Senior Engineer II – Applications, Software

Microchip Technology Inc.

Applications Engineer at Microchip supporting PCIe and USB products. Engaging with customers and creating technical documentation to enhance user experience.

Posted 7/28/2026full-timeAustin • New York, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $70,304 - $205,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in PCIe and USB product support, driver development, and customer enablement, with a strong foundation in programming languages and embedded systems. Proficient in creating user experience collateral and high-level requirements to enhance product development.

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PCIe Driver DevelopmentUSB Communication SystemsC ProgrammingCustomer SupportEmbedded Processor Development

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Hard Skills

C ProgrammingC++ ProgrammingPython ProgrammingLinux Operating SystemsEmbedded LanguagesPCIe Driver DevelopmentUSB SignalingGeneral Packet InspectionSchematic ReviewBlock Diagram Analysis

Soft Skills

Customer EnablementCommunicationProblem SolvingCollaborationGoal Setting

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Electrical EngineeringBachelor of Science in Computer ScienceBachelor of Science in Computer Engineering

Industry Keywords

PCIeUSBEmbedded SystemsDriver DebuggingUser Experience

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

LinuxPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Supporting PCIe and USB products
Reviewing schematic and block diagrams for USB and PCIe communication systems using Microchip products
Providing driver debugging and development guidance for PCIe products
Answering questions from Field Sales engineers and customers during the development process
Creating collateral that improves the user experience for the user
Identifying gaps in the current enablement material and proactively setting goals to address the gaps observed while supporting customers
Creating high level requirements for the development teams that can improve the customer experience with new product development

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelors of Science or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related fields
At least 7.5 years of relevant experience
Strong knowledge of various programming languages, including C, C++, Python and other embedded languages
Strong knowledge of Linux operating systems and the building process
Strong experience in customer support and customer enablement
Knowledge of embedded processor development flow and ecosystems
Knowledge of PCIe Driver development and debug processes
Knowledge of PCIe and USB signaling and general packet inspection techniques

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive base pay
Restricted stock units
Quarterly bonus payments
Health benefits that begin day one
Retirement savings plans
Industry leading ESPP program with a 2 year look back feature