Principal Engineer - Systems Validation

We are looking for an experienced Principal Engineer Systems Validation to join our Systems Validation team and drive system-level validation of next-generation FPGA products, interfaces, and architecture features.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead system-level validation of FPGA architectures and interfaces.

- Develop FPGA/system designs to emulate real-world customer applications and use cases.

- Create and execute validation and emulation plans; analyze and communicate results.

- Perform FPGA prototyping, silicon validation, failure analysis, and debug.

- Develop and maintain RTL code in Verilog/VHDL and embedded software in C/C++

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product quality and performance.

Required Skills & Experience:

- 9+ years of experience in FPGA design, system validation, or silicon validation.

- Strong RTL design and verification expertise in Verilog and VHDL

- Hands-on experience with ModelSim/QuestaSim and Synplicity

- Knowledge of ARM Cortex-M/RISC processors and AMBA protocols (APB, AHB, AXI, ACE).

- Strong board-level debug skills using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and protocol analyzers.

- Experience with FPGA prototyping, emulation, and system debug.

Domain Expertise (One or More):

Memory Interfaces:

1. DDR4/LPDDR4, DDR5/LPDDR5

2. DDR controllers and training algorithms

3. I2C/I3C protocols

Ethernet & Security:

1. High-speed Ethernet (up to 100GE)

2. MACsec, IPSec

3. AES-GCM/GMAC encryption

Qualifications:

- B.Tech/M.Tech in Electronics, Electrical, Computer Engineering, or related field.

- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.