Principal Engineer- Software AI/ML

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Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced, dynamic software engineer to develop AI models within our AI/ML software platform for edge computing. The candidate will develop various AI models for our edge AI hardware products.  The candidate should have strong software engineering skills, AI model development experience or applicable experience in applying AI models and algorithms in various edge, cloud or LLM environments using industry available frameworks and languages such as Pytorch, Python, or ONNX.  Join our growing Edge AI team!

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in the design, development, and implementation of new and existing AI models using JavaScript, TypeScript, C/C++, and Python languages in an AI application across the various Edge AI hardware platforms.

• Create and define AI models in various platforms using TFLite, Tensorflow, ONNX, Pytorch and C/C++ based technologies.

• Design and implementation of AI/ML applications, models and algorithms optimized for edge computing environments in our cloud-based development and application space.

• Work closely with product management to help define project requirements, milestones, and deliverables.

• Work with applications software engineers to develop methodologies in gathering, applying and evaluating data for consumption by AI models running on Edge AI hardware.

• Work with software engineering team to implement accelerated AI training software platforms.

• Develop and tune AI models for efficient execution on hardware platforms.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across the company to analyze project requirements and propose innovative solutions.

• Utilize best practices in software development, including code reviews, unit testing, integration and continuous integration.

• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code, adhering to best practices and coding standards.

• Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve software defects and issues.

• Assist with the documentation of software solutions, including technical specifications and user guides.

• Work with customers and provide support to end-users when necessary.

• Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in AI/ML and edge computing technologies to ensure our solutions remain at the cutting edge.

• Work in a team environment, developing and fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related field.

• 10 years of experience in software development with 2+ years of specific AI/ML software development.

• Proficient knowledge in using machine learning development languages, tools and frameworks, such as the MPLAB Machine Learning Development Suite and Python AI/ML libraries using TensorFlow/TFLite, Pytorch, Keras, and ONNX.

• Experience with Agile DevOps/SecDevOps/Git SCM software development lifecycle workflow in a cloud-based application. 

• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming principles and design patterns.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Eagerness to learn, adapt, and take on new challenges.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or Doctorate in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related field.

• Familiarity with cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP, OCI) and edge-to-cloud integration.

• Experience in front-end web development using HTML, React, Angular, JavaScript or Node.js languages.

• Experience with web development using languages and technologies such as Python, PHP, Angular.js, React.js, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, JSON, XML/YAML and OAuth API communication methods.

• Familiarity with SQL and database design concepts.

• Knowledge of hosting cloud applications in AWS using AWS tools and release applications.

• Knowledge of ansible, chef, or Jenkins deployment languages in a cloud-based application environment.

• Knowledge of scripting languages (Bash, Shell, Perl) for data manipulation and management.

• Knowledge of data collection, preprocessing, and training neural networks in data centers.

• Solid understanding of edge computing architectures, including IoT devices, embedded systems, and real-time processing.

• Experience with edge computing platforms and optimizing AI/ML models for resource-constrained devices.

• Knowledge of signal processing and analysis in an ML framework.

• Knowledge of security and privacy considerations in edge computing and cyber security development and analysis methods using ISO-21434 workflow requirements.

• Understanding of Functional Safety Development and analysis methods using ISO-26262 workflow requirements.

Travel Time:

0% - 25%

Physical Attributes:

Feeling, Hearing, Seeing, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around Others

Physical Requirements:

80% sitting, 10% walking, 10% standing

Pay Range:

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive base pay, restricted stock units, and quarterly bonus payments. In addition to these components, our package includes health benefits that begin day one, retirement savings plans, and an industry leading ESPP program with a 2 year look back feature. Find more information about all our benefits at the link below:

Benefits of working at Microchip

The annual base salary range for this position, which could be performed in the US, is $75,000 - $232,000.*

Microchip Technology Inc is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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