FPGA Systems Development Engineer

Job Title

FPGA Systems Development Engineer

Role Summary

Entry-level engineer on the FPGA team in the Aerospace, Defense and Communication (ADEF & COM) business unit. Develop and deploy FPGA and SoC solutions to support evaluation, testing, and integration of ultra-wideband products for internal and external customers.

Experience Level

Entry-level (Graduate). Suitable for recent graduates or engineers with limited industry experience.

Responsibilities

Work across design, verification, lab evaluation and cross-functional teams to deliver FPGA/SoC solutions and product evaluations.

• Design and implement SoC/FPGA firmware using HDL, IP cores, and embedded software.
• Constrain FPGA designs and perform timing analysis and closure.
• Perform design verification using behavioral models and debug FPGA implementations.
• Troubleshoot issues on FPGA designs and associated hardware.
• Participate in design reviews, produce documentation, and present demonstrations.
• Support evaluation and testing of new products in the lab and on automated test equipment (ATE).
• Collaborate with digital design, product/test, and applications teams.

Requirements

Concise list of must-have and preferred skills.

Must-have:

• Hands-on experience programming FPGAs and/or SoCs.
• Practical skills in debugging FPGA designs and working with hardware in the lab.
• Strong written and verbal communication, and ability to present technical results.
• Self-motivated problem solver with a bias for action and ability to manage multiple projects.

Preferred / Nice-to-have:

• Experience with high-speed signaling, electronics design, and embedded software.
• Familiarity with Intel/Altera or AMD/Xilinx devices and tools, including gigabit transceivers and high-speed memory.
• Experience with RTL/hardware programming and general digital design practices.
• Experience with C/C++, Python and TCL for test and automation.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree or higher in electrical engineering and/or computer engineering (or equivalent).

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.