Associate Fellow - Architecture

Job Title

Associate Fellow - Architecture

Role Summary

Senior technical leader responsible for defining and driving system and product architecture for semiconductor/IP products. Works with cross-functional teams (design, verification, firmware, product management) to translate requirements into architecture, make trade-offs, and ensure successful implementation.

Experience Level

Senior-level. Years of experience not specified in the source posting.

Responsibilities

Typical responsibilities include:

• Define and own architecture for complex semiconductor systems or IP blocks.
• Lead cross-functional technical discussions and make architecture trade-off decisions.
• Specify system requirements and interfaces; create architecture documentation and block diagrams.
• Collaborate with design, verification, firmware, and product teams to ensure correct implementation.
• Perform architectural evaluations, feasibility studies, and performance/power trade-off analysis.
• Participate in design reviews and guide resolution of technical issues.
• Mentor and provide technical leadership to engineering teams.

Requirements

Key requirements and desirable qualifications.

Must-have

• Proven experience in architecture definition for semiconductor products, systems-on-chip, or IP.
• Deep understanding of digital/SoC design flows and system-level trade-offs (performance, power, area).
• Strong cross-functional communication and leadership skills.
• Experience with specification, documentation, and architecture verification activities.

Nice-to-have

• Experience with verification methodologies, firmware interaction, or physical implementation constraints.
• Track record of published IP or delivered silicon products.

Education Requirements

Not specified.

About the Company

Company: Microchip

Headquarters: Chandler, Arizona, USA

Microchip is a leading semiconductor company focused on developing innovative solutions to enhance the human experience. With a commitment to empowering innovation, Microchip prioritizes the value of its employees by fostering a culture that supports their growth and contributions.