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NXP Semiconductors

Automotive semiconductors and secure embedded solutions

System Architect - Protocol Bridges

Hardware Systems IntegrationConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • At least 15 years of work experience in new product definition and architecture specification.
  • Solid knowledge of multiple interface specifications, including USB2/eUSB2, I3C, I2C, UART, SPMI, SDIO, I2S, and real-time Ethernet 100M/1G.
  • Prior specification and development experience with protocol bridging, aggregator, and interface expander solutions, whether MCU-based or hardware-FSM-based.
  • Experience with IEEE 1722- and IEEE 1588-based implementations.
  • A good understanding of mobile, data center, robotics, and embedded/Internet of Things system architectures.
  • Ability to collaborate strategically with partners and original equipment manufacturers to develop innovative proposals and new architectures.
  • Active participation in and contribution to standardization efforts.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication and teamwork skills, and ability to work with cross-functional teams.
  • A Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering is required.

Responsibilities

  • Identify new markets and emerging application trends to define roadmaps for innovative protocol bridges, interface aggregators, and connectivity hub solutions.
  • Translate customer requirements into product specifications with compelling value propositions and competitive advantages, and engage with customers to understand their system and product requirements.
  • Conduct competitive technical analysis and benchmarking.
  • Collaborate with design and test engineers, applications engineers, and marketing to develop and launch new products on time.
  • Prepare technical documentation, including product specifications, datasheets, white papers, presentations, and application notes, and develop product demonstrations highlighting product value propositions and advantages.
  • Oversee development of application reference circuits and demonstration boards.
  • Provide technical guidance and support for complex customer issues to secure design-ins.
  • Provide application support and technical training for key customers and field application engineers.
  • Collaborate with product marketing and customer account teams by providing technical expertise, assisting with customer engagements, and supporting marketing campaigns.

Desired Qualifications

  • Working knowledge of timestamping and security/encryption.
  • Prior experience developing SystemC function models.
  • Timing-accurate modeling experience.
  • A Master of Science in Electrical Engineering is desirable.

About the Company

NXP Semiconductors

Automotive semiconductors and secure embedded solutions

NXP Semiconductors designs and sells semiconductor chips for vehicles and other devices. Its products include automotive-grade microcontrollers and other ICs used in engines, infotainment, safety systems, and networked car architectures. These chips process data, run software, and enable features such as advanced driver assistance and vehicle connectivity, often with strong security and real-time performance. Unlike some peers, NXP became an independent company after Philips spun off its semiconductor unit in 2006 and later merged with Freescale in 2015, building a focused strength in automotive semiconductors and microcontrollers. This gives it a clear niche in the market and the goal of growing as a standalone leader in smarter, connected vehicles and related technologies.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Eindhoven, Netherlands
Founded
2004

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