Senior Principal Product Definer

Job Description

Renesas’s CMSD (Configurable Mixed Signal Division) is seeking a highly experienced product definer with expertise in high performance analog & data converter applications. CMSD develops highly configurable mixed-signal products (GreenPAKTM , GreenFETTM, PowerGreenPAKTM, and ForgeFPGATM families) for a wide range of applications such as consumer, industrial, computing, and automotive applications. A successful candidate will have in-depth system-level understanding and knowledge about semiconductor, hardware, and software development for high performance analog and mixed-signal systems in consumer, industrial, and automotive applications. The candidate will be responsible for researching technical trends and defining innovative high performance analog devices. Also, he or she will work closely with customers’ system engineering, hardware, and software teams to help define and use Renesas’s products. We are looking for someone who can build close working relationships with key customers as well as Renesas’s sales and FAE teams to define innovative products that can solve customers’ problems by understanding their needs or technical challenges customers are facing. The candidate will be responsible for conducting feasibility studies and taking the proposed product concept/ideas into a technical document (objective specification) that are the inputs to IC design teams. Responsibilities: Listen, fully understand, and anticipate the needs of our current and prospective customers. Work with marketing team to define product roadmap and ensure that we have a plan for sustainable differentiation in the product category. Work with design to conduct feasibility studies for high performance amplifiers, ADC, and DAC IP developments. Identify new product ideas and convert them into objective specifications that can solve customer problems creatively (avoid non-competitive ‘me-too’ approaches). Work closely with design, apps, marketing, sales/FAE and even customers throughout the product development process to ensure product development and customer’s engagement remains on track. Own objective specifications and author preliminary & production datasheets. Qualifications

Education:

BSEE/MSEE degree or advanced degree plus minimum 15 years of experience in high performance analog applications with consistent track record of results. In-depth knowledge in programmable gain amplifier, ADC, and DAC applications. Intimate knowledge of various power conversion architectures is a plus. Experience in proposing, defining, and developing semiconductor products. Ability to understand the customers’ problems and needs, and to propose a solution. Comprehensive understanding about customers’ systems and key requirements for high performance data conversion. Hands-on skills with lab equipment to debug and evaluate high performance analog products. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to manage conflicts and meet deadlines. Additional Information

The expected annual pay range for this position is $220K- $275K. This position is also eligible for bonus opportunities. Please note that final offer amount will be dependent on geographic location, applicable experience, and skillset of the candidate. Renesas offers a full range of elective benefits including medical, health savings account (with applicable medical plan), dental, vision, health and/or dependent care flexible spending accounts, pre-tax commuter benefits, life insurance, AD&D, and pet insurance. In addition to elective benefit options, benefited employees receive company-paid life insurance and AD&D, LTD, short term medical benefits as well as paid sick time, paid holidays, and accrued paid vacation. New employees will attend a detailed benefit orientation to learn more about our many benefits and resources. 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. Renesas Electronics deals with dual-use technology that is subject to U.S. export controls regulations. Under these regulations it may be necessary for Renesas to obtain 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. Employment Type: Regular (PERM)Remote Work Available: No