Technical Staff Engineer - Software (Build System Engineer / DevOps)

Microchip Technology Inc.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 232,000; Full time

Job summary

Microchip Technology Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Technical Staff Software Engineer with a strong background in C/C++ and Qt development. The role requires 12+ years of hands-on software engineering across Windows and Linux, focusing on cross‑platform applications and build tools.

You will lead design, development, and maintenance, upgrade GCC toolchains, and mentor junior engineers while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software.

Qualifications

• 12+ years in software development with DevOps/build engineering focus.
• Extensive Qt application development experience.
• Strong Python and scripting skills (Bash, Perl, PowerShell).

Responsibilities

• Automate workflows and optimize build processes using Python and scripting.
• Manage GCC compiler toolchains and cross-platform builds.
• Develop and maintain cross-platform build systems with gmake and Bazel.
• Lead CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins, GitLab, and Bitbucket.
• Mentor engineers and drive technical excellence.

Skills

C/C++

Qt

Python

DevOps

CI/CD

Git

MSVC

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in CS/Engineering

Tools

gmake

Bazel

Jenkins

GitLab

Bitbucket

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 making, 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.

Microchip Technology Inc. is a leading provider of embedded control applications. Our product portfolio comprises general purpose and specialized 8-bit, 16-bit, and 32-bit microcontrollers, 32-bit microprocessors, field-programmable gate array (FPGA) products, a broad spectrum of high-performance linear, mixed-signal, power management, thermal management, radio frequency (RF), timing, safety, security, wired connectivity and wireless connectivity devices, as well as serial Electrically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory (EEPROM), Serial Flash memories, Parallel Flash memories, and serial Static Random Access Memory (SRAM). We also license Flash-IP solutions that are incorporated in a broad range of products.

We are seeking a highly skilled Technical Staff Software Engineer with a strong background in C/C++ and Qt development. The ideal candidate will have at least 12 years of hands‑on experience in software engineering, with deep expertise in both Windows and Linux environments. In this senior technical role, you will drive the design, development, and maintenance of high-performance applications, ensure cross-platform compatibility, and lead critical initiatives such as compiler and build tool upgrades.

Key Responsibilities

• Utilize advanced Python and other scripting languages (such as Bash, Perl, or PowerShell) to automate workflows, enhance build processes, and support testing and deployment activities.
• Manage and upgrade GCC compiler toolchains, ensuring compatibility and optimal performance across platforms.
• Work extensively with MSVC libraries and Linux system libraries to deliver robust cross-platform solutions.
• Develop and maintain build systems using tools such as gmake and Bazel.
• Integrate and optimize CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitLab, and Bitbucket.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define requirements, design solutions, and deliver high-quality software.
• Apply best practices in version control (e.g., Git), code review, and software development life cycle management.
• Troubleshoot, analyze, and resolve complex technical issues efficiently.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 12+ years of relevant experience, including a minimum 10 years of experience in DevOps or build engineering within C/C++ development environments.
• Extensive experience with Qt application development.
• Advanced proficiency in Python and other scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Perl, PowerShell).
• Strong knowledge of MSVC libraries and Linux system libraries.
• Proven expertise in managing GCC compiler upgrades and build toolchains.
• Proficiency in build tools such as gmake and Bazel.
• Good exposure to CI/CD software such as Jenkins, GitLab, and Bitbucket.
• Deep understanding of the software development life cycle, version control systems (e.g., Git), and CI/CD pipelines.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and debugging skills.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and leadership abilities.

Travel Time

0% - 25%

Physical Attributes

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

Physical Requirements

10% standing, 10% walking, 80% sitting, 100% in doors; Usual business hours

Pay Range

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive base pay, restricted stock units, and quarterly bonus payments. In addition to these components, our package includes health benefits that begin day one, retirement savings plans, and an industry leading ESPP program with a 2 year look back feature.

We offer an annual base salary range for this position of $91,000 - $232,000. Range is dependent on numerous factors including job location, skills and experience.

Benefits of working at Microchip

We provide a comprehensive benefits package including competitive base pay, restricted stock units, quarterly bonus payments, health benefits, retirement savings plans, and an industry leading Employee Stock Purchase Program.

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.

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Microchip Technology Inc. does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our recruiting team or other Microchip employees. Microchip is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.