Principal Field Application Engineer - Auto MCU

What You'll Do

• Customer Application Support : Required deep understanding on Automotive application and business, providing customer-facing technical support to OEMs, Tier-1 suppliers, and ecosystem partners for NXP Automotive MCU platforms.
• Design-In Enablement : Enable customer design-in activities by guiding hardware and software integration, including Ethernet TSN, CAN-FD, and on-chip security engines such as HSE(HSM).
• Development & Debug Support : Support customers with system bring-up and development, including boot configuration, multi-core initialization, and integration of AUTOSAR MCAL drivers or real-time drivers(RTD).
• System-Level Consulting : Advise customers on system-level architecture topics, including zonal gateway architectures, virtualization, and ECU consolidation strategies for Software-Defined Vehicle(SDV) programs.
• Pre- and Post-Sales Technical Engagement : Deliver technical presentations, demonstrations, proof-of-concept(PoC) evaluations, and technical training materials in support of pre- and post-sales activities.
• Escalation & Issue Management : Drive structured escalation processes for complex technical issues, coordinating with internal teams to ensure timely resolution and customer satisfaction.
• Requirements: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or a related technical field. 7+ years of experience in an FAE, applications engineering, or design engineering role, with a strong focus on automotive microcontrollers.
• Demonstrated expertise with embedded systems design, including ARM Cortex-M/R/A architectures.
• Proficiency in C/C++ programming for embedded systems and experience with common embedded development tools (IDEs, debuggers, compilers).
• Experience with real-time operating systems (FreeRTOS, PX5, or AutoSar OS) and embedded software development methodologies.
• Experience with AUTOSAR MCAL configuration and integration.
• Proficiency with debugging tools (e.g., JTAG debuggers, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers) Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Good English communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Knowledge of automotive MCU security implementation is a plus.
• Willing to travel for customer meeting and technical training.
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