System Architect - Protocol Bridges

NXP Semiconductors; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 197,000 - 271,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

NXP Semiconductors is seeking a System Architect (Protocol Bridges) to drive architecture and roadmap for protocol bridges and connectivity hub solutions across automotive, industrial and IoT markets. You will translate customer requirements into product specs, perform benchmarking, and lead cross-functional teams to deliver on time.

Deep experience with USB2/eUSB2, I3C, I2C, UART and IEEE1722/IEEE1588 is required, along with a track record in standards and modeling.

Qualifications

• 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)
• Active participation in standardization efforts
• Experience with Timestamping and Security/Encryption beneficial
• Timing accurate modeling experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Identify new markets and emerging application trends to define innovative protocol bridges and connectivity hub solution roadmap.
• Translate customer requirements to product specifications with compelling value proposition.
• Engage with customers to understand system and product requirements.
• Conduct competitive technical analysis and benchmarking.
• Collaborate with Design, Test, Applications, and Marketing to launch new products on time.
• Prepare technical documentation and develop demos highlighting product value.
• Oversee development of reference circuits and demonstration boards.
• Provide technical guidance and training for customers and field engineers.
• Support marketing campaigns with technical expertise.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Cross-functional collaboration

Standards participation

Education

BSEE in Electronics/ Electrical Engineering

MSEE desirable

Tools

IEEE1722

IEEE1588

Job description

System Architect (Protocol Bridges)

Candidate Responsibilities

• 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

Salary & Benefits

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

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

Company Culture & Commitment

NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ: NXPI) enables a smarter, safer, and more sustainable world through innovation. As the world leader in secure connectivity solutions for embedded applications, NXP is pushing boundaries in the automotive, industrial & IoT, mobile, and communication infrastructure markets. For more information, visit www.nxp.com

Bright Minds. Bright Futures. We believe that a key component to growing our business is to develop our people. To enable you to grow your career at NXP, we offer online and offline learning opportunities to help you develop some of your core and professional skills.

Commitment At NXP. We recognize NXP is a powerful change agent as we continue to deliver innovative solutions that advance a more sustainable future. We remain steadfast in our commitment to sustainability and making measurable year-on-year progress. Also, we aim to create an inclusive work environment and we will not tolerate racism, discrimination or harassment of any kind. We have programs in place focused on diversity, inclusion and equality.

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