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# Engineer I-Applications

- **Company:** Microchip Technology
- **Location:** Park Center, CO, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Keil, Application Notes, ARM Architecture, Microsoft Azure, Command-Line Interface, Communications Protocols, Cyber Security, Computer Programming, Software Debugging, Microprocessors, Embedded C, Firmware, FreeRTOS, Linux System Administration, Real-Time Operating Systems, Salesforce.Com, Systems Integration, Toolchain, Scripting, PIC Microcontroller, Information Technology, Build Tools, Multiplatform
- **Published:** August 29, 2026
- **Apply:** https://wd5.myworkdaysite.com/recruiting/microchiphr/External/job/TX---Austin---Park-Centre/Engineer-I-Applications_R3757-26

## About the Role

* Bachelor's / Master's degree in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering
 * Experience in firmware development, testing, deployment, verification, and validation of embedded systems, microprocessors, and microcontrollers
 * Strong programming skills in Embedded C and experience with Python scripting
 * Knowledge of ARM architecture, Linux environments, and command-line build tools
 * Experience with embedded debugging tools such as oscilloscopes, debuggers, and protocol analyzers
 * Knowledge of communication protocols such as I2C, SPI, and similar embedded interfaces
 * Experience with cross-platform development and debugging environments
 * Good understanding of both software and hardware electronic concepts
 * Strong analytical, troubleshooting, problem-solving, and debugging skills
 * Self-motivated individual contributor with the ability to work proactively in a collaborative environment
 * Strong teamwork, organization, multitasking, communication, and active listening skills
 * Technical writing and editing experience with the ability to create clear engineering documentation
 * Excellent written, proof-reading, and verbal English communication skills, * Knowledge of Chromium EC firmware and/or Zephyr RTOS
 * Knowledge/hands-on experience with FreeRTOS or Zephyr RTOS
 * Knowledge of basic cryptography and security algorithms
 * Knowledge of Azure and IoT platforms
 * Knowledge of MPLAB, Keil IDE, and related toolchains

## Description

Microchip Technology Inc. has an Engineer I-Applications opening in the Secure Computing Group (SCG) in our Austin, TX office. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop, enhance, test, and support embedded firmware solutions for Secure Computing products, with a strong focus on Embedded Controller (EC) applications for x86 and Arm-based PC platforms. You will work closely with engineering, validation, marketing, and customer teams to support product deployment, customer onboarding, hardware and system-level integration, troubleshooting, and technical enablement activities. The position also involves delivering technical demonstrations, resolving customer issues through Salesforce, developing application notes and technical collateral, and supporting customers throughout the product adoption lifecycle while working with geographically distributed teams., * Work closely with engineering, validation, marketing, and customer teams to support product deployment, customer onboarding, hardware and system-level integration, troubleshooting, and technical enablement activities

 * The position also involves delivering technical demonstrations, resolving customer issues through Salesforce, developing application notes and technical collateral, and supporting customers throughout the product adoption lifecycle while working with geographically distributed teams
 * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop, enhance, test, and support embedded firmware solutions for Secure Computing products, with a strong focus on Embedded Controller (EC) applications for x86 and Arm-based PC platforms, Develop and support evaluation PCBs and drivers (Linux, Windows, RTOS, MacOS) for PCIe/USB/Ethernet products. Create application collateral, provide technical training, and support sales/field teams and customers. Coordinate product development with Design, Test, Product, and Marketing teams and assist in new product definition and sustaining maintenance.
Top Skills: CC++Embedded AssemblyEthernetI2CLinuxmacOSMicrocontrollerMixed-Signal CircuitsPcb DesignPciePythonRtosShellSpiUartUsbWindows
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