Senior Applications Engineer

We are a global leader in semiconductor solutions for power systems and IoT, enabling game-changing solutions for green and efficient energy, clean and safe mobility, and smart and secure IoT. Together, we drive innovation and customer success while empowering our people to reach ambitious goals.

About the role

Provide technical support to customers during the evaluation and development of systems related to automotive Ethernet PHYs.

• Perform hands-on bring-up and debugging of customer boards and evaluation kits to replicate and resolve issues
• Track, monitor, and follow up on customer technical issues to ensure timely resolution
• Prepare and deliver application training sessions and support trade show demonstrations
• Develop customer-facing technical materials, including integration guides, application notes, API documentation, and training content
• Travel domestically and internationally as needed (approximately 10%)
• Partner with cross-functional teams, including product management, design engineering, and quality assurance, to align product capabilities with customer needs

Requirements

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience as an Application Engineer or Systems Engineer within automotive or Ethernet applications, including hands-on debugging
• Strong understanding of SerDes protocols and interfaces such as XFI/10GBASE-R, USXGMII, SGMII/RGMII, xxBASE-T1, I2C, and MDC/MDIO
• Proficiency in C and Python, with experience in scripting and software development
• Experience reviewing schematics and PCB layouts
• Familiarity with Ethernet PHYs (1000BASE-T1 / Multi-GigBASE-T1) and bridge products
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a proactive, self-driven, and team-oriented mindset

Pay

The expected salary range for this role in San Jose, CA is $133,680 – $183,810 per year. All employees are also eligible to participate in an incentive plan.