[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Microchip Technology jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/microchip-technology/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Microchip Technology · Japan - Tokyo # Principal Applications Engineer Japan - Tokyo Senior individual contributor Operations Listed on Microchip Technology’s official careers site. Listed as of October 18, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Microchip Technology’s careers site →](https://wd5.myworkdaysite.com/External/job/Japan---Tokyo/Principal-Applications-Engineer_R3629-26) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Microchip Technology](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/microchip-technology/) / Principal Applications Engineer ## 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 This role will be part of Microchip’s Security Computer Group (SCG) Applications Engineering team and will work closely with the teams in Taipei and Hauppauge, New York. The engineer will support microprocessor-based products used in tablets, desktops, notebooks, and embedded systems. In this role, you will contribute to all phases of applications development and deployment, including understanding product functions from design specifications, developing software and/or hardware to evaluate device functionality, and supporting customers in deploying product features. You will work closely with architects, designers, validation engineers, and customer-facing teams including marketing, sales, and FAEs. ### Job Responsibilities - Develop low-level MCU firmware modules, real-time kernel components, and host applications/utilities - Support customers in deploying SCG products - Prepare technical documentation such as Application Notes, Design - Guides, and User Manuals - Assist in the design and support of customer-facing evaluation boards, including schematic review, layout input, and fabrication support - Train and support FAEs and customers - Support sales and marketing efforts, including creating demos and proof-of-concept platforms Requirements/Qualifications: ### Job Requirements - Proficiency in C and/or C++ Strong understanding of embedded microprocessor design and internal architecture - Knowledge of PC hardware architecture, I/O subsystems, address decoding, programmable peripheral ICs, and keyboard controllers - Proficiency in developing and debugging embedded microcontroller firmware - Strong hardware/software integration skills and practical lab experience Hands-on experience with oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and other lab equipment - Familiarity with Zephyr RTOS Familiarity with Cryptography Self-motivated, project-oriented, and able to work effectively in cross-functional teams - Strong interpersonal and communication skills Willingness and ability to understand and apply industry-standard specifications such as eSPI, LPC, QSPI, I2C/SMBus, I3C, USB, MCTP, PECI, PCI, cryptographic security functions, and CAN Qualifications - Bachelor's degree or above in Electrical Engineering or equivalent technical discipline. 10 years of relevant industry experience - Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across cross-functional and global teams. Fluent in Japanese (JLPT N1 certification or equivalent) and good English skills (TOEIC 750 or higher) Willingness to travel as required to support customers, projects, and business objectives. ### Travel Time 0% - 25% 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. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Not stated - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 11, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 7 days - Location: Japan - Tokyo[Apply on Microchip Technology’s careers site →](https://wd5.myworkdaysite.com/External/job/Japan---Tokyo/Principal-Applications-Engineer_R3629-26) ## More jobs at Microchip Technology ### [FAE - Principal Field Applications Engineer (AI & Vision Specialist)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/microchip-technology/jobs/74ce45ddc68d4a426d27/) Japan - Tokyo ### [Senior Engineer II-Corporate Applications](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/microchip-technology/jobs/5fb054966d796b3aaabd/) Japan - Tokyo ### [Client Engagement Manager](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/microchip-technology/jobs/f6b70513bbf5429a09c4/) Japan - Tokyo ### [Client Engagement Manager (Automotive)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/microchip-technology/jobs/e6da42dc0894f2353dfc/) Japan - Tokyo ### [Customer Quality Management Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/microchip-technology/jobs/718559f9018241119db0/) Japan - Tokyo ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Principal Regulatory Affairs Specialist (Global Clinical Trial Applications)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/thermo-fisher-scientific/jobs/75dd5c37a684a8e82c40/) Thermo Fisher Scientific · Remote, Serbia ### [Staff Engineer, System Applications Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/infineon-technologies/jobs/b31b82655086656c8e07/) Infineon Technologies · Bangalore BTP ### [Staff Applications Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/infineon-technologies/jobs/d2a6d89fcebbf083ca4d/) Infineon Technologies · Bangalore ### [Field Applications Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/tokyo-electron/jobs/79800a51362fd0fc4e71/) Tokyo Electron · Penang ### [Applications Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/eaton/jobs/a4ac58658ad5f0a18ce4/) Eaton · Quezon City, PHL [Operations jobs](/functions/operations/) OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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