Field Application Engineer – Wired Networking

We are seeking a highly motivated, experienced engineer to join our FAE team! Join us to support deployment of industry-leading networking and high-speed communication technologies, including Ethernet, SerDes, PCIe, CAN and LIN, into next-generation automotive and industrial embedded systems. You will join a collaborative, passionate team that values creativity, open communication, and having fun while solving tough problems together developing leading-edge hardware & software solutions.

We support flexible work arrangements and a healthy work-life balance and welcome teams to modern, collaborative workspaces. Ready to make your mark on the future of technology? Apply now and let’s build something amazing together!

Your Role

• Provide technical leadership to sales team covering networking architecture, silicon and product selection, bring-up, and software stack integration for NXP Ethernet switch/PHY, CAN, LIN, and SerDes products.
• Offer design support through schematic and PCB reviews, bench bring-up, debugging, root-cause analysis, and customer troubleshooting.
• Troubleshoot complex issues in the lab (schematics, board bring-up, software drivers) using tools like oscilloscopes, network analyzers and software debug/trace tools.
• Perform validation and performance tuning for Ethernet, CAN, LIN, and SerDes interfaces.
• Deliver on-site and remote proof-of-concept builds using evaluation kits.
• Lead technical training—webinars, workshops, and internal alignment sessions.
• Oversee project coordination across stakeholders, manage timelines, and document deliverables.

Core Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent.
• 5+ years in embedded systems development or application support with microcontroller or SoC platforms.
• Proficient in C/C++ firmware development and debugging with ARM microcontrollers
• Working knowledge of Ethernet controllers, e.g. MAC, PHY, DMA, filters/queues, MDIO, etc.
• Basic understanding of hardware interfaces for CAN, LIN, PCIe, and SerDes
• Strong troubleshooting skills with schematic review, signal analysis, and lab tools.
• Excellent verbal and written communication for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to travel up to 50%.

Specialty & Bonus Skills

• Expert in automotive and industrial networking technologies: Ethernet, CAN / CAN-FD, LIN, PCIe, and high-speed SerDes (e.g., MIPI, PCIe, SGMII, automotive SerDes Alliance standards).
• Experience in silicon bring-up, interface validation, regulatory certification, and protocol stack integration for Ethernet, CAN, LIN, and SerDes.
• Experience with low-latency, deterministic ethernet communication using TSN features including time synchronization (PTP) and traffic shaping protocols.
• Experience with ethernet network segmentation (VLANs) and security (MACsec)
• Familiarity with ARM Cortex MCUs/SoCs and RTOS platforms (FreeRTOS, Zephyr).
• Experience configuring and integrating AUTOSAR MCAL drivers for automotive MCUs.
• Embedded Linux experience (kernel, u-boot, user-space).
• Experience optimizing PCB schematic design and layout for high-speed communication signals, including EMC/EMI for signal integrity.
• Hands-on proficiency with oscilloscopes, spectrum/network analyzers, protocol analyzers.
• Prior experience as a Field Application Engineer or similar customer-facing role.

The base salary range for this position is as mentioned below per year. We also provide competitive benefits, incentive compensation, and/or equity for certain roles.

Company benefits include health. dental, and vision insurance. 401(k), and paid leave. Please note that the base salary range (OR hourly rate) is a guideline, and individual total compensation may vary based on a number of factors such as qualifications, skill level, work location, and other business and organizational needs. This base pay range is specific to California and is not applicable to other locations. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range as of the date of this posting is:

$147,900 to $203,400 annually

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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.

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