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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Engineer I - Software Organization - **Company:** Microchip Technology Incorporated - **Location:** Santa Rosa, CA, United States - **Experience:** Starter - **Salary:** $70,304.0 - $143,000.0 - **Contract:** Internship / Graduate position - **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, C++ (Programming Language), Communications Protocols, Computer Networks, Computer Engineering, Data Structures, Software Debugging, Embedded Software, Project Management Software, Software Engineering, System Testing, TCP/IP, Transmission Control Protocol (TCP), Information Technology - **Published:** August 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/engineer-i-software-santa-rosa-ca--a7e474c6-c6b7-4e1e-85b5-d6ea4bb5a435 ## About the Role Microchip's Frequency and Timing Systems (FTS) Business Unit provides precise timing and synchronization solutions for telecom, wireless, military, scientific, and enterprise systems. We are seeking an entry-level Software Engineer to join our Santa Rosa engineering team. This role is well suited for a recent college graduate or an early-career software engineer with 0-2.5 years of experience who is interested in developing embedded software for high-precision frequency and timing systems., * Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. * 0-2.5 years of relevant software engineering experience, including coursework, internships, projects, or professional experience. * Successful completion of core electrical engineering and computer science coursework. * Working knowledge of C and C++ gained through coursework, projects, internships, or related experience. * Good understanding of data structures and encapsulated software design. * Understanding of basic data analysis principles. * Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills. Preferred Qualifications * General understanding of the product development process and design controls. * Understanding of computer networks and TCP/IP communication protocols. * Strong organizational and time-management skills. * Understanding of ML/AI concepts * Experience using AI tools for software development., Analysis Skills, Artificial Intelligence (AI), C Programming Language, C++ Programming Language, Communication Skills, Communications Protocols, Computer Engineering, Computer Networks, Computer Science, Data Analysis, Data Structures, Debugging Skills, Diversity, Electrical Engineering, Embedded Software, Engineering, Hardware Administration, Leadership, Military, Organizational Skills, Physical Demands, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Product Development, Product Support, Profit & Loss, Project Management Software, Recruiting/Staffing Agency, Revenue/Sales Reporting, Software Debugging, Software Design, Software Development, Software Engineering, Staff Development, System Test, TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol), Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Testing, Time Management, United States Citizen, Wireless Communications, Writing Skills ## Description * Develop, debug, and test embedded software for precise frequency and timing systems. * Participate in software module design with a focus on efficiency, reliability, and reusability. * Learn and apply precise frequency and timing concepts. * Build knowledge of communication networks and frequency and timing communication protocols. * Collaborate with project managers, software engineers, and hardware engineers to support successful product development. * Partner with system testing teams to analyze, identify, and resolve software defects. ## Related Videos - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [How To Test A Ball of Mud](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/173-how-to-test-a-ball-of-mud) - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [An Applied Introduction to eBPF with Go](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1075-an-applied-introduction-to-ebpf-with-go) - [How I Built QA from Scratch in a Scaling Startup - no fluff real life story](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2041-how-i-built-qa-from-scratch-in-a-scaling-startup-no-fluff-real-life-story) - [Data Science on Software Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/162-data-science-on-software-data) ## Related Articles - [The Ultimate Software Engineer Career Path Guide for 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/146-the-ultimate-software-engineer-career-path-guide-for-2023) - [Is Software Engineering Hard?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/448-is-software-engineering-hard) - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Software Engineer Career: Things You Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/143-software-engineer-career-things-you-should-know) - [Steps to Get a Software Engineer Internship](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/160-steps-to-get-a-software-engineer-internship)