Platform Engineering Manager – Emulation and FPGA Infrastructure at Sandisk

Bengaluru, karnataka, India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Oct, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Emulation Platform Strategy, FPGA Infrastructure Management, Global Firmware Support, Automation, GenAI Integration, ASIC Development, Hardware Emulation, FPGA Systems, Communication Skills, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Lab Infrastructure, Simulation Acceleration, Outsourcing Capabilities, Continuous Improvement, Developer Productivity, Team Management

Industry

Semiconductor Manufacturing

Description

Company Description Sandisk understands how people and businesses consume data and we relentlessly innovate to deliver solutions that enable today’s needs and tomorrow’s next big ideas. With a rich history of groundbreaking innovations in Flash and advanced memory technologies, our solutions have become the beating heart of the digital world we’re living in and that we have the power to shape. Sandisk meets people and businesses at the intersection of their aspirations and the moment, enabling them to keep moving and pushing possibility forward. We do this through the balance of our powerhouse manufacturing capabilities and our industry-leading portfolio of products that are recognized globally for innovation, performance and quality. Sandisk has two facilities recognized by the World Economic Forum as part of the Global Lighthouse Network for advanced 4IR innovations. These facilities were also recognized as Sustainability Lighthouses for breakthroughs in efficient operations. With our global reach, we ensure the global supply chain has access to the Flash memory it needs to keep our world moving forward. Job Description We are looking for an experienced and visionary Engineering Manager to lead our Emulation and FPGA infrastructure initiatives. This role is critical to enabling high-performance ASIC and firmware development through advanced emulation platforms and a scalable FPGA farm. You will be responsible for driving platform strategy, supporting global development teams, and integrating cutting-edge automation and GenAI methodologies. This is a high-impact leadership role with visibility across ASIC, firmware, and global engineering teams. If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and have a passion for hardware acceleration and infrastructure innovation, we’d love to hear from you. Key Responsibilities: Emulation Platform Strategy & Execution Lead the definition, bring-up, and support of emulation builds using Cadence Palladium and Protium platforms. Evaluate and drive adoption of next-generation emulation hardware. Promote and expand emulation usage across ASIC and firmware teams, including simulation acceleration for DFT and UPF low-power simulation. FPGA Infrastructure Management Maintain and support local FPGA hardware installations to enable a robust and scalable FPGA farm. Act as a liaison for lab health and configuration between different sites. Develop and manage outsourcing capabilities Global Firmware Support Provide firmware end-user support for programs staffed in the APEC region. Ensure seamless integration and platform usability across geographically distributed teams. Automation & GenAI Integration Oversee development of automation tools and GenAI methodologies to monitor farm health and enhance platform capabilities. Drive continuous improvement in infrastructure reliability, scalability, and developer productivity. Qualifications Qualifications: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field. 8+ years of experience in ASIC development, hardware emulation, or FPGA systems. 3+ years of experience in engineering management Hands-on experience with industry standard emulation platforms Strong understanding of FPGA architecture, lab infrastructure, and simulation acceleration techniques. Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills. Ability to build consensus and drive ideas from concept to implementation. Preferred Skills: Experience managing global teams and remote lab environments. Familiarity with GenAI tools and automation frameworks. Prior experience supporting firmware development environments and infrastructure. Additional Information Sandisk thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution. Sandisk is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at [email protected] to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

Responsibilities

Lead the emulation and FPGA infrastructure initiatives to support high-performance ASIC and firmware development. Drive platform strategy, support global development teams, and integrate automation and GenAI methodologies.