R&D Software Engineering Internship

Keysight Technologies; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 59,000; Part time

Job summary

Keysight Technologies is seeking a highly motivated R&D Intern (FPGA) in Santa Clara, CA to join an innovative team developing AI Infrastructure Testing solutions. The role centers on FPGA development, from RTL design to verification and hardware bring-up, collaborating with global teams.

You will work with hardware, software, and system engineers to define architectures, implement digital designs, and validate next-generation FPGA-based solutions in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• Solid understanding of digital design fundamentals (logic design, state machines, timing concepts).
• Experience with FPGA development flows (RTL design, simulation, synthesis, and debug).
• Exposure to hardware description languages (VHDL or Verilog).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal).

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design and development of FPGA-based solutions for AI Infrastructure Testing systems.
• Implement and verify digital designs using modern FPGA technologies (e.g., high-speed interfaces, memory subsystems).
• Participate in architecture definition and translate system requirements into FPGA design specifications.
• Develop RTL code (e.g., VHDL/Verilog/SystemVerilog) and support simulation and verification activities.
• Support integration, bring-up, and debugging of FPGA designs on hardware platforms.
• Collaborate with hardware, software, and system engineers to ensure overall product performance and functionality.
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of development processes.
• Document design work, results, and technical learnings.

Skills

Digital design fundamentals

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional teamwork

Strong communication

Education

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

Tools

VHDL

Verilog

RTL design

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.

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.

Responsibilities

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated R&D Intern (FPGA) to join our innovative team developing cutting‑edge AI Infrastructure Testing solutions. This role is strongly focused on FPGA development, with most responsibilities centered on the design, implementation, and verification of next‑generation FPGA‑based architectures.

In this role, you will work closely with experienced engineers across hardware, software, and system domains, with a primary emphasis on developing and validating advanced FPGA development methodologies for leading‑edge applications. You will be involved in all phases of the product development lifecycle from architecture definition and RTL design to verification, hardware bring‑up, and product release.

If you are passionate about FPGA based designs, eager to grow into a highly skilled FPGA expert, and excited to work on state‑of‑the‑art technologies in a collaborative and fast‑paced environment, we invite you to join our team. You will collaborate with global R&D teams in India, Romania and the US and contribute to world‑class solutions at the forefront of technology innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design and development of FPGA‑based solutions for AI Infrastructure Testing systems


• Implement and verify digital designs using modern FPGA technologies (e.g., high‑speed interfaces, memory subsystems)


• Participate in architecture definition and translate system requirements into FPGA design specifications


• Develop RTL code (e.g., VHDL/Verilog/SystemVerilog) and support simulation and verification activities


• Support integration, bring‑up, and debugging of FPGA designs on hardware platforms


• Collaborate with hardware, software, and system engineers to ensure overall product performance and functionality


• Participate in design reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of development processes


• Document design work, results, and technical learnings

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field


• Solid understanding of digital design fundamentals (logic design, state machines, timing concepts)


• Experience with FPGA development flows (RTL design, simulation, synthesis, and debug)


• Exposure to hardware description languages (VHDL or Verilog)


• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills


• Ability to work both independently and as part of a cross‑functional team


• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)

Preferred

• Academic or internship experience with FPGA design projects


• Basic knowledge of high‑speed digital systems or communication interfaces (e.g., PCIe, Ethernet, SerDes)


• Familiarity with simulation and verification tools and methodologies


• Exposure to lab measurements and debugging on real hardware

Interest in test and measurement applications

CA Pay Range: $40.32 -$43.42

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