System Architect, Communication Infrastructure

System Architect, Communication Infrastructure

At STMicroelectronics, we believe in the power of technology to drive innovation and make a positive impact on people, businesses, and society. As a global semiconductor company, our advanced technologies and chips form the hidden foundation of the world we live in today.

When you join ST, you will be part of a global business with more than 115 nationalities, present in 40 countries, and comprising over 50,000 diverse and dedicated creators and makers of technology around the world.

Developing technologies takes more than talent: it takes amazing people who understand collaboration and respect. People with passion and the desire to disrupt the status quo, drive innovation, and unlock their own potential.

Embark on a journey with us, where you can innovate for a future that we want to make smarter and greener, in a responsible and sustainable way. Our technology starts with you.

We are seeking a highly skilled and visionary System Architect, Communication Infrastructure to join our team. In this role, you will analyze emerging and evolving communication technologies across diverse sectors—automotive, humanoid robotics, and data centers—and translate these insights into clear, actionable requirements for the development of next-generation microcontrollers. Your expertise will guide the design and innovation of microcontroller architectures that meet future market demands and technological challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Technology Trend Analysis: Continuously monitor and interpret trends and advancements in communication protocols and technologies used in automotive ECUs, humanoid robotics systems, and data center infrastructures.
• Requirements Definition: Translate market and technology insights into detailed system-level requirements and architectural specifications for microcontrollers.
• Cross-Domain Expertise: Evaluate and integrate diverse communication standards such as CAN, FlexRay, Automotive Ethernet, EtherCAT, wireless protocols, and high-speed data center interconnects.
• Collaboration: Work closely with marketing, R&D, product management, and customer teams to align microcontroller capabilities with real-world application needs.
• System Architecture Design: Define scalable, flexible, and high-performance microcontroller architectures that support multi-protocol communication, real-time processing, security, and connectivity.
• Innovation Leadership: Drive innovation by proposing new architectural concepts that anticipate future industry requirements and technology shifts.
• Technical Support: Provide architectural guidance and support to hardware and software development teams during design, validation, and integration phases.
• Documentation: Prepare clear, comprehensive documentation of system architectures, specifications, and technology roadmaps.

Qualifications

Education: Master’s degree or higher in Electronics, Microelectronics, Computer Engineering, or a related field.

Experience: Proven experience in system architecture and product definition for complex digital SoCs or microcontrollers, preferably with exposure to at least one of the following segments: automotive, robotics, or data center technologies.

Technical Knowledge

• In-depth understanding of communication protocols (CAN, LIN, FlexRay, Automotive Ethernet, EtherCAT, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, etc.).
• Familiarity with microcontroller design, embedded systems, and silicon technologies (including advanced CMOS and FinFET).
• Knowledge of real-time systems, security features, and AI/ML integration in embedded platforms is a plus.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to translate complex technical trends into actionable product requirements.
• Proficiency in English (technical level required).

Personal Attributes

Autonomous, curious, proactive, and passionate about innovation and emerging technologies.

Why Join Us?

• Work at the forefront of microcontroller innovation impacting multiple high-tech industries.
• Collaborate with a global team of experts in a dynamic and international environment.
• Opportunity to shape the future of communication technologies in embedded systems.
• Competitive salary and career growth opportunities within a leading semiconductor company.

ST is proud to be one of the 17 companies certified as a 2025 Global Top Employer and the first and only semiconductor company to achieve this distinction. ST was recognized in this ranking thanks to its continuous improvement approach and stands out particularly in the areas of ethics & integrity, purpose & values, organization & change, business strategy, and performance.

At ST, we endeavor to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we do not tolerate discrimination. We aim to recruit and retain a diverse workforce that reflects the societies around us. We strive for equity in career development, career opportunities, and equal remuneration. We encourage candidates who may not meet every single requirement to apply, as we appreciate diverse perspectives and provide opportunities for growth and learning. Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is woven into our company culture.

To discover more, visit st.com/careers.

Key skills/competency

• System Architecture
• Communication Protocols
• Embedded Systems
• Requirements Definition
• Technology Trend Analysis
• Microcontroller Design
• SoC Development
• Real-time Processing
• Security Features
• Cross-functional Collaboration