Are you looking for a unique opportunity to be a part of something great? Want to join a 20,000-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: Microchip’s Frequency and Time Systems group is a world leader in precise time solutions that are integrated into position, navigation, and time applications. The company generates, distributes, and applies precise time for communications, aerospace/defense, IT infrastructure, cloud data centers, and national metrology laboratories. Microchip is seeking an entry-level Applications Engineer to join our team. As an Applications Engineer, you will support and grow the business in the US, Europe, and Asia. Position responsibilities include all aspects of applications engineering including design of system level solutions to meet customer requirements, application software development, testing integrated solutions, developing technical demonstrations of system solutions, and providing, detailed technical proposals to meet customer requirements. You will work with a variety of technologies including GPS/GNSS satellite receiver systems and simulators, packet-based networking, software control and management systems, installation/configuration of virtual machines, and much more! The position will work closely with the product management, solutions architecture, and research and development teams as well as Microchip sales teams and global channel partners to develop technical solutions to meet diverse customer needs. Be part of a team to champion a culture of innovation, collaboration, and learning. Requirements/Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline 0-3 years of experience Ability to effectively work with cross-functional teams and across multiple geographical locations Work independently, and in a team environment Ability to effectively communicate technical principles and results in written and verbal formats Curious and creative regarding new concepts and technology Technical writing – ability to assist in writing technical product documentation Ability to travel domestically and internationally (10-20% travel required) US Citizen Preferred Qualifications Experience assisting clients solve complex problems Familiarity with networking hardware including setup, installation, configuration, scripting and general troubleshooting Ability to accommodate and adapt to new system requirements Benefits Wellness & Medical Benefits effective on your First Day of Employment Gold Standard in Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Benefits Quarterly Employee Cash Bonus Plan Restricted Stock Grant Employee Stock Purchase Plan Tuition Reimbursement 401K Retirement Savings Plan Spending Accounts Life Insurance Long Term Care Legal Employee Assistance Plan Paid Time Off Vacation Pay Absence Time - "Sick Pay" 10 Paid Holidays U.S. Export Controls Requirements: This job requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by the export laws of the United States. Candidates are required to provide proof of either US citizenship, Permanent US residency or classification as a protected individual as defined in 8 USC 1324b (a) (3). Travel Time: 0% - 25% Physical Attributes: Feeling, Hearing, Seeing, Works Alone, Works Around Others Physical Requirements: 80% Sitting, 10% Walking, 10% Standing, Usual Business Hours Pay Range: We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive base pay, restricted stock units, and quarterly bonus payments. In addition to these components, our package includes health benefits that begin day one, retirement savings plans, and an industry leading ESPP program with a 2 year look back feature. Find more information about all our benefits at the link below: Benefits of working at Microchip The annual base salary range for this position, which could be performed in Colorado, is $66,560 - $128,000.* *Range is dependent on numerous factors including job location, skills and experience. Application window will remain open until qualified candidates have been identified. Microchip Technology Inc is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to the EEO is the Law Poster and the EEO is the Law Poster Supplement. Please also refer to the Pay Transparency Policy Statement. At Microchip, employees are our greatest strength. 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