BS or MS degree in Electrical and/or Computer Engineering with 8+ years relevant experience
High-speed FPGA design experience with Verilog/SystemVerilog or VHDL required
Knowledge of Ethernet protocols (10M to 1.6T) and IP; familiarity with VLANs and MPLS desirable
Experience with AMD or Altera FPGA devices and related implementation tools
Familiarity with optical interfaces and modules (SFPs, QSFPs) is a plus
Responsibilities
Architect and implement high-speed FPGA designs for communications products
Utilize cutting-edge simulation, synthesis, place and route, and verification tools
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive project success
Analyze and optimize design performance using FPGA transceivers and hard IP
Apply generative AI tools for enhancing FPGA design processes
Benefits
Paid time off
Health, life, and disability insurance
401(k) plan
Bonus program
Full Job Description
Duties & Responsibilities:
Duties & Responsibilities:
We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Staff FPGA Engineer to join our Germantown, Maryland team developing state of the art Communications Test & Measurement products. The successful candidate will architect and implement high-speed FPGA designs, using Verilog/System Verilog/VHDL and cutting-edge simulation, synthesis, place and route, and verification tools.
Qualifications:
BS or MS degree in Electrical and/or Computer Engineering and a minimum of 8 years relevant experience
High speed FPGA design experience using Verilog/SystemVerilog or VHDL required
Working knowledge of Ethernet from 10M to 1.6T, and IP protocol. Working knowledge of VLANs, MPLS, VPLS, and Voice/Video over IP (VoIP, IPTV) strongly desired
Experience using AMD or Altera FPGA devices and implementation tools
Experience with FPGA components such as transceivers, hard IP, and PLLs strongly desired
Experience with optical interfaces and modules (SFPs, QSFPs) desired
General purpose microprocessor and DSP systems, PCIe, high-speed digital board design, PLL design, and analog signal conditioning experience a plus
Simulation experience using Siemens Questa, Aldec Riviera, or similar tools
Version control experience using Git or similar tools
Utilization of generative AI tools to assist in concept and implementation of FPGA designs
Strong written and oral communication skills and the ability to communicate ideas with people from across the world
Exceptional analytical and organizational skills, coupled with a well-focused attention to detail; ability and commitment to produce a timely and highly accurate product
If you have what it takes to push boundaries and seize opportunities, apply to join our team today.
Job Posting Pay Range: 116,200 to 215,800
Exceptional qualifications, experience and location may impact salary. VIAVI offers a competitive benefits package that includes paid time off, health, life and disability insurance, 401(k), and a bonus program.
About Viavi Solutions
Viavi Solutions is a global provider of network test, monitoring and assurance solutions to communications service providers, enterprises, network equipment manufacturers, civil government, military and avionics customers. The company serves customers worldwide.
