Associate System Platforms Engineer (FPGA and Software)

Job Title

Associate System Platforms Engineer (FPGA and Software)

Role Summary

Early-career systems engineering role supporting the integration of Analog Devices analog, mixed-signal, and digital signal-processing products into customer systems across the United States. Work closely with senior engineers to develop and validate FPGA- and software-based demonstration platforms and reference designs.

Responsibilities include embedded software and FPGA development support, system integration and debugging, customer evaluations and demonstrations, and creation of technical documentation and training materials.

Experience Level

Entry-level. 0–2 years of relevant experience; graduate research, internships, co-ops, or significant academic/personal projects are acceptable.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include system integration, development support, customer-facing activities, and documentation.

• Support customer evaluations, demonstrations, system integration, and debugging under guidance.
• Contribute to embedded software, device drivers, scripts, test utilities, and reference designs.
• Assist with FPGA and software development, testing, validation, and issue resolution in lab and customer environments.
• Work with customers, sales, applications, and product teams to gather technical requirements and document findings.
• Translate customer feedback into technical requirements and issue reports.
• Participate in development and evaluation of system-level concepts and demonstration platforms.
• Create technical documentation, application notes, training materials, and internal knowledge resources.
• Support technical presentations, demonstrations, and training with coaching from senior staff.
• Build productive relationships with customers and internal stakeholders while developing technical and customer-facing skills.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills, security/eligibility, and professional capabilities.

• U.S. citizenship required.
• Foundational embedded software experience demonstrated via coursework, research, internships, or projects.
• Working knowledge of C or C++; familiarity with Python or shell scripting.
• Familiarity with embedded Linux or a real-time operating system.
• Basic understanding of digital design, FPGA or SoC platforms, and common development tools.
• Familiarity with low-level communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, TDM, CAN, etc.).
• Experience using version control systems such as Git.
• Hands-on experience with laboratory equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, etc.).
• Strong analytical, debugging, written, and verbal communication skills; ability to learn quickly and work with guidance in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel up to approximately 10% to support customer engagements.

Nice-to-have:

• Experience with AMD-Xilinx or Intel-Altera FPGA/SoC devices and toolchains.
• Exposure to FPGA timing analysis, simulation, or hardware verification.
• Experience with device drivers, board support packages, or hardware/software integration.
• Exposure to JESD204B/C, high-speed memory, networking, or other high-speed digital interfaces.
• Familiarity with RF, microwave, mixed-signal, signal-processing, or communications concepts.
• Experience developing on Linux and using collaborative tools (JIRA, Confluence, JAMA).
• Experience creating technical documentation or presenting technical work to peers or customers.

Education Requirements

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field is required. The posting accepts 0–2 years of relevant experience and considers graduate research, internships, co-ops, or significant academic/personal projects as equivalent practical experience.

About the Company

Company: Analog Devices

Headquarters: Norwood, Massachusetts, USA

Analog Devices is a leading global semiconductor company that bridges the physical and digital worlds, enabling breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. With a focus on innovation, ADI develops solutions that drive advancements in digitized factories, mobility, and digital healthcare. The company employs around 24,000 people globally and reported revenues exceeding $9 billion in FY24, creating technologies that transform lives across various sectors.