Field Application Engineer - Microcontrollers

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced engineer to join our Customer Application Support team! You will serve in the critical capacity of engaging with a broad range of IoT, Industrial and Healthcare customers to support deployment of the latest silicon technology into the next generation of devices. Responsibilities Embedded software development expertise Independent development and presentation of cross‑functional system solutions including concepts, silicon design, and validation plans designed to meet customer needs Opportunity identification, software bring‑up, bench build, software porting, custom pre‑development, schematic & PCB design reviews Issue root‑cause identification and driving resolution cross‑functionally within the company and with customers as well as supply‑base partners Disciplined project management of cross‑functional enterprise plans to completion on time in accordance with customer expectations Customer & NXP colleague technical training for products within scope of responsibility Provide product development feedback to NXP's engineering and product development teams, influencing future product offerings Receive ongoing training, mentorship, and opportunities for innovation projects Build long‑term relationships with FAE colleagues and other disciplines to accomplish customer objectives Qualifications Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent Minimum 5 years of development engineering or applications support of microcontroller‑based embedded systems Experience with C and C++ and a record of developing embedded firmware Demonstrated knowledge of typical SoC hardware interfaces (Ethernet, MIPI, SDIO, LP DDR3/4, Quad/Octal SPI, USB, UART, SPI, I2C, I3C) Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to present complex technical information to both technical and non‑technical audiences, and strong interpersonal skills Ability to personally troubleshoot technical issues, analyze data and schematics, and develop effective solutions Willing to travel (up to 25%) Bonus Skills Knowledge of ARM Cortex processors AI model development/deployment Experience in IoT, Healthcare and Industrial electronics and software development Familiarity with security – secure boot, data encryption, lifecycle management Experience using Real‑Time OS systems: FreeRTOS and Zephyr Firsthand knowledge of graphics and video subsystems and related software drivers Experience as a Field Application Engineer Benefits Training and Development: access to ongoing training, mentorship from industry leaders, and opportunities to work on projects that push the boundaries of innovation. Collaboration: long‑term relationships with FAE colleagues, R&D, marketing, and sales. Equal Opportunity Employment NXP is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer regardless of age, color, national origin, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, status as a disabled veteran and/or veteran of the Vietnam Era or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, NXP will provide reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified disabled individuals. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dormont Manufacturing Co