Staff Engineer, Field Applications

Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, and software technologies into solutions that help drive advancements in digitized factories, mobility, and digital healthcare, combat climate change, and reliably connect humans and the world. With revenue of more than $12 billion in FY23 and approximately 26,000 people globally working alongside 125,000 global customers, ADI ensures today’s innovators stay Ahead of What’s Possible. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn.

Job Description: Staff Field Applications Engineer focusing on Software

Reports To:                 Field Technical Leader EMEA as part of EMEA Sales Team

Direct Reports:           None

Location:                     Munich, Hybrid, or Remote (in-office presence required for the first 6 months)

 
Role Definition

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Staff Field Applications Engineer with a focus on software to support our strategic and key accounts in EMEA. As a Staff FAE, you will take a leadership role in driving business growth by proactively identifying and addressing customer challenges, shaping processes, and mentoring junior team members. You will serve as a lighthouse for the team, guiding best practices and delivering robust system-level solutions.

This position demands a deep understanding of software architectures, development processes across diverse environments, and a proven ability to foresee and mitigate technical and process-related issues. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a unique combination of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and interpersonal skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Understand customer needs and propose innovative, system-level solutions by leveraging ADI's portfolio and expertise.

• Build, present, and document comprehensive Proof of Concept demos showcasing ADI’s capabilities to solve complex customer challenges.

• Lead customer engagements by designing and integrating software and hardware systems to address current and future challenges effectively.

• Facilitate seamless communication and collaboration between customers, internal Business Units, and cross-functional teams to align resources, requirements, and timelines.

• Proactively participate in and lead system integration, debugging, and optimization activities, ensuring software and hardware alignment.

• Establish, maintain, and deepen trust-based relationships with customers, acting as a strategic advisor and technical advocate.

• Serve as a mentor and technical leader, training junior team members and guiding best practices in software and hardware integration.

• Identify potential technical and process-related issues ahead of time, implementing measures to prevent them and ensure smooth project execution.

• Shape and improve internal processes, identifying weaknesses and contributing to solutions that enhance team efficiency and performance.

• Act as a lighthouse for the team, setting a high standard in technical expertise, customer engagement, and adherence to processes.

• Participate in the evaluation and design of new software architectures and development strategies to ensure scalability and robustness across projects.

• Travel to customer sites (up to 50%) to provide hands-on technical support, conduct in-depth discussions, and build long-term customer relationships.

• Lead cross-functional collaborations to address customer needs holistically and identify new business opportunities.

• Contribute to and champion the improvement of workflows, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and industry standards.

Qualifications and required skills

• Education: Master’s Degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering.

• Experience: Minimum 10 years of software development experience across diverse projects and environments.

• Technical Skills:

  • Proven ability to design and implement software architectures and processes.

  • Extensive experience in designing scalable and modular software architectures across diverse hardware platforms.

  • Expertise in advanced debugging methodologies, including performance profiling and root cause analysis for complex systems.

  • Proficiency in C, C++, Python, and familiarity with modern Realtime OS.’s

  • Hands-on experience with processors and microcontrollers.

  • Strong knowledge of communication protocols (e.g. I2C, SPI, UART, and Ethernet).

  • Familiarity with emerging technologies like TSN (Time-Sensitive Networking).

  • Proficiency in debugging tools (JTAG, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers) and version control systems.

  • System-level expertise in integrating software with hardware platforms.

• Soft Skills:

  • Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

  • Strategic thinking with the ability to foresee and address challenges proactively.

  • Leadership qualities to inspire and mentor team members.

  • Strong organizational and collaboration skills.

• Language Skills: Full working proficiency in English and German. Additional languages are a plus.

• Other:

  • Valid driver’s license.

  • Willingness to travel extensively.

Additional skills (Good to have, not mandatory)

• In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity principles and secure coding practices for embedded systems

• Proficiency in advanced communication technologies, including TSN (Time-Sensitive Networking), 5G, and Ethernet-based industrial protocols.

• Basic understanding of FPGA development concepts

• Expertise in advanced system modelling and simulation tools for hardware-software co-design.

• Deep understanding of automotive or industrial software standards and compliance requirements (e.g., ISO 26262, IEC 61508).

• Familiarity with emerging areas such as AI, condition-based monitoring, and predictive maintenance systems.

• Hands-on experience in designing and developing web applications, including expertise in web technologies such as PHP, HTML, JavaScript, and CSS.

• Practical experience in designing and implementing intuitive and visually appealing graphical user interfaces (GUI).

For positions requiring access to technical data, Analog Devices, Inc. may have to obtain export  licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls.  As such, applicants for this position – except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) – may have to go through an export licensing review process.

Analog Devices is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a culture where everyone has an opportunity to succeed regardless of their race, color, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, social or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, union membership, and political affiliation, or any other legally protected group.