FPGA Firmware Design Leader for High-Performance Systems

KLA-Belgium; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 153,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

KLA seeks an experienced FPGA Firmware Design Manager in Milpitas, CA to lead a team delivering high-performance digital solutions for semiconductor inspection and metrology systems. You will guide architecture, design, verification, and release across multiple programs with a strong focus on scalable FPGA firmware.

They seek 8+ years in FPGA firmware with 4+ years in management, plus a BS in electrical/computer engineering.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a related technical field.
• 8+ years of FPGA firmware development experience including 4+ years of management experience.
• 5+ years of FPGA firmware development experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the architecture, design, implementation, verification, and maintenance of FPGA firmware for advanced inspection and metrology systems.
• Drive FPGA design reviews and establish standards for coding, simulation, verification, documentation, and release processes.
• Provide technical guidance on: High-speed digital interfaces; Data acquisition systems; Image processing pipelines; Motion control systems; Real-time embedded systems; FPGA-based signal processing.
• Ensure designs are scalable, maintainable, and reusable across multiple product platforms.
• Participate in system architecture definition and technology roadmap planning.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of FPGA firmware engineers.
• Set project priorities and allocate resources across multiple programs.
• Manage employee performance, provide coaching, and support career development.
• Foster a culture of technical excellence, accountability, innovation, and collaboration.
• Recruit, interview, and onboard high-performing engineering talent.

Skills

FPGA development

Digital system architecture

Engineering leadership

FPGA tools & methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or computer engineering

Tools

FPGA development tools

Job description

KLA seeks an experienced FPGA Firmware Design Manager in Milpitas, CA to lead a team delivering high-performance digital solutions for semiconductor inspection and metrology systems. You will guide architecture, design, verification, and release across multiple programs with a strong focus on scalable FPGA firmware.

They seek 8+ years in FPGA firmware with 4+ years in management, plus a BS in electrical/computer engineering.