FPGA Circuit Design Engineer at Altera

San Jose, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Apr, 26

Salary

184000.0

Posted On

26 Jan, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

FPGA Design, Circuit Design, Digital Circuit Design, Mixed-Signal Circuits, Transistor-Level Design, Circuit Simulation, Layout Optimization, Silicon Debugging, Python, GIT HUB, TCL/TK, SPICE-Based Simulators, PRIMETIME, CMOS Process Nodes, Architecture Definition, Feasibility Studies

Industry

technology;Information and Internet

Description

Job Details: Job Description: About Altera For decades, Altera has been at the forefront of programmable logic technology, empowering innovators across data center, communications, automotive, aerospace, and industrial markets. Our cutting-edge FPGA, SoC, and software solutions enable customers to solve the world’s most complex engineering challenges. At Altera, you’ll work alongside world-class engineers in a collaborative, fast-paced environment focused on pushing the boundaries of semiconductor technology. About the Role We are seeking an experienced FPGA Circuit Design Engineer to join Altera’s advanced FPGA development team. In this role, you will be responsible for the design, development, and optimization of high-performance digital and mixed-signal circuits used in next-generation FPGA products. You will work closely with architecture, verification, physical design, and silicon validation teams to deliver robust, power-efficient, and scalable circuit solutions from concept through silicon. This position is ideal for a highly motivated engineer who thrives in a technically deep environment and is passionate about building industry-leading programmable logic devices. Responsibilities Design and develop high-performance digital and mixed-signal circuits for FPGA core and Clock Distribution Contribute to circuit architecture definition, micro-architecture, and feasibility studies for next-generation FPGA products. Perform transistor-level design, simulation, and optimization for performance , power, area, and reliability. Develop schematics and support layout teams by optimizing layout for power , performance and area that include layout reviews and signoff. Work within team to help silicon debugs Collaborate cross-functionally with architecture, logic design, verification, physical design, process technology, and product engineering teams. Salary Range The pay range below is for Bay Area California only. Actual salary may vary based on a number of factors including job location, job-related knowledge, skills, experiences, trainings, etc. We also offer incentive opportunities that reward employees based on individual and company performance. $127,400 - $184,000 USD We use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants for the position. Applicants must be eligible for any required U.S. export authorizations. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field, plus 8+ years of industry experience in circuit design within the semiconductor industry. Experience in digital circuit design at the transistor and block level and in generation of schematics from RTL Experience designing circuits in advanced CMOS process nodes and understanding impact of layout in power and performance . Experience using circuit simulation and layout tools (e.g., SPICE-based simulators - HSPICE , FINESIM,WAVEVIEW , Virtuoso) Experience with PRIMETIME and lib characterization for advanced CMOS process nodes Familiarity with modern silicon design tools /checks - Totem, UPF , VCS , LINT Experience with Python, GIT HUB, TCL/TK Job Type: Regular Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America) Primary Location: San Jose, California, United States Additional Locations: 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. About Altera Altera: Accelerating Innovators Altera provides leadership programmable solutions that are easy-to-use and deploy in applications from cloud to edge, offering limitless AI possibilities. Our end-to-end broad portfolio of products including FPGAs, CPLDs, Intellectual Property, development tools, System on Modules, SmartNICs and IPUs provide the flexibility to accelerate innovation. Altera is helping to shape the future through pioneering innovation that unlocks extraordinary possibilities for everyone on the planet. Don't see the dream job you are looking for? Click "Get Started" below to drop off your contact information and resume and we will reach out to you if we find the perfect fit.

Responsibilities

The FPGA Circuit Design Engineer will design, develop, and optimize high-performance digital and mixed-signal circuits for next-generation FPGA products. They will collaborate with various teams to deliver robust and power-efficient circuit solutions from concept through silicon.