FPGA Systems Development Engineer

Analog Devices; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Analog Devices, Inc. in the United States is seeking a motivated entry-level FPGA System Development Engineer for its Aerospace, Defense and Communication (ADEF & COM) unit.

The role focuses on developing high-quality FPGA/SoC solutions for internal and external customers across multiple applications and market segments. You will design and implement SoC FPGA programs, constrain designs, perform timing analysis, and contribute to design reviews while collaborating with digital and applications

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical and/or computer engineering.
• Hands-on FPGA and/or SoC programming experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Eager to work with leading-edge technology.
• Willingness to collaborate across global teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement SoC FPGA programs using HDL, IP, and embedded software.
• Constrain FPGA designs and perform timing analysis.
• Perform FPGA design verification using behavioral models.
• Troubleshoot and resolve problems on FPGA designs and hardware.
• Participate in design reviews, create documentation, present information, and demonstrations.
• Support evaluation and testing of new products in lab and on ATE.
• Collaborate with digital design, product/test, and applications/marketing engineers.

Skills

FPGA programming

SoC programming

Strong communication skills

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical and/or computer engineering

Tools

Verilog/SystemVerilog

C/C++

Python

TCL

AMD-Xilinx tools

Job description

About Analog Devices Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, AI, and software technologies into solutions that combat climate change, reliably connect humans and the world, and help drive advancements in automation and robotics, mobility, healthcare, energy and data centers. With revenue of more than $11 billion in FY25, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and X.

Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, AI, and software technologies into solutions that combat climate change, reliably connect humans and the world, and help drive advancements in automation and robotics, mobility, healthcare, energy and data centers. With revenue of more than $11 billion in FY25, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and X.

Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI ) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, and software technologies into solutions that help drive advancements in digitized factories, mobility, healthcare, combat climate change, and reliably connect humans and the world.

ADI’s Aerospace, Defense and Communication (ADEF & COM) business is focused on three (3) key areas of technology: Data-Converters, Radio Frequency (RF), and Micro-ElectroMechanical Systems (MEMS). Our diverse engineering community is a recognized leader providing forward thinking designs that meet tomorrow’s needs, today, at scale. Whether discreet components or sub-systems, ADEF & COM is disrupting the industry providing innovative technology. Be part of the excitement, bringing your ideas to reality in an environment where you’re encouraged and challenged to reach your full potential. Together – Let’s stay ahead of what’s possible.

We are seeking a motivated, entry-level FPGA System Development Engineer to our Aerospace, Défense and Communication Business Unit. The goal of the FPGA Team is to develop and deploy high quality FPGA and SoC solutions to internal and external customers. To enable the customers to evaluate and test ultra-wideband products, and ultimately to build their own systems and end-products for multiple applications and market segments. Included but not limited to electronic test equipment, wideband communication systems, and Aerospace & Défense subsystems.

The role requires an energetic and motivated individual with strong communication, organizational, and technical skills who works well in a diverse environment across global team and geographically distributed organization.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement SoC FPGA programs using HDL, IP, and embedded software
• Constrain FPGA designs and perform timing analysis
• Perform FPGA design verification using behavioral models
• Troubleshoot and resolve problems on FPGA designs and hardware
• Participate in design reviews, create documentation, present information, and produce demonstrations
• Support the evaluation and test of new products in the lab and on ATE
• Work in a cross-functional team environment that includes close interaction with digital design engineers, product/test engineers and applications/marketing engineers

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in electrical and/or computer engineering
• Hands-on experience with FPGA and/or SoC programming
• Motivated and creative problem solver with good writing, presentation, and overall communication skills
• Has a bias for action and works in collaboration with others to deliver high quality results
• Vision to work with leading edge technology and push it forward
• Ability to work simultaneously on multiple projects and set priorities to deliver on schedule

Preferred:

• FPGA and/or SoC experience that includes high-speed signaling and embedded software
• Experience with AMD-Xilinx devices and tools, especially Gigabit Transceivers and high-speed memory
• Experience with Verilog/System Verilog HW programming and digital design
• Experience with C/C++, Python and TCL and software design

For positions requiring access to technical data, Analog Devices, Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, applicants for this position – except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) – may have to go through an export licensing review process.

Analog Devices is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a culture where everyone has an opportunity to succeed regardless of their race, color, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, social or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, union membership, and political affiliation, or any other legally protected group.

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Job Req Type: Experienced

Required Travel: No

Shift Type: 1st Shift/Days