Senior Principal Applications Engineer

NXP Semiconductors

Multiple Locations
On-site
High-speed serdes fundamentals
Multi-gbps serial links
Si/pi tools and simulations
NXP Semiconductors is seeking a Senior Principal Applications Engineer to enhance product features through collaboration with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in hardware design and applications engineering, particularly with high-speed SerDes fundamentals

Job Summary

  • Collaborate with IC design, systems, FW, and test teams to translate field issues and customer requirements into product improvements and new features.
  • Lead board‑level bring‑up and validation using oscilloscopes, protocol analyzers; generate test reports and recommendations.
  • Develop and maintain application collateral: reference designs, layout guidelines, design checklists, characterization reports, application notes, training materials.

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NXP Semiconductors is seeking a Senior Principal Applications Engineer to enhance product features through collaboration with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in hardware design and applications engineering, particularly with high-speed SerDes fundamentals.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • high-speed SerDes fundamentals
  • multi-Gbps serial links
  • SI/PI tools and simulations
  • PCB design for high-speed
  • debug complex customer issues

Nice-to-have

  • translate field issues to improvements
  • on-site or remote debug support
  • develop application collateral

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or above in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related field
  • Extensive experience (7+ years) in hardware design, applications engineering, or system validation
  • Proficiency with SI/PI tools and simulations
  • Hands-on experience using lab equipment
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills

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