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Principal Engineer, Architecture/Chip Leader

RenesasElectronics

Kodaira, , Japan permanent

Posted: March 9, 2026

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We are looking for an experienced leader for high performance SOCs & MCUs, to lead the Technical Project Leaders/Chip leads and SOC Architecture organization working closely with business, product marketing, system architects, SOC design architects and designers, software architects and developers.

Job Description

【Reason for Hiring】

We are looking for an experienced leader for high performance SOCs & MCUs, to lead the Technical Project Leaders/Chip leads and SOC Architecture organization working closely with business, product marketing, system architects, SOC design architects and designers, software architects and developers.

【Role Responsibilities】

The successful candidate will be expected to 

• Lead the SoC/MCU architecture team to define system architecture and technical specifications based on business and product requirements.
• Drive the end-to-end development of high-performance SoCs and MCUs, ensuring high-quality, on-schedule, first-time-right tape-out.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including product marketing, program management, software, manufacturing, functional safety (FuSa), and cybersecurity.
• Make key technical decisions on IP selection and make-or-buy strategies aligned with product and roadmap requirements.
• Manage and mentor R&D teams, assess team capabilities, and contribute to product, architecture, and IP roadmap planning.
• Continuously improve development processes to optimize quality, cost, and efficiency across chip, IP, and platform teams.
• Engage with external stakeholders such as suppliers, technical partners, and industry standard bodies.
• Promote knowledge sharing, training programs, and best practices across the organization.

【What We Offer】

• Opportunity to work on the latest and most advanced technologies
• Rare chance to be involved in such state-of-the-art technology – something not easily found in other companies
• While the role is demanding, the experience gained is highly valuable and transferable, enabling future success in top-tier technical positions globally

【MUST】

• Strong background in system and architecture-level design
• Proven track record of leading multiple end-to-end product development cycles, from concept to productization
• Solid understanding of advanced technology nodes and hands-on tapeout experience
• Experience in leading NPI (New Product Introduction) development, including product, technology, and team leadership
• Deep knowledge of industry-standard tools and development methodologies
• Comfortable communicating in Japanese in a professional work environment

【WANT】

• Bachelor's or higher degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science
• Strong drive & ability to coordinate work across a cross functional, highly experienced global teams.

System-on-Chip Technology Shapes the Future of Global Automotive Electronics Design | Renesas

Recruiter - Nichika Higa (linkedin.com/in/nichika-higa-30aa45240)

ルネサスは、「To Make Our Lives Easier 」(人々の暮らしを楽“ラク”にする)というPurposeの下、組み込み半導体ソリューションを提供します。高品質とシステムレベルノウハウを兼ね備えた組み込み半導体のリーダーとして、自動車、産業、インフラ・IoT分野向けに、ハイパフォーマンスコンピューティング、組み込みプロセッシング、アナログ&コネクティビティ、そしてパワーを含めた幅広い製品ポートフォリオを軸とした、スケーラブルで包括的なソリューションを提供しています。

 

ルネサスは、30か国以上で22,000 人を超える多様性あふれる従業員と共に、限界に挑戦しながら、デジタライゼーションを通じてユーザエクスペリエンスを充実化させ、新たなイノベーションの時代を切り開いていきます。そして世界中の人々やコミュニティの未来のために、持続可能で省エネ効果の高いソリューションの開発に全力で取り組み、「To Make Our Lives Easier」を実現します。    

 

ルネサスで実現できること

 

• キャリアをスタート、そしてキャリアアップ:4つのプロダクトグループをはじめ、さまざまな部門において技術職として、また幅広いビジネスの経験を積むことができます。ハードウェア、ソフトウェアの専門知識を深めたり、新しいことにチャレンジしたりする機会があります。 

 
• やりがいとインパクトのある仕事をする: 革新的な製品とソリューションの開発に関わることにより、世界中のお客様のニーズに応えると同時に、人々の生活をより便利で安全かつ安心なものにすることに貢献できます。

 
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当社では、ハイブリッド勤務モデルを採用しており、従業員は週に2日間リモートワークを行うことができます。同時に、残りの日はチームとしてオフィスに集まり、協働を強化しています。出社指定日は火曜日から木曜日で、イノベーション、コラボレーション、そして継続的な学習に取り組む日としています。

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