Senior FPGA Architect – SystemVerilog

Keysight Technologies; Barcelona; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Keysight seeks an FPGA Lead and Architect in Barcelona to drive FPGA architecture for PathWave Test Sync Executive. You will translate partner use cases into robust FPGA concepts and ensure designs align with system-level goals across global teams.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years in digital FPGA design, SystemVerilog expertise, and strong collaboration skills to advance next‑gen synchronization tech for quantum, 6G, and radar applications.

Qualifications

• BS/MS/PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field, with FPGA focus.
• 7+ years in digital electronics, including FPGA architect experience.
• Proficient in FPGA design using SystemVerilog.

Responsibilities

• Translate partner use cases into product requirements.
• Define high-level FPGA concepts aligned with system architecture.
• Ensure FPGA designs meet system-level constraints and goals.
• Collaborate with Product Owner to shape FPGA architecture.
• Partner with architects and developers across projects to align on architecture and integration.
• Drive implementation while maintaining architectural integrity for next-gen needs.

Skills

FPGA architecture

SystemVerilog

Digital design

Architecture translation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

BS/MS/PhD in Electrical Engineering or related

Tools

Vivado

Xilinx devices

Job description

Overview

Keysight is at the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~16,800 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Learn more about what we do.

Overview

Keysight is at the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~16,800 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Learn more about what we do. Our award-winning culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers.

About the Job

Join us for an exciting opportunity as an FPGA Lead and Architect within the PathWave Test Sync Executive team. Our commercial software product harnesses FPGA IP and a Core SW library integrated into Keysight hardware, delivering unparalleled synchronization for cutting-edge applications like Quantum, 6G, and Radar. PathWave Test Sync Executive empowers system application developers with an intuitive API to construct intricate solutions and manage expansive instrumentation systems effortlessly.

About the Team

You’ll be an integral part of our vibrant R&D team based in Barcelona (Spain), collaborating closely with teams across the USA and worldwide. We seek a skilled, motivated FPGA engineer to spearhead FPGA development, driving technology innovation to propel Keysight’s growth in the rapidly evolving test and measurement market.

Responsibilities

• Translate partner use cases into product requirements
• Define high-level FPGA concepts that are coherent with the overall system architecture
• Ensure FPGA designs align with system-level constraints and goals
• Collaborate closely with the Product Owner to shape the product vision and translate it into a robust FPGA architecture.
• Partner with architects and developers from various projects to align on architecture, implementation, and product interaction and integration.
• Drive and actively participate in implementation while maintaining architectural integrity to extend the existing product's capabilities to meet the evolving needs of next-generation products, key markets, and applications.

Required Qualifications

• Education: BS/MS/PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field, with a focus on FPGA.
• Experience: 7+ years in digital electronics, including significant experience as an FPGA architect.
• FPGA Expertise: Proven ability to architect FPGA solutions aligned with system-level goals. Strong proficiency in FPGA design using SystemVerilog.
• Design & Architecture: Experience translating partner/customer use cases into detailed architectural blueprints, defining high-level design concepts, and architecting FPGA designs into larger software and hardware systems.
• FPGA Validation & Testing: Hands-on experience in FPGA validation, simulation, and static timing analysis.
• Tools & Platforms: Familiarity with Xilinx devices and the Vivado toolchain.
• Digital Design: Strong understanding of digital circuit design and schematics, and how FPGA blocks and IP cores interface with broader systems.
• Problem-Solving & Collaboration: Ability to multitask, solve complex problems, and collaborate across multiple projects.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with QuestaSim and VHDL.
• Proficiency in continuous integration and version control.
• Familiarity with Agile Scrum methodology.
• Exposure to test and measurement equipment and applications, synchronization, and time-critical applications.
• Programming skills in C++, C#, or Python.
• Self-motivated with strong communication skills and a customer-centric approach.
• Adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with ambitious goals.
• Strong team player with mentoring abilities.

Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.