Principal Engineer, Router Architect

Renesas Electronics
📍 Austin, Texas, United States 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted June 07, 2026

Job Description


Job Description

We are seeking a Principal Router Architect with 10 to 15 years of experience to define the backbone of next-generation Zonal and Central Compute Automotive architectures. This role focuses on architecting high-bandwidth, ultra-reliable Ethernet Routing Engines and PCIe subsystems that serve as the primary data fabric for Autonomous Driving (AD) and Cockpit controllers. The ideal candidate will bridge the gap between high-speed data center-grade throughput and the rigorous Safety (ISO 26262) and Deterministic Networking requirements of the automotive industry.

Responsibilities:

  • Automotive Ethernet Routing: Architect L2/L3 switch fabrics supporting Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN) standards (e.g., IEEE 802.1AS, 802.1Qbv, 802.1Qbu) to ensure deterministic latency for safety-critical traffic.
  • PCIe Backbone Architecture: Define PCIe Gen 5/6 integration for hig...
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    Job Details

    • Location Austin, Texas
    • Job Type Full-time
    • Category Engineers
    • Posted Date June 07, 2026
    • Application Deadline July 17, 2026