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Staff Systems Engineer - Networking

GlobalFoundries
Richardson, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 24 May 2026
💰 $184,000/yr($106,000/yr$184,000/yr)

About the role

About GlobalFoundries: 

GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com. 

Summary of Role:

As a Staff Systems Engineer in networking architecture, your job is to ensure that the hardware and software related to networking meets functionality and performance metrics.

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Integrated Design & Simulation: Using industry standard tools to test and develop networking technology
  • Networking System Requirements & Architecture: Defining the how networking is implemented —mapping out how data flows to and from central compute and control to sensors and motors in factory automation and robotics
  • Testing & Validation: Prototyping and conducting hardware-in-the-loop testing to ensure behavior in the real world. Benchmarking competitive solutions.

Other Responsibilities:

  • Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.

Required Qualifications:

  • 3 years of experience in networking software or hardware design, or products utilizing networking
  • Education –Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or Computer Science or related field through an accredited degree program
  • Language Fluency - English (Written & Verbal)
  • Travel - Up to 10% of the time

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 5 years of experience
  • Ability to innovate and execute on solutions that matter; the ability to navigate ambiguity.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong planning & organizational skills
  • Embedded Networking: Ethernet, TSN, EtherCAT, PROFINET, HSR, PRP, other control networks experience
  • Programming C/C++ (for real-time systems), scripting, Linux device drivers
  • Networking Tools: Wireshark, Ixia, opensource tools like iperf3, pktgen
  • Real-time motor control, RTOS, embedded systems

GlobalFoundries is an equal opportunity employer, cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe having a multicultural workplace enhances productivity, efficiency and innovation whilst our employees feel truly respected, valued and heard. 

As an affirmative employer, all qualified applicants are considered for employment regardless of age, ethnicity, marital status, citizenship, race, religion, political affiliation, gender, sexual orientation and medical and/or physical abilities. 

All offers of employment with GlobalFoundries are conditioned upon the successful completion of background checks, medical screenings as applicable and subject to the respective local laws and regulations.  

Expected Salary Range

$106,000.00 - $184,000.00

The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at usaccommodations@gf.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. 

 

An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations. 

 

GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. GlobalFoundries goal of excellence

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