NXP in the Netherlands is looking for an experienced AI Data Engineer – Semantic Retrieval and Vector Search Systems.
Do you want to work in an exciting company that is at the heart of innovation? Join us and learn something new every day!
NXP Semiconductors enables secure connections and infrastructure for a smarter world, advancing solutions that make lives easier, better and safer. As the world leader in secure connectivity solutions for embedded applications, we are driving innovation in the secure connected vehicle, end-to-end security & privacy and smart connected solutions markets. Built on more than 60 years of combined experience and expertise, the company has 34,000 employees in more than 30+ countries. Additional information can be found by visiting www.nxp.com.
Your Responsibilities
- Design and implement semantic search systems using vector embeddings and retrieval models.
- Integrate vector search engines (e.g., FAISS, Pinecone, OpenSearch) with AWS Bedrock for semantic retrieval and embedding-based search.
- Maintenance (enhancement, defect and support) of a collection of internal utilities linked to Cadence Virtuoso framework (mainly coded in SKILL, Python, Bash)
- Create technical documentation and trainings associated to tools development.
Your Profile
- MS/MSc degree in Computer Science with software expertise with minimum 5 years’ experience
- IC domain-specific knowledge (base to support semantic) understanding of analog IC concepts.
- Mandatory programming languages (per priority)
- Python software expert - Python object-oriented programming Database knowledge (e.g. such as , OpenSearch Database knowledge) Linux environment and Compilation (Bash / CMake)
- Developed verbal and written communication skills in English
- Familiarity with vector databases and semantic search technologies.
- Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation.
Technical Knowledge(s) Of Following Items Is a Plus
- Amazon Web Services (AWS) Bedrock
- Experience with MLOps practices and deployment pipelines.
- Configuration management tools (e.g. Git)
- Experience with CI/CD frameworks
- Ticketing system/Bug-tracking tools (e.g. Jira)
- Testing platform knowledge e.g. Robot Framework
- OSS basic knowledge (which OSS can be reused or not, copyright management)
- Object-Oriented programming (C/C++, Python, …)
- Cadence SKILL
- Bash / Shell
- Experienced in customization of Cadence IC Virtuoso Design Environment
Furthermore you
- Demonstrate good analysis and problem-solving skills, you have effective interpersonal, teamwork, and communication skills.
- Collaborative skills for working efficiently in a team having worldwide connections with partners and users.
- Are self-driven and passionate about learning and the IC industry.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of AI tools into existing design environments.
Our Offer
Become part of the NXP Design Enablement (DE) global team where you will have the following opportunities:
- to develop and integrate semantic search capabilities using vector embeddings for analog IC design terminology.
- to enhance internal AI tools by combining AWS Bedrock foundation models with vector search engines for context-aware retrieval.
- to collaborate with global teams to deploy scalable and intelligent search solutions.
- the chance to work in a multi-cultural worldwide environment with all NXP design organizations.
- to be part of a global worldwide team with experts recognized as technical leaders on this unique and competitive domain.
Creating Secure Connections and Infrastructure for a Smarter World
NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ: NXPI) makes products and environments safer, more sustainable, and more secure with innovative connectivity and edge processing solutions for a smarter world.
We are in the business of better. Not just better technologies, but better innovations to improve society. As the world leader in secure connectivity and processing solutions for embedded applications, NXP is solving the world’s most complex technology challenges to accelerate business innovation, enhance how we work, and advance how we live.
Ready to create a smarter world? Visit our career website and follow us on social: LinkedIn, Facebook, and X.
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What can you expect?
Contract: This is a full-time position with a permanent contract. However, we are open to discuss a part-time opportunity (between 32 and 38 hours) as well.
Benefits: Besides a competitive salary, we offer great benefits as part of our CLA. A bonus plan, possibility to purchase extra holidays, an excellent pension plan, a work from home policy, and the possibility to buy company shares with a 15% discount are some examples. When applicable we also provide a relocation package and support for your move to the Netherlands.
Development opportunities: We believe that a key component to growing our business is to develop our people. To enable you to grow your career at NXP, we provide you with a mix of learning through on-the-job experiences, learning from industries bests, and learning through education to help you develop your core and professional skills.
Our offices: The Netherlands is home to our global headquarters (Eindhoven) along with three additional sites (Nijmegen, Delft, and Son & Breugel) and includes a diverse team of over 2000 employees with 51 different nationalities focused on R&D, manufacturing, product development, business operations, legal and sales.
Hiring process: Applying only takes a minute! Fill in the online application and share your CV with us. After a positive screening based on your CV you will have an initial video conversation with our Talent Acquisition Consultant followed by several business interviews. Here are some useful tips to help you prepare.
And more: Life at NXP is more than work alone. Join one of the many social activities that are organized by and for employees in the Netherlands, such as our Christmas parties and International Walking Day. We have a YOUNG community that organizes a mix of social and professional events for our young professionals and an active Women in Technology network. We also take time to give back to our communities by engaging young girls to learn about Technology during Girls Day or participating in several volunteering activities.
What’s next?
If you are excited about this opportunity, we kindly invite you to apply!
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