Sr. Principal Systems Architect

Position: Sr. Principal Systems Architect

Location: Austin, TX or San Jose, CA

Role: Full-time on-site

Relocation: Offered in the US

Visa: Accepted

Overview: This role focuses on leading the design and development of cutting-edge, low-power, machine learning (ML)-oriented, and connected microcontroller (MCU) products. The position requires a seasoned technical expert in system-on-chip (SoC) architecture, with significant knowledge in low power systems, ML, and wireless technologies (such as Bluetooth and Wi-Fi). Ideal candidates possess a proactive mindset, excellent technical skills, and outstanding communication and documentation abilities.

Responsibilities:

Develop and lead the architecture for innovative, low-power, ML-driven, connected MCU products.

Analyze and define product performance, power consumption, and area requirements from a system-level perspective.

Collaborate with product management teams and customers to establish product requirements and roadmaps.

Provide technical evaluations of emerging markets and products to guide business strategies.

Build and maintain strategic relationships with customers and vendors.

Coordinate product and platform roadmap requirements with the Platform Architecture team.

Align product development needs with IP roadmap through close coordination with IP teams.

Collaborate with software teams to ensure seamless and efficient hardware/software interfacing.

Guide design teams in delivering SoC and IP solutions, including design, verification, and implementation.

Drive continual process improvements in design methodologies and workflows.

Contribute innovative ideas to support patent creation and development of differentiated solutions.

Requirements:

A Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE); a Master’s degree (MSEE) is preferred.

Over 20 years of experience in SoC and systems architecture.

Hands-on expertise in product architecture and familiarity with advanced technology nodes (40nm and below).

Proven ability to work across functional teams and navigate hardware, software, and system trade-offs effectively.

Exceptional analytical skills coupled with the ability to prioritize and make informed decisions.

A high-energy, results-driven mindset with a proactive attitude and a strong commitment to goal achievement.

Continuous learner with an innovative approach to solving technical challenges.