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GlobalFoundries

USA - California - Santa Clara

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On-site

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Full-time

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1w ago

Compensation

$136,200 - $231,600

Required Skills

Embedded C/C++

Motor control

Hardware design

Microcontroller development

Control theory

Power electronics

We are seeking an experienced Application Engineer with a strong foundation embedded hardware/software development in motor control, Robotics motion actuator systems. The ideal candidate will bridge engineering and customer application domains, supporting advanced robotics and motion control product design through hands-on system development, hardware bring-up, and customer engagement.

Experienced Applications Engineer: MCU HW & Embedded

Job Title: Application Engineer – Motor Control & Robotics Motion Systems

Location: Dallas, Tx. Austin, Tx. San Jose CA.

Department: Embedded Systems / Motion Control

Experience Level: Experienced (5+ years preferred)

Employment Type: Full-time

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Application Engineer with a strong foundation embedded hardware/software development inmotor control, Robotics motion actuator systems. The ideal candidate will bridge engineering and customer application domains, supporting advanced robotics and motion control product design through hands-on system development, hardware bring-up, and customer engagement.

Key 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.

Required Qualifications

  • 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 Skills

  • 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.

Why Join Us

  • Be part of a team revolutionizing the next generation of robotics and motion control and mobility systems.
  • Work with cross-functional experts in embedded hardware, control systems, and automation.
  • Competitive compensation, technical leadership opportunities, and a collaborative work environment.

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Expected Salary Range

$136,200.00 - $231,600.00

The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at usaccommodations@gf.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

An offer with Global Foundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.

Global Foundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. Global Foundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory.

All policies and processes which pertain to employees including recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, compensation, benefits, extracurricular programs, and termination are created and implemented without regard to age, ethnicity, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic or category specified by local, state or federal law

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About GlobalFoundries

GlobalFoundries

A full-service semiconductor foundry that manufactures integrated circuits in high volume.

10,001+

Employees

Santa Clara

Headquarters

Reviews

3.4

9 reviews

Work Life Balance

3.2

Compensation

3.1

Culture

3.4

Career

2.8

Management

2.9

65%

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Pros

Good learning experience and knowledge sharing

Decent pay and benefits

Diverse and welcoming culture

Cons

Limited career growth opportunities

Management and communication issues

Cost cutting and layoffs

Salary Ranges

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Junior/L3 · Venture Capitalist

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$89,550

total / year

Base

-

Stock

-

Bonus

-

$76,118

$102,983

Interview Experience

51 interviews

Difficulty

3.3

/ 5

Duration

14-28 weeks

Offer Rate

36%

Experience

Positive 68%

Neutral 20%

Negative 12%

Interview Process

1

Phone Screen

2

Technical Interview

3

Hiring Manager

4

Team Fit

Common Questions

Technical skills

Past experience

Team collaboration

Problem solving