Senior Member of Technical Staff, Systems Design
SWIR Vision Systems
IT, Design
Waterloo, ON, Canada
USD 179,300-229k / year
Posted on Jan 15, 2026
About Us
At onsemi, we help improve lives through silicon and software solutions every day. Our intelligent power and sensing technologies solve the world’s most complex challenges and lead the way in creating a safer, cleaner, and smarter world. We're developing leading-edge wireless-enabled MCUs, DSPs and software that sense and connect the world or help manage personal health through body worn or implantable devices. Our world-class ultra-low power solutions also contribute to a more sustainable future. We invite you to join our innovative team and truly make a difference in people’s lives.
The Role
We are seeking an innovative and seasoned systems developer to join our team in Waterloo. The focus of the position is the design and development of system solutions for our ultra-low power analog, DSP, MCU and wireless communication integrated circuits.
Why Join Us
We create a diverse set of world-class products in a friendly and team-oriented atmosphere. We provide an environment of continual learning and growth opportunities including patent and publication incentives. We provide education assistance programs and support volunteer and charitable programs. In support of a healthy work life balance, we also provide flexible work hours as well as comprehensive wellness and retirement benefits.
onsemi (Nasdaq: ON) is driving disruptive innovations to help build a better future. With a focus on automotive and industrial end-markets, the company is accelerating change in megatrends such as vehicle electrification and safety, sustainable energy grids, industrial automation, and 5G and cloud infrastructure. With a highly differentiated and innovative product portfolio, onsemi creates intelligent power and sensing technologies that solve the world’s most complex challenges and leads the way in creating a safer, cleaner, and smarter world.
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We are committed to sourcing, attracting, and hiring high-performance innovators, while providing all candidates a positive recruitment experience that builds our brand as a great place to work.
onsemi is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
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What You’ll Need
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical/computer engineering, System Engineering, or related discipline preferably with specialization in embedded systems, communications protocols, or digital signal processing
- 15+ years of experience in a related technical field
What Else You May Bring
• Excellent understanding of embedded system design at IC and board levels
• Strong knowledge of microprocessor architecture including memory sub-systems and peripherals as well as analog circuit blocks
• Experience in leading complex projects and collaborating with cross-functional teams
• Familiarity with feasibility of new products and the development of specifications based on marketing requirements
• Experience in developing solutions to quality-driven processes or standards
• Strong embedded software development skills with experience in C and assembly language
• Experience with FPGA and firmware development
• Experience with test automation using scripting languages such as Python
• Knowledge of development flow for IC level and sub-components (IPs)
• Knowledge of PCB design and electrical simulation tools
• Knowledge of wireless communication protocols such as Bluetooth
• General hands-on debug skills for board bring up
• Familiarity with general lab equipment
• Good problem-solving skills
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Ability to learn quickly
• Interest or experience in the semiconductor industry
onsemi is excited to share the base salary range for this position is $ $179,300.00 - $229,000.00 exclusive of fringe benefits or potential bonuses. The final pay rate for the successful candidate will depend on geographic location, skills, education, experience, and/or consideration of internal equity of our current team members. We also offer a competitive benefits package.
What You’ll Do
- • Build world class embedded solutions for our system-on-chip devices including MCU, DSP, and wireless components
• Lead systems development for cross discipline projects that involve IC, board level, firmware, software
• Contribute to the system architecture of our platforms including IC architecture, board-level system design and defining interactions between hardware & software
• Contribute to system level verification and validation of our products
• Provide technical content for documentation
• Support customer issues or requests
• Mentor junior staff