GlobalFoundries · 10 hours ago
Applications Lead
Santa Clara, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$136K/yr - $232K/yr
5+ years expGlobalFoundries is seeking an experienced Application Engineer with a strong foundation in embedded hardware/software development in motor control and robotics motion actuator systems. The role involves bridging engineering and customer application domains, supporting advanced robotics and motion control product design through hands-on system development and customer engagement.
ElectronicsManufacturingSemiconductor
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and validate motor control and actuator control systems for robotics and automation applications
Implement and optimize embedded firmware in C/C++ for 32-bit microcontrollers (ARM Cortex-M, TI C2000, NXP, ST, etc.)
Perform hardware board development, bring-up, and debugging, including interface validation (SPI, CAN, I2C, UART, PWM, ADC)
Integrate and tune control algorithms (FOC, position/velocity/torque loops, sensorless control)
Support motion control system design for humanoid robots, manipulators, and mobile platforms
Collaborate with hardware, firmware, and mechanical teams for end-to-end system performance optimization
Develop customer-facing application collaterals—including technical notes, reference designs, application examples, and demo documentation
Provide technical support to customers and internal teams for motor control products, evaluation boards, and reference designs
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, or Robotics Engineering
5+ years of experience in embedded systems and motion control application development
Proven experience in motor control (BLDC, PMSM, stepper, or DC motors) and actuator drive systems
Hands-on experience in embedded C/C++ development, real-time debugging, and microcontroller toolchains
Solid understanding of control theory, power electronics, and system dynamics
Strong experience in hardware design review, board bring-up, and system testing
Excellent communication and documentation skills for creating technical marketing and application content
Preferred
Experience with robotics motion control systems (humanoids, industrial arms, AGVs, AMRs)
Familiarity with motor drivers, encoders, and feedback sensors
Exposure to real-time control environments (RTOS, FreeRTOS, TI-RTOS)
Experience with simulation and modeling tools (MATLAB/Simulink, LabVIEW)
Understanding of industrial or automotive communication protocols (CAN, EtherCAT, RS485)
Experience developing demo applications, product collateral, or reference documentation for customers
Experienced in supporting vertical customers in Automotive and Industrial markets
Company
GlobalFoundries
GlobalFoundries is a full-service semiconductor foundry that manufactures integrated circuits in high volume.
10001+ employees
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