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Principal Software Engineer

Microchip Technology

On-site
Chennai, India
Full-time
Principal
10+ yrs
Salary not listedPosted 1mo ago

Real job — pulled straight from Microchip Technology’s careers page · Verified July 16, 2026 · No reposts.

Job description

Microchip Technology is hiring a Principal Software Engineer — a full-time, based in Chennai, India role. Apply directly on Microchip Technology's careers page below.

Principal Engineer-Software Development

Location: India - Chennai

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

Are you looking for a unique opportunity to be a part of something great? Want to join a 17,000-member team that works on the technology that powers the world around us? Looking for an atmosphere of trust, empowerment, respect, diversity, and communication? How about an opportunity to own a piece of a multi-billion dollar (with a B!) global organization? We offer all that and more at Microchip Technology Inc.

People come to work at Microchip because we help design the technology that runs the world. They stay because our culture supports their growth and stability. They are challenged and driven by an incredible array of products and solutions with unlimited career potential. Microchip’s nationally-recognized Leadership Passage Programs support career growth where we proudly enroll over a thousand people annually. We take pride in our commitment to employee development, values-based decision making, and strong sense of community, driven by our Vision, Mission, and 11 Guiding Values; we affectionately refer to it as the Aggregate System and it’s won us countless awards for diversity and workplace excellence.

Our company is built by dedicated team players who love to challenge the status quo; we did not achieve record revenue and over 30 years of quarterly profitability without a great team dedicated to empowering innovation. People like you.

Visit our careers page to see what exciting opportunities and company perks await!

Job Description:

Design and develop web and desktop applications using state-of-the art tools and techniques.
Work with global teams and provide technical solutions to stakeholders.
Mentoring team members and participating in design discussions and code reviews.

Requirements/Qualifications:

The candidate should have a BE or equivalent degree in Computer Science or allied branches.
10-12 years of relevant experience as described below. 
• Excellent knowledge of TypeScript and JavaScript
• Good knowledge of Data Structures and Algorithms
• Experience using React, Redux, CSS, Node, and web application frameworks like Express
• Knowledge of Design patterns
• Familiarity with Visual Studio Code extension development (optional)
• Familiarity with AWS cloud deployment (optional)

Travel Time:

No Travel

To all recruitment agencies: Microchip Technology Inc. does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our recruiting team or other Microchip employees. Microchip is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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Frequently asked questions

What skills are required for Principal Software Engineer at Microchip Technology?

The required skills for Principal Software Engineer at Microchip Technology include: TypeScript, JavaScript, React, Redux, CSS, Node.js, Express.js, AWS.

What is the seniority level for Principal Software Engineer at Microchip Technology?

Principal Software Engineer at Microchip Technology is a Principal level position.

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