Staff Software Engineer

Renesas Electronics Corp.; Texas; On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Renesas Electronics Corp. is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to bridge hardware and software for next‑gen SoC products in Wisconsin. You will interface with IC design, firmware, and marketing to deliver customer‑facing software and robust developer tools.

You will design, implement, and test across Java, Kotlin, JavaFX, and web tech, while guiding architecture, tests, and DevOps practices. This role emphasizes cross‑functional collaboration and technical leadership in a fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of software development experience covering breadth and depth.
• Technical expertise in Java with a preference for Kotlin.
• Experience with JavaFX or GUI development; exposure to JavaScript/TypeScript.
• Investigate and apply new technologies to enhance developer experience.
• Creative software design, development and troubleshooting beyond routine solutions.
• Strong understanding of software architecture, design principles, BDD and unit testing.
• Highly developed written and verbal cross-functional communication skills.
• Understanding of DevOps including JIRA, Confluence and GitLab.
• Experience with basic electronics, microcontroller programming and bus communications.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain software that meets customer and internal needs.
• Gather and clarify software requirements from diverse groups.
• Contribute to existing and new projects across Java, Kotlin, and web stacks.
• Collaborate with applications and hardware teams to troubleshoot failures.
• Participate in code reviews with team members.

Skills

Software development

Cross-functional collaboration

Written and verbal communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering

Tools

Java

Kotlin

JavaFX

JavaScript

TypeScript

JIRA

Confluence

GitLab

Job description

Renesas is a global semiconductor company providing hardware and software solutions for a range of cutting-edge technologies including self-driving cars, robots, automated factory equipment, and smart home applications. We are a key supplier to the world’s leading manufacturers of the electronics you rely on every day; you may not see our products, but they are all around you.

The Software Team is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to help bridge the gap between complex hardware and exceptional customer experience. In this role, you will collaborate across disciplines interfacing directly with IC design, firmware, and marketing teams to build intuitive, customer-facing software that unlocks the full potential of our silicon. As part of one of Renesas’s fastest-growing product lines, your work will directly impact how clients interact with our next-generation SoC technology. If you thrive on cross-functional problem solving, master multiple programming paradigms, and want to work in an environment with zero artificial barriers to your growth, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain software that meets the needs of both customers and internal teams
• Gather and drive clarity on software requirements from diverse groups including customers, application engineers, hardware, and firmware engineers
• Contribute to both existing and new projects, covering a broad range of languages and scope. We use Java, Kotlin and Python, Typescript/React
• Collaborate with applications and systems engineers to troubleshoot systems failures and propose software remedies
• Participate in code reviews for fellow team members

• 8+ years of software development experience covering breadth and depth
• Technical expertise in Java programming language with strong preference for those with Kotlin knowledge
• Experience with JavaFX or GUI development very strongly preferred including exposure to JavaScript or TypeScript
• Ability to investigate and apply new technologies to enhance the developer experience
• Executes creative software solutions, design, development and technical troubleshooting with ability to think beyond routine or conventional approaches to build solutions or break down technical problems
• Strong understanding of Software Architecture and Design principles, Behavior-Driven Development and unit testing
• Must have highly developed written and verbal cross-functional communication skills
• Understanding of DevOps including JIRA, Confluence and GitLab preferred
• Experience with basic electronics, microcontroller programming and bus communications strongly preferred

Education

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering

Renesas is an embedded semiconductor solution provider driven by its Purpose, To Make Our Lives Easier. With a global team of over 21,000 engineers and problem solvers in more than 30 countries, we offer the opportunity to work on world‑leading technology for Automotive, Industrial, Infrastructure, and IoT, shaping a safer, healthier, greener, and smarter future.

At Renesas, TAGIE is our culture, grounded in being Transparent, Agile, Global, Innovative, and Entrepreneurial. It shapes how we work, grow and deliver on our purpose together. This collaborative spirit and mindset drive our semiconductor technology to transform industries and impact millions of lives.

We believe in rewarding our employees with a competitive benefits package alongside their salary. More information will be provided during the hiring process.

Are you ready to join our team and shape the future with us?

Renesas Electronics is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to supporting diversity and fostering a work environment free of discrimination on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. For more information, please read our Diversity & Inclusion Statement.

Renesas Electronics deals with dual-use technology that is subject to U.S. export controls regulations. Under these regulations it may be necessary for Renesas to obtain U.S. government export license prior to release of technology to certain persons. The decision whether or not to file or pursue an export license application is at the sole discretion of Renesas.