Graduate Engineer – FPGA HPS USB Post-Silicon Validation

Job Title

Graduate Engineer – FPGA HPS USB Post-Silicon Validation

Role Summary

Join the Silicon Validation team to validate HPS USB subsystems on next-generation FPGA SoC devices. Work with experienced engineers to bring up new silicon, run validation tests, debug issues, and develop automation to ensure device quality.

This is a hands-on laboratory role suited to a recent graduate interested in embedded systems, hardware validation, and debugging real silicon.

Experience Level

Entry-level (Graduate). Suitable for fresh graduates or candidates with 0–2 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

You will execute and support post-silicon USB validation activities, debug hardware/software interactions, and develop test automation.

• Execute HPS USB validation test plans for Host, Device, and OTG functionality.
• Perform silicon bring-up and basic hardware debugging on development platforms.
• Run manual and automated test cases to validate functionality, performance, and interoperability.
• Collect, analyze, and document test results and debug findings.
• Reproduce, isolate, and track hardware and software issues found during validation.
• Develop and maintain test automation using Python, TCL, or similar scripting languages.
• Use USB protocol analyzers, oscilloscopes, and lab equipment to investigate system behavior.
• Support validation of HPS boot flows, peripheral connectivity, and hardware–software interactions.
• Collaborate with firmware, design, software, and platform teams to resolve technical issues.
• Maintain validation documentation, test procedures, and regression reports; contribute to process improvements.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and attributes for the role.

• Basic programming/scripting knowledge in Python, C/C++, TCL, or similar.
• Familiarity with Linux operating systems and command-line environments.
• Good debugging, analytical, and problem-solving skills for hardware/software issues.
• Experience or willingness to work with lab equipment such as protocol analyzers and oscilloscopes.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills; ability to work collaboratively across teams.
• Willingness to learn new technologies and work in a hands-on lab environment.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.

About the Company

Company: Altera

Headquarters: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Altera provides leadership programmable solutions for applications ranging from cloud to edge, unveiling limitless AI possibilities. Their extensive product portfolio includes FPGAs, CPLDs, Intellectual Property, development tools, and System on Modules aimed at accelerating innovation in various fields.