing technologies is required, with a specific emphasis on TMR and Hall-effect sensors. Experience with inductive sensing is highly desirable. Strong object-oriented programming skills in C++, C#, Python, MATLAB or equivalent. Solid knowledge and practical experience with PCB design software (Altium or equivalent). Extensive hands‑on electronics laboratory experience, proficient in utilizing a diverse array of tools and test methodologies for thorough sensor characterization and troubleshooting. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills for diagnosing complex technical issues and delivering innovative solutions. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and prioritize effectively in a fast‑paced environment. A proactive, customer‑focused mindset with a strong drive for results.

Travel

This position supports a globally diversified customer base and may require national and international travel.

Allegro is committed to equal opportunity employment.

Why Allegro?

Join Allegro and become part of a team where your contributions truly matter. We foster a culture of Real Innovation, empowering you to push boundaries, develop cutting‑edge solutions, and drive continuous improvement. Your work will create a Real Impact by solving complex real‑world challenges that fuel our success and shape the future of technology. You will experience Real Connection, collaborating with talented colleagues around the globe in an environment built on trust, respect, and a shared purpose. Join us-and help build what's next. At Allegro, we are committed to providing a harassment‑free environment of mutual respect to fuel innovation through inclusive thought collaboration. Allegro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, parental status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Allegro makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. Eligible applicants must reside in a state where Allegro currently has an office location: This includes New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Texas, and Michigan. Certain positions (such as field sales roles) may be exempt from this requirement. Allegro MicroSystems (NASDAQ: ALGM) is a global leader in sensing and power semiconductor solutions, committed to driving e‑mobility, clean energy, automation, and robotics forward. Through Real Innovation, we are developing intelligent technologies that move the world toward a safer, more sustainable, and autonomous future. Our acquisition of Crocus Technology further strengthens our leadership in magnetic sensing, bringing cutting‑edge TMR technology to our world‑class portfolio. At Allegro, your work creates Real Impact. Our advanced magnetic position and current sensors, power management ICs, brushless motor drivers, and LED lighting drivers are at the heart of critical systems worldwide. From extending the range of electric vehicles and enabling smarter factories to powering efficient data centers and enhancing autonomous driving, our solutions touch lives every day. If you're driving a car, using cloud services, or receiving a package, you're interacting with Allegro's technology in action. We believe in Real Connection. With a diverse team of over 4,400 employees across 17 countries and headquartered in Manchester, NH (USA), Allegro fosters a truly global and collaborative environment. Our engineering, manufacturing, and support teams worldwide are united by a shared mission, working together with trust, respect, and purpose. We encourage you to think differently, take informed risks, and build what's next. Our dedication to pioneering solutions is reflected in our extensive portfolio of over 1,400 worldwide patents. Allegro is not just building technology; we're building careers where your contributions matter, your growth is valued, and you can make a lasting difference. Our unwavering commitment to excellence is underscored by our IATF16949:2016 and ISO14001:2015 certifications and the quality awards we've received globally. Join us and help shape the future - where your innovation, impact, and connection will drive what's next!