FPGA System Design Engineer (Marlow, UK)

326 Altera Semiconductor Technology UK Limited; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000

Job description

FPGA System Design Engineer (Marlow, UK)

Job Details:

We are seeking a highly motivated and talented FPGA System Design Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in FPGA systems design, IP development and will be instrumental in developing safety critical, automation and robotics cutting-edge solutions. A background in video-vision, robotics, control systems, or safety-critical design techniques is highly desirable for this role.

Job Description:

As an FPGA System Design Engineer, your responsibilities will include:

1. Design, develop, and verify FPGA-based solutions, including custom IP blocks and system-level designs for automation, robotics and functional safety related applications.

2. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system requirements and specifications.

3. Perform hardware-software co-design and integrate FPGA solutions into larger systems.

4. Ensure designs meet industry standards, safety, and reliability requirements, especially in safety-critical or regulated environments.

5. Debug and troubleshoot FPGA hardware, firmware, and software issues.

6. Develop and maintain technical documentation, including design specifications, test plans, and user guides.

7. Stay updated with the latest FPGA technologies and methodologies to improve design processes.

8. Occasional business travel and opportunities to attend industry trade shows and conferences.

Based in the Marlow, UK Office, the successful candidate will thrive within a friendly, fun and collaborative environment, working closely with on-site and virtual teams across engineering, business and sales groups.

Qualifications:

We welcome applications from candidates with skills in these areas:

1. A customer-focused approach to engineering and documentation.

2. B Eng in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent with excellent results.

3. FPGA hardware design skills (Verilog/VHDL and system building with IP).

4. A strong desire to program and promote FPGA SoCs, solving problems along the way.

5. Understanding of embedded systems using CPUs, FPGAs and other hardware.

6. Comfortable with embedded software design and Linux.

7. High level analysis skills using MATLAB or similar.

8. Keen to support customers with Functional Safety requirements.

It is also highly desirable to have experience in:

1. Safety standards such as IEC 61508, ISO 26262 or DO 178/DO 254.

2. Security assurance techniques and IEC62443 understanding of systematic capability processes and quality management system level practices.

Job Type:

Regular

Shift:

Shift 1 (United Kingdom)

Primary Location:

Eclipse at Globe Park

Posting Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.