Junior FPGA Implementation Engineer

Cirrus Logic

. Synthesize ASIC designs onto FPGA platforms and ensure design quality .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeAustin • Texas • United StatesJuniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in FPGA design and synthesis, with a strong foundation in ASIC design principles and digital design concepts. Proficient in verification methodologies and capable of implementing model-based design using tools like Simulink or Matlab.

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FPGA DesignVerilogSystem VerilogFPGA SynthesisPython Scripting

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Hard Skills

FPGA DesignASIC DesignVerilogSystem VerilogFPGA SynthesisTiming AnalysisDigital Design ConceptsVerification TechniquesModel-Based DesignScripting

Soft Skills

Debugging SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

SimulinkMatlabSynopsys SynplifyXilinx VivadoLab Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

Master's Degree in Electrical EngineeringMaster's Degree in Computer Science

Industry Keywords

FPGAASICAMBASPII2CI2SUARTTiming ClosureFloorplanningHardware Development

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Synthesize ASIC designs onto FPGA platforms and ensure design quality
Deliver FPGA platforms to internal groups for software development and hardware-software pre-silicon validation
Port ASIC-specific code and models into FPGA-friendly models
Define and run functional tests before FPGA distribution
Perform FPGA synthesis, implementation, and static timing analysis for complex ASIC designs
Develop and maintain smoke tests across revisions
Test digital chip RTL from a user perspective on FPGA platforms
Design and implement equivalent analog models for the final ASIC analog front end
Introduce model-based design methods using Simulink or Matlab
Work on complex FPGA prototyping systems and improve prototyping methodology across the division

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or similar field and 3+ years of directly related experience
Experience using FPGAs and understanding how FPGA design differs from ASIC design
Proficient in operating simulation and modeling equipment including design tools
Knowledge of Verilog, System Verilog, and digital design concepts
Verification/validation techniques and methodologies, including strong debugging skills
Familiarity with AMBA (AXI, AHB, APB), SPI, I2C, I2S, and UART protocols
Experience with scripting for hardware development (Python/Tcl)
Candidates must be able to access technical data without a requirement for an export license
Cirrus Logic is unable to sponsor or obtain export licenses for this role
Preferred: Experience with FPGA flows (Synthesis, Place & Route, Timing closure), Synopsys Synplify, Xilinx Vivado, FPGA primitives, Python OOP, floorplanning, advanced timing closure, lab equipment, documentation, communication, interpersonal skills, and working to tight and variable time scales

Benefits

Comp & perks

Inclusion and fairness culture
Meaningful community engagement
Enjoyable employee experiences
Career growth opportunities