Staff Software Engineer

Job Description The Software Team is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to help bridge the gap between complex hardware and exceptional customer experience. In this role, you will collaborate across disciplines interfacing directly with IC design, firmware, and marketing teams to build intuitive, customer‑facing software that unlocks the full potential of our silicon. As part of one of Renesas’s fastest‑growing product lines, your work will directly impact how clients interact with our next‑generation SoC technology. If you thrive on cross‑functional problem solving, master multiple programming paradigms, and want to work in an environment with zero artificial barriers to your growth, we want to hear from you. Responsibilities Design, develop, test, and maintain software that meets the needs of both customers and internal teams Gather and drive clarity on software requirements from diverse groups including customers, application engineers, hardware, and firmware engineers Contribute to both existing and new projects, covering a broad range of languages and scope. We use Java, Kotlin and Python, Typescript/React Collaborate with applications and systems engineers to troubleshoot systems failures and propose software remedies Participate in code reviews for fellow team members Qualifications 8+ years of software development experience covering breadth and depth Technical expertise in Java programming language with strong preference for those with Kotlin knowledge Experience with JavaFX or GUI development very strongly preferred including exposure to JavaScript or TypeScript Ability to investigate and apply new technologies to enhance the developer experience Executes creative software solutions, design, development and technical troubleshooting with ability to think beyond routine or conventional approaches to build solutions or break down technical problems Strong understanding of Software Architecture and Design principles, Behavior-Driven Development and unit testing Must have highly developed written and verbal cross‑functional communication skills Understanding of DevOps including JIRA, Confluence and GitLab preferred Experience with basic electronics, microcontroller programming and bus communications strongly preferred Education Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering Equal Opportunity Renesas Electronics is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to celebrating 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 federal, state or local law. Renesas Electronics deals with dual‑use technology that is subject to U.S. export control regulations. Under these regulations, it may be necessary for Renesas to obtain a U.S. government export license prior to release of technology to certain persons. The decision whether or not to file or pursue an export license application is at the sole discretion of Renesas. #J-18808-Ljbffr