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Sr. Applications Engineer

Monolithic Power Systems, Inc.
Kirkland, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/28/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/27/2025
Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. (MPS) is one of the fastest growing companies in the Semiconductor industry. We are worldwide technical leaders in Integrated Power Semiconductors and Systems Power delivery architectures. At MPS, we cultivate creativity, are passionate about sustainability, and are committed to providing leading-edge products and innovation to our customers. Our portfolio of technology helps power our world ---come join our team and see how YOU can make a difference.

Job Description

Job Summary

This is a senior level position in application/system engineering. Responsibilities include defining analog IC products, developing and debugging reference circuits, writing datasheets and application/design notes, and providing application support and technical training.

Essential Functions

  • Work with design engineers, field applications team, and marketing to define new products in cloud computing power solutions for CPU, GPU, ASIC, and SOC.
  • Develop application reference circuits and system level power management solutions for Data Center/AI applications.
  • Hands-on lab bench evaluations, system and board level debugging, and prototype demonstrations.
  • Work with cross-functional teams to support existing products and drive new product development.
  • Write datasheets, application notes, design notes and papers in magazines and conferences to promote MPS products.

Qualifications/ Requirements

  • Education: MSEE or higher is required
  • 5 years of hand-on experience in switch mode power supply designs especially in multi-phase core power design. Familiar with lab tools like oscilloscope, DMM, power supplies, e-loads, frequency analyzer, etc.
  • Prior work experience in high power/high current multi-phase products is highly preferred, proven problem-solving capability
  • Experience with simulation tool like Simplis, Maxwell, Icepak, ect is preferred
  • Experience in PCB design/layout is plus
  • Fluent communication skills in English
  • Excellent writing and presentation skills
  • Self-motivated

Location

  • San Jose, CA or Kirkland, WA

MPS offers a comprehensive benefits package. We provide health care coverage, dental and vision, and life and disability protection. Employees in sales positions may be eligible for our sales incentive bonuses. Employees in certain positions may be eligible for stock compensation. For more information on MPS’ benefits please view our company website at www.monolithicpower.com.

Pay is based on market location and may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education and other job-related reasons. The base salary range for this position in Washington is $130,000 - $170,000. The base salary range for this position in California is $140,000 - $180,000.

Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. (MPS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity in our employee population. It is the policy of MPS to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or special disabled veteran, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

Salary : $130,000 - $180,000

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