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FPGA / RTL Design Engineer

Smartwork IT Services
San Jose, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 11/19/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/18/2026

Job Details

Job Title: FPGA / RTL Design Engineer

Location: San Jose, CA

Job Description:

FPGA/RTL Design Engineer to design, implement, and validate digital circuits and FPGA-based solutions. This role involves hands-on development using RTL languages, FPGA design tools, and simulation environments, while also supporting customers and creating technical assets that enable successful adoption of our products.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design & Implementation: Develop RTL code (Verilog, VHDL, System Verilog) for FPGA and digital circuits, integrating IP and system software.
  • Simulation & Debugging: Perform functional simulation, debug FPGA designs, and resolve design issues.
  • Validation & Testing: Create unit tests, example designs, and demos; ensure readiness of feature releases.
  • Technical Enablement: Develop user guides, application notes, and training materials for customers.
  • Customer Support: Respond to technical inquiries, reproduce issues, and collaborate with engineering teams for resolution.
  • Optimization: Conduct synthesis, power, and thermal analysis to meet performance and efficiency targets.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with architecture, verification, and physical design teams to deliver high-quality solutions.

Minimum Qualifications

  • BS in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field.
  • 5 years of experience in FPGA design, RTL development, or applications engineering.
  • Proficiency in FPGA design tools and third-party simulators.
  • Strong debugging skills and experience with FPGA development boards.
  • Expertise in RTL design using Verilog, VHDL, or SystemVerilog.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with power/thermal analysis tools.
  • Scripting skills (TCL, Python).
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
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Salary : $100,000 - $110,000

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