Firmware Engineer II at Microchip Technology Inc.

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Job DescriptionFirmware Engineer – FPGA Division – Dublin or CorkJoin us and help shape the future of low-power, secure, instant-on technology.Are you excited by the idea of working close to the hardware, building foundational firmware, and contributing to technologies that power electric vehicles, spacecraft, industrial automation, and next-gen communications?

If so, you'll love what we do.

Who We AreOur FPGA Division develops industry-leading low- and mid-range density FPGAs known for:

• 30–50% lower power consumption
• Advanced, built-in security features
• Radiation immunity
• Instant-on, non-volatile technology

Our devices enable high-bandwidth, high-reliability systems inEVs, IoT infrastructure, aerospace, industrial automation, and defence.

What You'll DoAs aFirmware Engineer, you'll work alongside senior designers and architects to build the firmware at the heart of our FPGAs. This is the code that brings our devices to life—controlling configuration, startup, runtime services, and cutting-edge security features.

Expect To Develop and maintain device firmware

Help shape firmware architecture and design

Work directly with hardware and verification teams

Support silicon bring-up, debug, and validation

Collaborate on advanced security protocols and cryptographic accelerators

Use simulation and FPGA emulation for early firmware testing

If you're looking for a role where firmware and hardware meet—and where you can truly see the impact of your work—this is it.

Why You'll Love This RoleGreat Career Growth Opportunity:You'll gain visibility into almost every part of FPGA design and operation.

Hands-on with hardware:Tight firmware/hardware integration means you won't be stuck in abstract code—expect real firmware/hardware debugging.

Cutting-edge security:Work with cryptographic engines and secure boot features.

High impact:Firmware is central to our product—your contributions matter.

Great mentorship:Collaborate closely with experienced engineers invested in your growth.

Career Development:Avail of a wide range of personal, professional and technical development programs

Compensation and Benefits:Competitive salary, bonus scheme, shares, health insurance, pension scheme with employer pension contributions, and more

Requirements/Qualifications What You Bring

• Master's in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
• 1-2+ years relevant industry experience preferable
• Strong C programming skills
• Familiarity with assembly language
• Curiosity, problem-solving mindset, and strong communication skills
• You can demonstrate strong initiative and excel both independently and as part of a team
• Bonus points if you know Verilog, have used logic simulators, or have hands-on experience with FPGAs or lab equipment

Ready to Build the Future of FPGAs?If you're excited by embedded systems, love understanding how hardware works, and want a role with growth, impact, and cutting-edge tech—you'll thrive here.

Apply today and join a team shaping the future of secure, low-power programmable logic.Travel TimeNo Travel

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Job Info:

• Company: Microchip Technology Inc.
• Position: Firmware Engineer II
• Work Location: Cork
• Country: IE

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