Systems Engineer

We are looking for a Senior Principal System Engineer within BG IC Solutions, based at Nexperia's headquarters in Nijmegen. In this role, you will act as the global technical authority defining the next generation of Signal Chain Products.

You will lead the development of innovative, cost-effective, and highly robust solutions targeting Automotive, Industrial, and High-Density Consumer/Enterprise markets. Working at the intersection of R&D, Marketing, and key Tier-1 customers, you will translate complex interface challenges into scalable, high-volume silicon solutions.

What you will do

• Research market trends and the competitive landscape to identify new IC product opportunities
• Identify emerging markets and contribute to shaping the multi-year IP and product roadmap
• Define and own the system architecture for signal chain interfaces and voltage translators
• Translate customer requirements into clear and actionable technical specifications
• Collaborate with design, verification, and test teams on trade-offs related to power, area, and cost
• Drive system-level optimization, risk management, and technical decision-making
• Evaluate prototype silicon to ensure performance compliance with system requirements
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth product execution
• Develop technical documentation, including datasheets, application notes, and user guides
• Provide system-level customer support, including schematics, layout guidance, and debugging assistance
• Act as the primary technical interface for key customers and field teams
• Lead technical reviews to ensure quality standards and timely delivery of results
• Partner with foundries and NPI teams to select optimal process technologies, balancing performance and cost

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
• 10-15 years of experience in system-level design within the semiconductor industry
• Strong understanding of analog/mixed-signal or semiconductor system design
• Experience in Automotive, Industrial, or Consumer Electronics domains is an advantage
• Ability to translate customer needs into practical technical solutions
• Strong problem-solving skills with a structured and analytical mindset
• Experience working in cross-functional and global teams
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly
• Proven leadership experience in mentoring engineers and guiding technical teams
• Experience presenting technical strategies to senior stakeholders and customers
• Knowledge of high-speed board design, signal integrity, and transmission lines
• Hands-on experience with lab equipment (oscilloscopes, protocol analyzers)
• Proficiency in simulation tools such as ADS, SPICE, or equivalent
• Experience in silicon validation and stress testing under extreme conditions
• Knowledge of communication protocols and interfaces such as I2C, I3C, SPI, etc. is a plus

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