Staff Engineer, System Applications

Job Title

Staff Engineer, System Applications

Role Summary

The System Applications Engineer develops system-level solutions that combine embedded software, FPGA IP, and application software for high-performance RF communication systems and ADEF platforms. This is a customer-facing, cross-functional role that defines, implements, documents, and validates system architectures and delivers technical training and support to field teams and customers.

Experience Level

Senior — minimum 7 years of relevant experience in design, implementation, and support of embedded software for RF communication systems.

Responsibilities

Lead system-level development, integration, and customer enablement activities across hardware, firmware, and software.

• Architect, develop, and maintain embedded software for processor-, FPGA-, and microcontroller-based platforms.
• Develop and integrate FPGA IP and embedded software for system- and application-specific solutions.
• Perform system bring-up, validation, and lab integration, including hardware–software co-debug, RF testing, and performance characterization on ADEF platforms.
• Gather system and application requirements from customers and field teams and translate them into technical solutions and system architectures.
• Collaborate with global engineering, marketing, and applications teams to deliver integrated solutions.
• Provide customer support and contribute to customer enablement and technical training activities.

Requirements

Key technical must-haves and relevant competencies.

• Must-have: Embedded Linux software development experience.
• Strong experience with FPGA-based systems, including FPGA IP development and targeting AMD/Xilinx or Intel (Altera) platforms.
• Proficiency in C, C++, and shell scripting.
• Experience with MATLAB and Simulink for model-based design and code generation.
• Experience with source-code management (Git, SVN), cross-compilers, and in-circuit debugging tools.
• Strong system-level design, problem-solving, and analytical debugging skills.
• Solid understanding of electronics, embedded systems, and RF communication protocols.
• Ability to work independently and effectively within cross-functional teams; capable of producing clear technical documentation.
• Nice-to-have: Hands-on experience with ADEF platforms, RF testing/characterization, and formal customer-facing technical support roles.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's or Master’s degree (BS/MS) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.

About the Company

Company: Analog Devices

Headquarters: Norwood, Massachusetts, USA

Analog Devices is a leading global semiconductor company that bridges the physical and digital worlds, enabling breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. With a focus on innovation, ADI develops solutions that drive advancements in digitized factories, mobility, and digital healthcare. The company employs around 24,000 people globally and reported revenues exceeding $9 billion in FY24, creating technologies that transform lives across various sectors.