FPGA Development Tools Engineer

4 days ago

Penang Penang Malaysia Altera Semiconductor Full time
Job Details:Job Description:

  • Lead the development, optimization, and architecture of FPGA compiler and synthesis tools for mapping high-level designs onto FPGA hardware, driving technical direction and innovation.

  • Partner with hardware architects and design teams to deeply understand complex FPGA-specific constraints and requirements, and translate them into robust, efficient synthesis and implementation strategies.

  • Design, implement, and enhance advanced algorithms for placement, routing, and resource allocation, with a focus on scalability, efficiency, and quality of results.

  • Conduct in-depth performance analysis of FPGA designs and tools, identifying bottlenecks and proposing strategic enhancements to improve throughput, resource utilization, and timing closure.

  • Diagnose and resolve complex FPGA synthesis issues, including RTL design challenges, timing violations, and toolchain integration problems, serving as a subject matter expert.

  • Drive seamless integration of compiler tools with existing hardware design workflows, collaborating across multidisciplinary teams to ensure end-to-end compatibility.

  • Champion continuous improvement of the FPGA compiler environment by evaluating and adopting state-of-the-art research, methodologies, and industry best practices.

  • Author and maintain high-quality, production-grade C++ code, focusing on performance, reliability, and maintainability; set standards for software development within the team.

  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering knowledge sharing and skill development.

  • Produce comprehensive documentation and deliver expert technical support for FPGA compiler tools, ensuring successful adoption and usage across teams.

Qualifications:

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

  • Minimum 5+ years of hands-on experience in FPGA development tools or relevant domains.

  • Expert-level proficiency in C++ programming, including deep understanding of object-oriented design, software optimization, and large-scale codebases.

  • Proven track record in FPGA development and design flows (e.g., Xilinx Vivado, Intel Quartus, or similar).

  • Strong knowledge of digital circuit design, hardware description languages (VHDL/Verilog), and FPGA architectures.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Extensive experience with FPGA toolchains (Xilinx Vivado, Intel Quartus, or similar), including tool customization and advanced synthesis flows.

  • Demonstrated understanding of hardware/software co-design, hardware acceleration, and system-level performance optimization.

  • Proficiency in parallel programming, multi-threading, and performance optimization techniques in C++.

  • Experience in RTL design, verification, and debugging complex hardware systems.

  • Familiarity with scripting languages (Python, TCL, etc.) for automation and workflow enhancement.

  • Prior experience mentoring or leading engineering teams is highly desirable.

Job Type: RegularShift:Shift 1 (Malaysia)Primary Location:Penang 15, Penang, MalaysiaAdditional 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.

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