ulliCompensation: EUR 71,000 - EUR 95,000 - yearly /li /ulh3Job Description /h3pbHelp define the next generation of power delivery solutions for AI and high-performance computing, from architecture exploration and proof of concept through silicon product definition and laboratory validation.
/b /ppbAs a Senior Staff Application Engineer in the Renesas Power Computing Business Unit, you will operate at the intersection of power system architecture, converter design and semiconductor product definition.
/b You will explore state-of-the-art and emerging DC/DC converter topologies that address the rapidly increasing power demands of modern AI and compute ASICs.
This fast-moving market rewards strong technical judgment, inventive thinking, quick execution and adaptability.
/ppYou will work cross-functionally with Systems Engineering, IC Design, Applications, Packaging, Technology and Marketing teams.
In this highly visible technical role, you will provide forward-looking expertise across electrical design, magnetics, power electronics, control and digital technologies, while influencing product roadmaps and solution strategy.
/ppYou will join an experienced team focused on power converter architecture, implementation and validation.
Your contribution will span the complete development path: creating converter proof-of-concept platforms, developing detailed simulation models, translating system requirements into new silicon product specifications, and optimizing solutions for power density, reliability, cost, scalability and flexibility.
/ppWhat You Will Do /pulliDefine and evaluate next-generation power conversion architectures for AI and high-performance computing platforms.
/liliLead technology pathfinding,



topology studies and proof-of-concept development for high-performance DC/DC converters.
/liliDevelop detailed electrical and system-level models using SIMPLIS and other appropriate simulation environments.
/liliTranslate system-level and customer requirements into device-level specifications that support new silicon product definition.
/liliPlan and execute converter characterization, including data collection, data analysis and correlation between simulation and bench measurements.
/liliDrive the progressive tuning and improvement of converter performance throughout the development lifecycle.
/liliDevelop automated measurement, characterization and validation setups to improve speed, repeatability and data quality.
/liliGuide schematic and PCB implementation, with particular focus on component placement, power-stage layout, signal integrity, thermal performance and manufacturability.
/liliCustomize proposed solutions to address customer application requirements and support technical engagement with key stakeholders.
/liliProvide technical leadership across disciplines and communicate complex findings clearly to engineering, product and business teams.
/li /ulh3Qualifications /h3ulli10+ years of relevant experience in power conversion, power management, semiconductor applications or related system design.
/liliStrong experience in the design, modeling,



development and laboratory validation of high-performance power converters across low-voltage and high-voltage domains.
/liliDeep understanding of control-loop design, stability analysis, transient response and implementation constraints.
/liliSolid knowledge of resonant and non-resonant power conversion topologies, including the ability to evaluate topology trade-offs at system level.
/liliExperience with magnetic component selection or design and an understanding of the relationship between magnetics, switching frequency, efficiency, thermal performance and power density.
/liliAbility to move effectively from concept and simulation to hardware implementation, measurement and product definition.
/liliBroad technical perspective combined with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
/liliMaster's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics or a closely related discipline.
An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will also be considered.
/li /ulh3Preferred Experience /h3ulliPower delivery architectures for AI accelerators, high-performance computing, data-center platforms or other high-current digital loads.
/liliMultiphase buck converters, point-of-load regulation, voltage regulator architectures or high-current power stages.
/liliSIMPLIS or equivalent power electronics simulation tools.
/liliPython or similar languages for measurement automation, data processing and visualization.
/liliSemiconductor product definition, customer-facing technical support or cross-functional technology development.
/li /ulh3Additional Information /h3pThe expected annual pay range for this position is €71,000–€95,000.
Please note that the final offer will depend on factors such as geographic location, rele

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