Hardware Engineer

Job Title

Hardware Engineer

Role Summary

Design, validate, and integrate complex FPGA-based systems used for hardware emulation, prototyping, and diagnostics. Work on RTL development, mapping to Xilinx UltraScale/UltraScale+/Versal platforms, and support lab-level integration and test activities within a cross-functional engineering team.

Experience Level

Mid-level — typically 3–7 years experience. This role requests 5+ years of hands-on RTL design and verification experience.

Responsibilities

Key day-to-day responsibilities include development, testing, and system integration of FPGA solutions and diagnostic tooling.

• Define, validate, and enable multi-rack FPGA-based systems for hardware development and prototyping.
• Develop and optimize RTL for Xilinx UltraScale, UltraScale+, and Versal FPGAs to meet performance and reliability targets.
• Map RTL designs into FPGA environments and lead verification and implementation activities to support prototyping.
• Drive hardware emulation strategies on platforms such as Zebu and HAPS and support integration with lab systems.
• Generate, package, and run diagnostic tests for production and field troubleshooting.
• Analyze test results, diagnose hardware issues, and implement fixes to improve system robustness and performance.
• Continuously improve functional and performance testing processes and share knowledge with the team.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and experience. Bullets marked as "Nice-to-have" are optional but beneficial.

• 5+ years of hands-on RTL design and verification experience with complex FPGA systems.
• Proficiency in Hardware Description Languages: Verilog, VHDL, or SystemVerilog.
• Experience with FPGA implementation flows and tools (e.g., Vivado) and working in Unix/Linux environments.
• Experience with HDL simulation, emulation, and prototyping platforms (for example, Zebu and HAPS).
• Familiarity with industry-standard EDA tools and verification methodologies.
• Scripting skills for automation: Shell, Perl, Python, or Tcl.
• Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Nice-to-have: experience mentoring peers and working in cross-functional teams to drive adoption of best practices.

Education Requirements

BS or MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.

About the Company

Company: Synopsys

Headquarters: Mountain View, California, USA

Synopsys is a leading company in electronic design automation (EDA) and semiconductor IP solutions. It provides tools and services for designing and verifying complex semiconductor devices and systems. The company plays a pivotal role in the semiconductor industry, helping engineers innovate and deliver higher-quality products faster. Synopsys is committed to advancing technology standards and offers a range of software and hardware solutions to its clients globally.