FPGA Systems Development Engineer

Job Title

FPGA Systems Development Engineer

Role Summary

Entry-level FPGA Systems Development Engineer supporting the Aerospace, Defense and Communication (ADEF & COM) business. Develop and deploy FPGA and SoC firmware and subsystems to enable customer evaluation, laboratory testing and demonstrations of ultra-wideband and wideband products.

Experience Level

Entry-level (0–3 years). Suitable for recent graduates and early-career engineers.

Responsibilities

Work on FPGA/SoC design, verification and system evaluation across hardware and software domains.

• Design and implement SoC/FPGA logic using HDL, IP cores and embedded software
• Constrain FPGA designs and perform timing analysis
• Develop and run design verification using behavioral models
• Troubleshoot and resolve FPGA design and hardware issues in the lab and on ATE
• Participate in design reviews, create documentation, present results and produce demonstrations
• Collaborate closely with digital design, product/test and applications/marketing engineers

Requirements

Core skills and attributes required for success in this role.

Must-have:

• Hands-on experience with FPGA and/or SoC programming and firmware
• Experience with RTL/HDL development and FPGA tool flows
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills
• Proven problem-solving skills, organization and ability to manage multiple projects
• Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional and distributed teams

Nice-to-have:

• Experience with Intel/Altera or AMD/Xilinx devices, gigabit transceivers and high-speed memory
• Familiarity with C/C++, Python and TCL for embedded/software integration
• Experience with high-speed signaling and general electronics design

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or a closely related technical field (posting specifies degree in electrical and/or computer engineering).

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.