Microchip Technology Inc. · 19 hours ago
Engineer II - Software (Platform)
Boulder, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$70K/yr - $143K/yr
2+ years expMicrochip Technology Inc. is a leader in precise time solutions and is seeking an Engineer II - Software (Platform) to contribute to R&D programs in timing and communications systems. This hands-on technical position involves managing OS-level updates, addressing vulnerabilities, and driving automation in build and release processes.
AutomotiveManufacturingSemiconductorWireless
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen OnlyHiring Manager
Bryant Roe
Responsibilities
Own and manage the process for updating the Red Hat Linux operating system used in our products
Track and integrate upstream patches, including critical CVE/security fixes
Collaborate with product and security teams to evaluate and respond to OS-level vulnerabilities
Automate OS builds and testing processes using scripting or CI/CD tools
Maintain documentation for OS update processes and compliance requirements
Perform integration testing to validate new OS builds on target hardware
Comfortable debugging low-level system issues and working closely with hardware teams
Troubleshoot system-level issues across build, boot, and runtime phases
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or similar degree from an accredited university and 2.5 - 5 years of professional software engineering experience
Own and manage the process for updating the Red Hat Linux operating system used in our products
Track and integrate upstream patches, including critical CVE/security fixes
Collaborate with product and security teams to evaluate and respond to OS-level vulnerabilities
Automate OS builds and testing processes using scripting or CI/CD tools
Strong scripting skills (Bash, Python, or similar)
Maintain documentation for OS update processes and compliance requirements
Perform integration testing to validate new OS builds on target hardware
Comfortable debugging low-level system issues and working closely with hardware teams
Troubleshoot system-level issues across build, boot, and runtime phases
Solid understanding of Linux networking (interfaces, routing, firewalls, tools like ip, netstat, tcpdump)
Proficiency with distributed source control libraries and workflows
US citizenship
Active TS/SCI clearance or ability to obtain one
Preferred
Linux build experience with Yocto Project (BitBake, layers, recipes, meta-layers, etc.)
Knowledge of kernel configuration, device trees, and bootloaders (e.g., U-Boot)
Experience with secure boot and device provisioning
Benefits
Wellness & Medical Benefits effective on your First Day of Employment
Gold Standard in Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Benefits
Quarterly Employee Cash Bonus Plan
Restricted Stock Grant
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
401K Retirement Savings Plan
Spending Accounts
Life Insurance
Long Term Care
Legal
Employee Assistance Plan
Vacation Pay
Absence Time - "Sick Pay"
10 Paid Holidays
Company
Microchip Technology Inc.
Microchip Technology Inc. is a leading semiconductor supplier of smart, connected and secure embedded control solutions.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.42BKey Investors
Opportunity Now ColoradoSevenBridge Financial GroupSequoia Capital
2025-03-21Post Ipo Equity· $1.32B
2024-05-29Post Ipo Debt· $1.1B
2024-03-19Grant· $1.06M
Leadership Team
Steve Sanghi
CEO and President
Rich Simoncic
Chief Operating Officer
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