Renesas is one of the top global semiconductor companies in the world. We strive to develop a safer, healthier, greener, and smarter world, and our goal is to make every endpoint intelligent by offering product solutions in the automotive, industrial, infrastructure and IoT markets. Our robust product portfolio includes world leading MCUs, SoCs, Analog and power products, plus Winning Combination solutions that curate these complementary products. We are a key supplier to the world's leading manufacturers of electronics you rely on every day; you may not see our products, but they are all around you.

Renesas employs roughly 21,000 people in more than 30 countries worldwide. As a global team, our employees actively embody the Renesas Culture, our guiding principles based on five key elements: Transparent, Agile, Global, Innovative, and Entrepreneurial. Renesas believes in, and has a commitment to, diversity and inclusion, with initiatives and a leadership team dedicated to its resources and values. At Renesas, we want to build a sustainable future where technology helps make our lives easier. Join us and build your future by being part of what's next in electronics and the world.

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced SoC Architecture Engineer for high performance SOCs & MCUs, to support the Technical Project Leaders and SOC Architecture organization working closely with business, product marketing, system architects, SOC design architects and designers, software architects and developers.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to

Work in SOC Architecture team that will define the SOC/MCU architecture and detailed technical specifications from product requirements provided by business and product marketing organizations.
Work closely with SOC & MCU vertical Chip developments and silicon design teams in ensuring predictable; on-schedule; high quality; first-time-right executions working in close alignment with business/customer, product marketing, program management, manufacturing team, Software, FuSa, cyber security etc.
Define-Own-Deliver the implementation spec that meets KPI & product requirement, including the specification compliance – ensuring coverage from verification, validation, characterization and test. Then reviewing the outcomes to make sure the product is compliant.
Experience working on advanced automotive high performance SOCs/vehicle computers/SDVs/MCUs highly desired.
Work closely with R&D teams in defining and adjusting the SoC architecture based on challenges seen during implementation.
IP selection and make/buy decisions are a key factor for this role.
Experience in SERDES/Interconnect/NPU/GPU/Imaging/Debug/ clocking and reset architecture will be highly helpful.

Qualifications

Can – do attitude, openness to new environment, people and culture.
Background in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering or Computer Science
System and Architecture level background is a must.
At least 18+ years of experience in working across different architecture domains.
Strong communication skills (written and verbal), problem solving, teamwork, attention to detail, commitment to task, and quality focus.
Strong drive & ability to coordinate work across a cross functional, highly experienced global teams.

Additional Information

Renesas is an embedded semiconductor solution provider driven by its Purpose, To Make Our Lives Easier. With a global team of over 21,000 engineers and problem solvers in more than 30 countries, we offer the opportunity to work on world‑leading technology for Automotive, Industrial, Infrastructure, and IoT, shaping a safer, healthier, greener, and smarter future.

At Renesas, TAGIE is our culture, grounded in being Transparent, Agile, Global, Innovative, and Entrepreneurial. It shapes how we work, grow and deliver on our purpose together. This collaborative spirit and mindset drive our semiconductor technology to transform industries and impact millions of lives.

We believe in rewarding our employees with a competitive benefits package alongside their salary. More information will be provided during the hiring process.

Are you ready to join our team and shape the future with us

Renesas Electronics is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to supporting diversity and fostering a work environment free of discrimination on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. For more information, please read our Diversity & Inclusion Statement.

Sr Principal Engineer, MCU Chip Lead