Renesas Electronics is hiring a Principal Engineer Router Architect to define the backbone of next-generation Zonal and Central Compute Automotive architectures. You will architect the high-bandwidth, ultra-reliable data fabric critical for Autonomous Driving and Cockpit controllers.
What You'll Do
- Architect L2/L3 switch fabrics supporting Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN) standards like IEEE 802.1AS, 802.1Qbv, and 802.1Qbu to ensure deterministic latency for safety-critical traffic.
- Define PCIe Gen 5/6 integration for high-speed chip-to-chip connectivity, including support for SR-IOV to virtualize resources across multiple Virtual Machines.
- Integrate hardware safety mechanisms (ECC, Parity, BIST, and End-to-End protection) to meet ASIL-B/D requirements within routing and bus fabrics.
- Design the interface between Ethernet/PCIe controllers and internal NoC/CHI fabrics for efficient data movement from ADAS sensors like Camera and LiDAR.
- Architect hardware-assisted isolation and Secure On-board Communication (SecOC) to protect the vehicle network from cyber threats.
- Define robust clock, reset, and power management schemes capable of operating under automotive thermal profiles and supporting rapid 'Instant-On' boot requirements.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering.
- 12+ years of experience in high-speed networking or SoC architecture.
- At least 5 years focused specifically on Automotive-grade silicon.
- Deep expertise in IEEE 802.1 TSN protocols and their hardware implementation.
- Expert knowledge of PCIe (Root Complex/Endpoint) and Automotive Ethernet (from 10BASE-T1S to 10G+ levels).
- Familiarity with ISO 26262 functional safety flows and AEC-Q100 reliability requirements.
- Proven track record of integrating routing engines into complex SoCs using AXI/CHI bus protocols and managing IOMMU configurations.
Nice to Have
- A PhD in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering.
Technical Stack
- Automotive Ethernet, TSN (IEEE 802.1AS, 802.1Qbv, 802.1Qbu)
- PCIe Gen 5/6, SR-IOV
- Functional Safety (ASIL-B/D)
- NoC/CHI fabrics, AXI/CHI bus protocols, IOMMU
- Secure On-board Communication (SecOC)
- ECC, Parity, BIST
Team & Environment
You'll join a diverse, global team of over 22,000 professionals across more than 30 countries. Our people-first culture includes remote work options and Employee Resource Groups.
Work Mode
This role follows a hybrid work model.
Renesas Electronics is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to celebrating diversity and fostering a work environment free of discrimination.
