{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"c40506927fc790e13a94768b","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/c40506927fc790e13a94768b","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/c40506927fc790e13a94768b","title":"Principal Engineer - Systems","description":"Are you looking for a unique opportunity to be a part of something great? Want to join a 17,000-member team that works on the technology that powers the world around us? Looking for an atmosphere of trust, empowerment, respect, diversity, and communication? How about an opportunity to own a piece of a multi-billion dollar (with a B!) global organization? We offer all that and more at Microchip Technology Inc.\nPeople come to work at Microchip because we help design the technology that runs the world. They stay because our culture supports their growth and stability. They are challenged and driven by an incredible array of products and solutions with unlimited career potential. Microchip’s nationally-recognized Leadership Passage Programs support career growth where we proudly enroll over a thousand people annually. We take pride in our commitment to employee development, values-based decision making, and strong sense of community, driven by our\nVision, Mission, and 11 Guiding Values\n; we affectionately refer to it as the Aggregate System and it’s won us countless awards for diversity and workplace excellence.\nOur company is built by dedicated team players who love to challenge the status quo; we did not achieve record revenue and over\n30 years of quarterly profitability\nwithout a great team dedicated to empowering innovation. People like you.\nVisit our\ncareers\npage to see what exciting opportunities and company\nperks\nawait!\nJob Description:\nMicrochip Technologies, Inc (NASDAQ: MCHP), Frequency and Timing Systems is a world leader in precise time solutions and sets the world's standard for time. The company generates, distributes and applies precise time for the communications, aerospace/defense, IT infrastructure, and metrology industries. Microchip's customers, from communications service providers and network equipment manufacturers to governments and their suppliers worldwide, are able to build more reliable networks and systems by using the company's advanced timing technologies, atomic clocks, services, and solutions. Microchip products support today's precise timing standards, including GPS-based timing, IEEE 1588 (PTP), Network Time Protocol (NTP), and Synchronous Ethernet.\n\nFrequency and Timing Systems is expanding with new contracts in the areas of digital signal processing, satellite communications, airborne timing, and navigation systems. Our Government Systems group in Boulder, CO is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to manage and contribute to R&D programs in the field of timing and communications systems. This position is a fit for someone that enjoys technical achievement, cooperative research, never ending chances to learn, and a friendly team environment. You will participate in a wide variety of projects. The opportunity requires the candidate to be a self-motivated person who is proactive and goal oriented. Join our team and be a part of the fast-growing, cutting-edge technology.\nRequirements/Qualifications:\nEssential Responsibilities:\nEngineer embedded systems and algorithms for time, position, and RF communications using the systems design methodology of requirements definition, design, implementation, and validation of the system\nCollaborate with hardware, software, FPGA, and mechanical engineers to develop solutions that meet or exceed customers’ requirements\nCoordinate with Manufacturing and Quality Engineers to introduce and release new products\nWork with System Integration to help with installation of equipment at customer sites worldwide\nUp to 15% Travel\nJob Requirements:\nBachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university\nTypically 10+ years’ experience in the Systems Engineering process, including requirements definition, design, implementation, verification, and test\nEstablished track record of technical leadership and detailed individual contribution\nExperience with simulation, data processing, and analysis using Python and/or MATLAB\nFamiliarity with digital test equipment (i.e. Oscilloscope, Spectrum Analyzer, Multi-Meter)\nGreat written and verbal communication skills\nGreat interpersonal skills\nUS Citizenship Required\nPreferred Qualifications:\nEstablished expertise in digital signal processing, control system design, linear system analysis, or statistical classification algorithms\nAbility to efficiently operate in a Linux/Unix environment\nKnowledge of microprocessors, memory devices, and logic devices\nFamiliarity with precise timing applications and components including oscillators, time measurement circuits, and GPS receivers\nExperience successfully executing government programs with formal documentation and review deliverables, including System Requirements Review, Preliminary Design Review, Critical Design Review, and Test Readiness Review\nActive TS/SCI clearance or ability to obtain one\nBenefits\nWellness & Medical Benefits effective on your First Day of Employment\nGold Standard in Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Benefits\nQuarterly Employee Cash Bonus Plan\nRestricted Stock Grant\nEmployee Stock Purchase Plan\nTuition Reimbursement\n401K Retirement Savings Plan\nSpending Accounts\nLife Insurance\nLong Term Care\nLegal\nEmployee Assistance Plan\n\nPaid Time Off\nVacation Pay\nAbsence Time - \"Sick Pay\"\n10 Paid Holidays\nU.S. Export Controls Requirements: This job requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by the export laws of the United States. Candidates are required to provide proof of either US citizenship, Permanent US residency or classification as a protected individual as defined in 8 USC 1324b (a) (3).\nTravel Time:\n0% - 25%\nPhysical Attributes:\nBending at Waist, Carrying, Crouching, Handling, Hearing, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Seeing, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around Others\nPhysical Requirements:\n70% sitting; 15% walking; 15% standing; 100% in doors; Usual business hours\nPay Range:\nWe offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive base pay, restricted stock units, and quarterly bonus payments. In addition to these components, our package includes health benefits that begin day one, retirement savings plans, and an industry leading ESPP program with a 2 year look back feature. Find more information about all our benefits at the link below:\nBenefits of working at Microchip\nThe annual base salary range for this position, which could be performed in Colorado, is $70,000-$163,000.*\nRange is dependent on numerous factors including job location, skills and experience.\nApplication window will remain open until qualified candidates have been identified.\nMicrochip Technology Inc is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.\n\nFor more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to the\nKnow Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster\n.\nTo all recruitment agencies: Microchip Technology Inc. does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our recruiting team or other Microchip employees. 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Want to join a 17,000-member team that works on the technology that powers the world around us? Looking for an atmosphere of trust, empowerment, respect, diversity, and communication? How about an opportunity to own a piece of a multi-billion dollar (with a B!) global organization? We offer all that and more at Microchip Technology Inc.\nPeople come to work at Microchip because we help design the technology that runs the world. They stay because our culture supports their growth and stability. They are challenged and driven by an incredible array of products and solutions with unlimited career potential. Microchip’s nationally-recognized Leadership Passage Programs support career growth where we proudly enroll over a thousand people annually. We take pride in our commitment to employee development, values-based decision making, and strong sense of community, driven by our\nVision, Mission, and 11 Guiding Values\n; we affectionately refer to it as the Aggregate System and it’s won us countless awards for diversity and workplace excellence.\nOur company is built by dedicated team players who love to challenge the status quo; we did not achieve record revenue and over\n30 years of quarterly profitability\nwithout a great team dedicated to empowering innovation. People like you.\nVisit our\ncareers\npage to see what exciting opportunities and company\nperks\nawait!\nJob Description:\nMicrochip Technologies, Inc (NASDAQ: MCHP), Frequency and Timing Systems is a world leader in precise time solutions and sets the world's standard for time. The company generates, distributes and applies precise time for the communications, aerospace/defense, IT infrastructure, and metrology industries. Microchip's customers, from communications service providers and network equipment manufacturers to governments and their suppliers worldwide, are able to build more reliable networks and systems by using the company's advanced timing technologies, atomic clocks, services, and solutions. Microchip products support today's precise timing standards, including GPS-based timing, IEEE 1588 (PTP), Network Time Protocol (NTP), and Synchronous Ethernet.\n\nFrequency and Timing Systems is expanding with new contracts in the areas of digital signal processing, satellite communications, airborne timing, and navigation systems. Our Government Systems group in Boulder, CO is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to manage and contribute to R&D programs in the field of timing and communications systems. This position is a fit for someone that enjoys technical achievement, cooperative research, never ending chances to learn, and a friendly team environment. You will participate in a wide variety of projects. The opportunity requires the candidate to be a self-motivated person who is proactive and goal oriented. Join our team and be a part of the fast-growing, cutting-edge technology.\nRequirements/Qualifications:\nEssential Responsibilities:\nEngineer embedded systems and algorithms for time, position, and RF communications using the systems design methodology of requirements definition, design, implementation, and validation of the system\nCollaborate with hardware, software, FPGA, and mechanical engineers to develop solutions that meet or exceed customers’ requirements\nCoordinate with Manufacturing and Quality Engineers to introduce and release new products\nWork with System Integration to help with installation of equipment at customer sites worldwide\nUp to 15% Travel\nJob Requirements:\nBachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university\nTypically 10+ years’ experience in the Systems Engineering process, including requirements definition, design, implementation, verification, and test\nEstablished track record of technical leadership and detailed individual contribution\nExperience with simulation, data processing, and analysis using Python and/or MATLAB\nFamiliarity with digital test equipment (i.e. Oscilloscope, Spectrum Analyzer, Multi-Meter)\nGreat written and verbal communication skills\nGreat interpersonal skills\nUS Citizenship Required\nPreferred Qualifications:\nEstablished expertise in digital signal processing, control system design, linear system analysis, or statistical classification algorithms\nAbility to efficiently operate in a Linux/Unix environment\nKnowledge of microprocessors, memory devices, and logic devices\nFamiliarity with precise timing applications and components including oscillators, time measurement circuits, and GPS receivers\nExperience successfully executing government programs with formal documentation and review deliverables, including System Requirements Review, Preliminary Design Review, Critical Design Review, and Test Readiness Review\nActive TS/SCI clearance or ability to obtain one\nBenefits\nWellness & Medical Benefits effective on your First Day of Employment\nGold Standard in Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Benefits\nQuarterly Employee Cash Bonus Plan\nRestricted Stock Grant\nEmployee Stock Purchase Plan\nTuition Reimbursement\n401K Retirement Savings Plan\nSpending Accounts\nLife Insurance\nLong Term Care\nLegal\nEmployee Assistance Plan\n\nPaid Time Off\nVacation Pay\nAbsence Time - \"Sick Pay\"\n10 Paid Holidays\nU.S. Export Controls Requirements: This job requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by the export laws of the United States. Candidates are required to provide proof of either US citizenship, Permanent US residency or classification as a protected individual as defined in 8 USC 1324b (a) (3).\nTravel Time:\n0% - 25%\nPhysical Attributes:\nBending at Waist, Carrying, Crouching, Handling, Hearing, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Seeing, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around Others\nPhysical Requirements:\n70% sitting; 15% walking; 15% standing; 100% in doors; Usual business hours\nPay Range:\nWe offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive base pay, restricted stock units, and quarterly bonus payments. In addition to these components, our package includes health benefits that begin day one, retirement savings plans, and an industry leading ESPP program with a 2 year look back feature. Find more information about all our benefits at the link below:\nBenefits of working at Microchip\nThe annual base salary range for this position, which could be performed in Colorado, is $70,000-$163,000.*\nRange is dependent on numerous factors including job location, skills and experience.\nApplication window will remain open until qualified candidates have been identified.\nMicrochip Technology Inc is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.\n\nFor more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to the\nKnow Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster\n.\nTo all recruitment agencies: Microchip Technology Inc. does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our recruiting team or other Microchip employees. Microchip is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.","datePosted":"2026-04-14T10:21:18.633Z","dateModified":"2026-04-14T10:21:18.633Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Microchiptechnology","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Boulder","addressRegion":"CO","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"c40506927fc790e13a94768b"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/c40506927fc790e13a94768b"}}