Jabil

Lead FPGA Design Engineer

Jabil • $120K — $150K *
Austin, TX 78745In-Person
Telecommunications & Hardware
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science; Master's preferred.
  • 5-10 years of experience in FPGA design and hardware integration.
  • Strong expertise in FPGA design flows and RTL development.
  • Familiarity with major FPGA vendor toolchains (AMD/Xilinx, Intel/Altera).
  • Ability to communicate complex technical information clearly to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

  • Lead FPGA design, development, and integration projects.
  • Conduct hardware validation using lab equipment and debug physical PCBs.
  • Plan and manage project timelines, costs, and technical deliverables.
  • Address and resolve complex FPGA and hardware integration issues.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams on technical resolutions.
  • Ensure verification readiness and adherence to design requirements.
  • Mentor junior engineers and promote best engineering practices.

Benefits

  • Career advancement opportunities within a global company.
  • Collaboration with a diverse and skilled engineering team.
  • Access to state-of-the-art lab facilities for hands-on testing.
  • Involvement in high-impact projects within cutting-edge technology sectors.
Full Job Description
JOB SUMMARY

The FPGA Lead Engineer is responsible for leading FPGA design, development, integration, and debug activities for complex server, storage, networking, AI infrastructure, and rack-level platforms. This role provides technical ownership for FPGA architecture, RTL implementation, verification readiness, hardware bring-up, and cross-functional issue resolution to ensure programmable logic solutions meet system requirements, schedule commitments, manufacturability expectations, and customer quality targets.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Technical Leadership: Lead development teams, conduct design reviews, and oversee requirement traceability. Act as the technical liaison between cross-functional partners, system architects, and program managers.
  • Hardware Validation: Lead debugging and testing campaigns on physical printed circuit boards (PCBs) using lab equipment like digital oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and function generators.
  • Project Management: Plan and manage technical, cost, and schedule objectives. Monitor technical risks and handle configuration.
  • Own investigation and closure of complex FPGA, hardware, and firmware integration issues during bring-up, validation, manufacturing ramp, and customer escalation.
  • Partner with Electrical, BIOS, BMC, Systems, Validation, Manufacturing, and customer teams to resolve cross-domain issues and align technical decisions.
  • Support FPGA verification readiness, lab debug, hardware validation, and release criteria by ensuring requirements traceability and disciplined issue management.
  • Mentor junior engineers and contribute to reusable design practices, coding standards, documentation quality, and engineering best practices.
  • Communicate technical direction, risks, tradeoffs, milestone health, and resolution plans clearly to leadership, customers, and cross-functional stakeholders.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field; Master's degree preferred.
  • 5-10 years of relevant experience in FPGA design, programmable logic development, hardware integration, or related platform engineering work.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Strong expertise in FPGA design flows, RTL development, simulation, synthesis, timing analysis, constraints, and lab-based debug.
  • Experience with common FPGA toolchains and devices from vendors such as AMD/Xilinx, Intel/Altera, or equivalent platforms is required. Strong understanding of standard digital interfaces like SPI, I2C, UART, Ethernet, PCIe, or JESD protocols
  • Experience with server, storage, networking, accelerator, PCIe-based, or other complex compute platforms is preferred.
  • Ability to lead technical decisions, drive root cause analysis, and align multiple engineering disciplines toward successful execution.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex programmable logic issues clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.


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About Jabil

Jabil is a product solutions company providing comprehensive design, manufacturing, supply chain and product management services. At Jabil, they are a product solutions company focused on empowering brands that have their sights set on empowering the world – it’s their reason for being, and the guiding force driving them to become the most technologically advanced and most trusted in their field. Whether they are serving one of the world’s biggest and best-known brands or the coolest tech startups, their resolve never wavers. They share common desires and values with these brands: to make a difference by empowering a better, healthier, safer, and cleaner world, in all they do.

Jabil Careers

Join Jabil's dynamic team today and be part of a global leader in manufacturing solutions, where innovation meets purposeful design. At Jabil, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform for professional growth and leadership development in an environment that values diversity and inclusion.

Work You’ll Do

At Jabil, every position plays a critical role in our success. You’ll collaborate with a global team of professionals dedicated to pioneering solutions in various industries. Our culture thrives on innovation and leadership, empowering you to explore new paths and push boundaries.

Why Choose Jabil?

- **Innovative Culture**: Dive into a workplace where innovation is at the core of everything we do. At Jabil, creativity and new ideas lead the way to groundbreaking achievements. - **Diversity and Inclusion**: Join a team where diversity is celebrated. Jabil's commitment to diversity training ensures an inclusive environment where everyone’s voice is heard. - **Career Growth**: With Jabil, your career trajectory is limitless. We offer extensive opportunities for career advancement, from professional development workshops to leadership training programs.

Explore Job Opportunities

Whether you’re looking for an entry-level position or a more experienced role, Jabil has a variety of job opportunities to fit your skills and ambitions. We are continuously hiring talented individuals who are passionate about making a difference.

Internship Programs

Kickstart your career with a Jabil internship. Gain hands-on experience, enhance your skills, and network with industry leaders. Our internships provide a solid foundation for future employment and are a stepping stone to a full-time position at Jabil.

Benefits of Working at Jabil

- **Competitive Benefits**: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that supports both your professional and personal life. - **Global Networking**: Connect with colleagues around the world and expand your professional network within the industry. - **Employee Training**: Engage in ongoing training programs designed to hone your skills and enhance your career prospects.

Join Our Team

Ready to advance your career at Jabil? Explore open positions that match your skills and interests. We are looking for curious, creative, and solution-driven team players who are ready to make an impact.

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Learn more about Jabil
Size
238,000 employees
Market Cap
$9.3 billion
Industry
Consumer Technology
Net Income
$213.9 million
Founded
1966
5 Year Trend
+11.9%
Revenue
$27.5 billion
NASDAQ
JBL
* Ladders Estimates

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