FPGA Design Engineer

TPI Global Solutions; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

TPI Global Solutions is seeking an FPGA Validation Engineer to design and implement validation platforms for complex FPGA-based systems. You will collaborate with hardware, firmware and software teams to define validation plans, bring up FPGA prototyping platforms, and ensure designs meet performance specifications.

Ideal candidates will have extensive FPGA prototyping experience with Xilinx UltraScale/Versal devices, strong debugging skills, and proficiency in Verilog/SystemVerilog, Vivado, and

Qualifications

• BS or higher in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related field.
• Experience with FPGA hardware prototyping and Xilinx devices.
• Proficiency in Verilog/SystemVerilog and timing analysis with Vivado.

Responsibilities

• Define validation plans and execute on FPGA prototyping platforms.
• Debug hardware/firmware issues using test equipment.
• Collaborate with hardware, software, and systems teams.
• Create comprehensive design documentation and technical reports.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Debugging

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

BS or higher in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Tools

Vivado

Logic analyzers

Oscilloscopes

Verilog/SystemVerilog

Python scripting

TCL scripting

Job description

The Role This role is an exciting opportunity to create FPGA hardware validation platforms and debugging complex issues involving both hardware and software. Collaborate with design and firmware teams to define validation plans and execute on FPGA prototyping platforms.

This role requires a proven track record of successfully bringing complex FPGA designs from concept through production quality, with strong debugging and problem-solving capabilities.

The Person:

• Strong analytical and problem solving skills with a pronounced attention to detail.
• Design, develop, and implement complex FPGA architectures using Xilinx devices (UltraScale, UltraScale+, Versal, etc.)
• Create RTL designs using Verilog/SystemVerilog for high-performance applications
• Perform FPGA prototype design, implementation, and bring-up activities
• Create comprehensive design documentation, specifications, and technical reports
• Perform timing analysis, closure, and optimization using Vivado tools
• Conduct board-level bring-up and system integration testing
• Debug complex hardware/firmware issues using logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, and other test equipment
• Validate FPGA designs against specifications and performance requirements
• Independently troubleshoot and resolve challenging technical issues
• Work closely with hardware, software, and systems engineering teams
• Participate in design reviews and technical discussions
• Communicate project status, risks, and technical challenges to stakeholders.

Preferred Skill Set & Experience:

• Extensive experience in field of FPGA hardware prototyping.
• Have worked with the prototyping platforms such as Xilinx reference boards, Synopsys HAPS platforms etc.
• Experience with Xilinx Versal ACAP or UltraScale+ devices.
• Knowledge of FPGA synthesis tools and methodologies.
• Familiarity with Python/TCL scripting for design automation.
• Knowledge of FPGA-based system architecture and hardware/software co-design.
• Familiarity with board design and hardware debugging tools (logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, protocol analyzers).
• Fluent in System Verilog and a familiarity with simulation and debug.
• Familiarity with industry standard high-speed protocols such as USB and PCIE is a plus.

Education:

• BS ( or higher ) degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering desired.