Internship – FPGA Software Design Engineer at Altera

Marlow, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

C/C++ Programming, Scripting, Hardware Concepts, Software Build Systems, Continuous Integration, DevOps Principles, Collaboration, Communication Skills

Industry

technology;Information and Internet

Description

Job Details: Job Description: About Altera Altera is a global leader in FPGA technology, driving innovation in next-generation video, imaging, robotics, IoT, and cloud acceleration. Our solutions power cutting-edge systems across various industries, and we’re looking for passionate interns to join our journey. Role Overview As an FPGA Software Design Intern, you’ll develop embedded software, DevOps solutions, and data visualization tools that bring FPGA technology to life. You’ll work in an Agile environment alongside industry experts, gaining hands-on experience and contributing to real-world projects from day one. Key Responsibilities Contribute to the full development lifecycle of FPGA-based systems—from concept and specification to implementation, verification, and release. Design software user interfaces for FPGA demos showcased at global trade shows. Develop optimized application software for next-generation proof-of-concept designs. Implement embedded software drivers for FPGA board support packages. Apply DevOps principles to automate workflows and manage infrastructure. Collaborate with local and global teams, and occasionally interact with customers. About the Internship Duration: 13-month fixed-term placement. Eligibility: Ideal for 2nd or 3rd-year students enrolled in a degree with an industrial placement year (Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or similar). Location: Altera Europe HQ, Marlow, UK What do we offer? Competitive pay and benefits. A supportive, inclusive environment with a dedicated intern community. Professional development opportunities and mentorship. A chance to build a long-term career at Altera. Qualifications: Strong programming skills in C/C++. Proficiency in scripting. Understanding of hardware concepts. Experience with software build systems and continuous integration. Curiosity, self-motivation, and a collaborative mindset. Excellent communication skills. Job Type: Student / Intern (Fixed Term) Shift: Shift 1 (United Kingdom) Primary Location: Marlow, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom 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

Contribute to the full development lifecycle of FPGA-based systems, including design and implementation. Develop software user interfaces and optimize application software for proof-of-concept designs.