FPGA Developer

Nova Measuring Instruments; Mannheim; Hybrid; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cash bonus €100/month via discounts平台

Birthday gifts

Free breakfast and subsidised lunch

Free coffee, tea and water

Team events and volunteering

Job summary

Nova is seeking an FPGA Developer (m/f/d) to design and implement advanced FPGA architectures for high-precision optical metrology systems used in semiconductor manufacturing. You will work with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-performance signal processing and robust digital designs.

Ideal candidates have strong VHDL FPGA experience, familiarity with Lattice/Altera platforms, and knowledge of DDR/Ethernet/SPI/I2C/SerDes, plus optional SoC/embedded toolchains.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Strong hands-on experience in VHDL-based FPGA design.
• Solid understanding of DDR, Ethernet, SPI, I²C, and SerDes.
• Experience with FPGA soft-core processors and/or SoC architectures is highly desirable; willingness to develop expertise.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop FPGA architectures for advanced optical metrology solutions.
• Develop high-precision, high-performance signal processing algorithms for semiconductor metrology.
• Develop, simulate, validate, and integrate complex digital FPGA designs into system environments.
• Maintain and optimize FPGA solutions on Lattice and Altera platforms.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to drive innovation and product performance.

Skills

VHDL FPGA design

Lattice/Altera platforms

DDR/Ethernet/SPI/I2C/SerDes

SoC architectures

Embedded C/C++/MATLAB/Python

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering

Job description

Nova (NASDAQ: NVMI) is a globally operating company and a leading provider of innovative metrology and process control solutions for semiconductor manufacturing. With around 1,600 employees, 4 research and development centers, and 31 locations worldwide, we deliver valuable insights into the world’s most advanced industry. We leverage a variety of technological disciplines – including physics, optics, chemistry, and algorithms – to develop hardware and software solutions that measure virtually every modern computer chip in the world. Nova looks down to the atomic level, gains unique insights through dimensional, material, and chemical metrology, and provides customers with actionable data. This enables us to tackle critical challenges with differentiated solutions. Our exceptional, people-focused, and innovation-driven corporate culture ensures that every individual at Nova has the opportunity to make a real impact and push the boundaries of what is technologically possible.

Sentronics Metrology GmbH was recently acquired by Nova and is a leading company in the field of high-precision measurement solutions for semiconductor manufacturing. Based in Mannheim, Sentronics brings over 25 years of experience in developing state-of-the-art metrology systems. The integration of Sentronics is already well underway. Sentronics is now a permanent part of the Nova family and shares the same values: innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction. The combination of Nova’s global presence and Sentronics’ advanced technology and expertise create a unique platform for growth and innovation. As part of Nova, Sentronics will fully benefit from the exciting opportunities in the rapidly evolving semiconductor industry.

As an FPGA Developer (m/f/d) you will play a key role in developing advanced FPGA solutions for high-precision optical metrology systems used in the semiconductor industry.

We are looking for an experienced FPGA Developer with strong expertise in VHDL-based FPGA design, digital system development, and signal processing. In this role, you will design and develop FPGA architectures, implement high-performance signal processing solutions, integrate complex digital designs into our metrology systems, and work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams to advance our technology and products.

• Design and develop FPGA architectures for advanced optical metrology solutions, contributing to the continuous evolution of our technology
• Develop high-precision, high-performance signal processing algorithms for demanding measurement applications in the semiconductor industry
• Develop, simulate, validate, and integrate complex digital FPGA designs into sophisticated system environments
• Maintain and optimize existing FPGA solutions based on Lattice Semiconductor and Altera platforms
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary development teams to drive innovation and continuously improve product performance and technology

Requirements

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field
• Strong hands-on experience in VHDL-based FPGA design and development, ideally including Lattice Semiconductor and Altera platforms
• Solid understanding of digital interfaces and communication protocols, including DDR, Ethernet, SPI, I²C, and SerDes
• Experience with FPGA soft-core processors and/or SoC architectures is highly desirable; willingness to develop expertise in this area is also welcome
• Experience with embedded C/C++, MATLAB, Python, or comparable modeling and simulation tools is an advantage, particularly in optoelectronic or sensor-based applications
• Financial Wellbeing: Receive a tax- and duty-free cash bonus of €100 per month to use flexibly through our discounts platform and with premium suppliers. Birthday gifts and other non-cash allowance bonuses are also included.
• Overall Wellbeing: Enjoy a free, generous breakfast with fresh fruit, a subsidised lunch, as well as free coffee, tea, and water. Take part in team events, company events, and volunteering activities.
• Flexibility & Time Off: Benefit from a hybrid work environment with flexible hours, remote work options, and flextime. You can also work up to 20 days per year from any country in Europe.
• Job Security: Work for a globally leading provider in the semiconductor industry that is continuously growing and focused on long-term success.
• Professional Development: Continuously develop your skills with individual training programs and our tailored learning platform.

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