FPGA Development Tools Engineer

Job summary

The engineer will research, design, and optimize software tools, compilers, and frameworks that interface with FPGA silicon and hardware. They are also responsible for responding to customer requests and developing acceleration solutions for domains like deep learning and DSP.

Job details

Job Details: Job Description: Join Altera as a FPGA Development Tools Engineer! The FPGA Development Tools Engineer researches, designs, develops, and optimizes software tools that enable the use of Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGA). Other responsibilities include but are not limited to: Develops and optimizes compilers, flows, assemblers, models, tools, runtimes, and/or firmwares that are closely coupled to FPGA silicon, IP, and boards, while leveraging strong knowledge of FPGA hardware, logic design, board design, semiconductor devices, and chip layout. Designs, develops, and optimizes software abstractions and frameworks for acceleration with the FPGA for domains such as deep learning, DSP algorithms, or data analytics. Responds to customer/client requests or events as they occur. Our compensation is designed to reflect the Canadian labour market. The actual salary offered may vary based on several factors, including the position’s location, as well as the candidate’s experience, skills, training, and job-specific knowledge. In addition to base salary, we offer performance-based incentive opportunities that reward both individual contributions and overall company success.​ Estimated Salary Range: $110K – $120K CAD​ ​ We use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants for the position.​ This posting is for an existing vacancy.​ Canadian work experience is not required for this role. Applicants must be eligible for any required Canada export authorizations. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in CS, Computer Engineering, or related field Working experience with C++, Python Experience with Verilog, and TCL is a plus. Job Type: Regular Shift: Shift 1 (Canada) Primary Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada Additional 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.

What you’ll do

The engineer will research, design, and optimize software tools, compilers, and frameworks that interface with FPGA silicon and hardware. They are also responsible for responding to customer requests and developing acceleration solutions for domains like deep learning and DSP.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field. Proficiency in C++ and Python is required, with experience in Verilog and TCL considered a plus.

Benefits

• Performance-based incentive opportunities

Listed skills

• Verilog · Preferred
• C++ · Preferred
• Python · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• C++
• Python
• Verilog
• TCL
• FPGA
• Logic design
• Board design
• Semiconductor devices
• Chip layout
• Compilers
• Deep learning
• DSP algorithms
• Data analytics
• Firmware
• Software development
• Abstractions
• Artificial Intelligence
• Algorithms
• Data Analysis
• C++ (Programming Language)
• Computer Engineering
• Programming Tools
• Logic Synthesis
• Digital Signal Processing
• Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA)
• Labor Economics
• Python (Programming Language)
• Semiconductor Device
• Tcl (Programming Language)
• Deep Learning
• Gate Arrays

Job areas

• Technology
• Software
• Engineering
• FPGA Developer
• Deep Learning Engineer
• Software Developers
• Computer and Information Research Scientists