As an FPGA Configuration Architect (Grade 8), you will contribute to the design, development, and validation of FPGA configuration architecture and subsystems. You will work closely with senior architects and cross-functional teams to implement configuration features, debug system issues, and ensure robust FPGA configuration across product lifecycles. This role is hands-on technical with opportunities to grow into domain ownership.
Key Responsibilities
Contribute to configuration subsystem architecture definition
Support configuration schemes such as JTAG, SPI, CvP
Support architecture documentation (HAS, micro-architecture specs)
Develop configuration-related RTL / firmware / interfaces
Implement control logic and data paths
Ensure design meets performance and reliability targets
Support silicon bring-up and debug
Investigate configuration failures and bitstream issues
Work with validation teams for root cause analysis
Collaborate with architecture, software, firmware, and validation teams
Participate in design reviews
Optimize configuration time and robustness
Maintain design specs, test plans, and debug documentation
Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical / Computer Engineering or related field
Deep understanding of hardware design, with at least 10 years of experience in design and architecture.
Strong understanding of FPGA design, with at least 7 years of experience in configuration architecture and design.
Regular
Shift 1 (Malaysia)
Penang 15, Penang, Malaysia
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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