Applications Engineer I

We are Silicon Labs. We are a leader in secure, intelligent wireless technology for a more connected world. Our integrated hardware and software platform, intuitive development tools, unmatched ecosystem and robust support make us the ideal long-term partner in building advanced industrial, commercial, home and life applications. We make it easy for developers to solve complex wireless challenges throughout the product lifecycle and get to market quickly with innovative solutions that transform industries, grow economies and improve lives. 

Meet the Team 

Discover a world of innovation as an Applications Engineer I at Silicon Labs. The Industrial & Commercial Applications team is as global and as diverse as the customers and products we support. We represent multiple continents and numerous cultures and languages. We interface with various internal development, marketing, and business teams to understand problems and solutions holistically. We value individual drive and strengths as much as we value collaboration. We lead investigations and answer questions. We specialize in solving the most complex problems for the most impactful customers who use our IoT solutions. We sharpen our tools every day. Learn more about the IoT solutions you will work on and our company culture on Glassdoor.

Responsibilities  

As a Applications Engineer I on the Industrial & Commercial Applications team at Silicon Labs, you will: 

• Actively help customers with their design and development activities
• Develop example code for various customer use cases
• Collaborate with IC design, software engineering, and marketing teams on product evaluations and new product definitions
• Write and maintain various documentation for customer use – Application Notes, Reference Manuals, Datasheets
• Interact with key customers and help navigate challenges around new designs. Travel to customers as needed.
  
  
  

Skills You Will Need  

Minimum Qualifications:  

• BS/MS/PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
• Strong embedded C programming skills: Ability to troubleshoot and debug code, devices, and systems
• Understanding of embedded peripherals, such as ADC, DAC, SPI, I2C, UART
• Hardware knowledge to perform schematic and layout reviews for customers
• Strong communication skills to interact with internal and external stakeholders
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Experience with embedded systems (MCU peripherals, analog/digital experience)
  
  
  

The following qualifications will be considered a plus:

• Experience with FreeRTOS, Zephyr, or MicriumOS/µCOS
• Experience with scripting languages (Python, Perl, JavaScript, or UNIX shell script)
• Experience with documentation software such as DITA, Doxygen
• Experience or coursework in security experience, motor control, operating systems. ML/AI
  
  
  

Benefits & Perks

You can look forward to the following benefits:

• Great medical (Choice of PPO or Consumer Driven Health Plan with HSA), dental and vision plans
• Highly competitive salary
• 401k plan with match and Roth plan option
• Equity rewards (RSUs)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Life/AD&D and disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Adoption assistance
• Back-Up childcare
• Additional benefit options (Commuter benefits, Legal benefits, Pet insurance)
• Flexible PTO schedule
• 3 paid volunteer days per year
• Charitable contribution match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Free downtown parking
• Onsite gym
• Monthly wellness offerings
• Free snacks
• Monthly company updates with our CEO
  
  
  

The annualized base pay range for this role is expected to be between $78,050 - $144,950 USD. Actual base pay could vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, geographic location where work will be performed and applicant’s skill set. The base pay is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include an annual cash bonus, equity package and a comprehensive benefits package.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.