Ambiq is hiring: Sr. Engineer - Embedded Graphics Software in Austin

Sr. Engineer - Embedded Graphics Software

Ambiq is a pioneer and leading provider of ultra-low-power semiconductor solutions. We enable intelligence everywhere by delivering the lowest power semiconductor solutions based on proprietary sub- and near-threshold technologies. Our hardware and software innovations deliver multi-fold improvements in power consumption for AI at the edge, without expensive process geometry scaling. Since 2010 we have focused on power efficiency for battery-powered edge devices, and as of early 2025 we have shipped 280+ million units worldwide.

Our innovative and fast-moving teams are spread across the US (Austin), Taiwan (Hsinchu), China (Shanghai and Shenzhen), and Singapore. We value relentless technology innovation, a deep commitment to customer success, collaborative problem-solving, and energy efficiency. We seek self-motivated, creative engineers who thrive on learning and driving new technologies, and who are excited by meaningful, challenging projects that impact technology and energy efficiency.

Scope

As the Senior Embedded Graphics Software Engineer at Ambiq, you will drive the development and testing of AmbiqSuite SDK on Ambiq SoC devices and emulation platforms, focusing on the graphics processing unit (GPU) HAL and the graphics stack for Ambiq’s mainstream and next generation MCU. This role works within our global MCU software development team and will collaborate with the architecture team and local MCU SoC design team on MCU graphics software development and test activities. The candidate should be a fast learner, results-driven, and self-motivated with an inquiring spirit and comfort in a lab environment and in executing hands-on debugging for embedded systems. The person in this role will maintain the current platform and extend the GPU hardware abstraction layer (HAL), graphics SDK stack, and offline conversion tools to new platforms, as well as enhance features and content. The role includes extending the SDK to cover new MCU members of the family as they become available.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with software architects and staff graphics engineers to define the Hardware Abstraction Layer (HAL) and graphics API for the embedded GPU on Ambiq MCUs.
• Develop and maintain the graphics API and the underlying graphics software stack including GPU and Display HAL layers.
• Develop and maintain example applications and test cases to demonstrate and validate graphics features.
• Play a key role in GPU-focused pre-silicon verification on FPGA platforms, as well as post-silicon bring-up, system validation, and debugging.
• Provide support to Design Verification (DV), system validation teams, field engineers, and key customers as needed.

Requirements

• MS in ECE or Computer Science with 3+ years of experience, or BS in ECE/CS with 5+ years of experience.
• Expertise in at least one embedded GPU IP, with a solid understanding of the full graphics pipeline and hands-on experience developing HAL and graphics software stacks.
• Experience with OpenGL ES or other 3D graphics APIs.
• Experience with graphics frameworks such as LVGL.
• Experience with embedded system display interfaces, such as MIPI DSI, DBI, DPI, or Memory-In-Pixel.
• In-depth knowledge of ARM architecture, with a preference for Cortex-M cores.
• Strong understanding of embedded RTOS concepts; experience with Zephyr and FreeRTOS is preferred.
• Experience with developing embedded MCU code in C and assembly language on Arm Cortex-M Processors, with experience in at least one MCU IDE from ARM, Keil, IAR, Eclipse, or related tools.
• Hands-on experience with lab equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, etc.) for debugging.
• Experience with Jira, Confluence and collaboration tools.
• Experience with source code control systems (git).
• Understanding software testing and test automation principles.
• Excellent problem-solving skills for HW/SW debug at the system level.
• Experience with scripting languages; Python experience is desirable.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

What You Need

We are seeking passionate technologists who thrive on pushing boundaries, solving complex challenges, and driving transformative solutions. At Ambiq, you’ll collaborate with a dynamic team that values relentless innovation, customer-centric thinking, and continuous learning. If you are self-motivated, a creative problem-solver, and eager to push technological limits to make a meaningful impact in energy efficiency, this is your opportunity to grow and excel.

Values

• Innovate: We tenaciously find ways to break down the barriers to possible solutions
• Collaborate: We proactively communicate and encourage each other to be better
• Focus: We keep the voice of the customer at the center of everything we do
• Learn: We strive for continuous improvement and are always curious
• Achieve: We execute on quality and follow through on our commitments

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Semiconductor Manufacturing