Principal FPGA Image Pipeline Engineer supporting
Research & Development of Alcon's Surgical Instrumentation in
Goleta, CA, you will be trusted to assist in the design of next-gen surgical cameras used in eye surgery.
In this role, a typical day will include:- Designing Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) logic using VHDL or Verilog, write testbenches for functional simulation.
- Writing timing constraints to close timing on FPGA designs.
- Developing image processing pipeline on FPGA to interface with DDR memories.
- Interfacing FPGA to external hardware peripherals, including high resolution image sensors, temperature sensors, flash memories, etc.
- Programming embedded processors using C language.
- Organize weekly stand-up meeting and be the technical lead of the team
- Testing embedded system through UART/RS-232, J-tag debugger, LEDs, oscilloscope, logic analyzer, etc.
- Developing firmware following Agile Design Methodology. Using version control to commit and push firmware code. Performing code review through pull request.
- Writing detailed design documentation.
- Maintaining automated FPGA build and test platform by scripting.
- Creating host computer test tools or scripts using C/C++ or python to test embedded systems.
- Working with Electrical Engineering team to review FPGA board schematics and layout.
- Working with software developers for software/hardware interfacing.
- Providing guidance to mentor junior FPGA engineers.
- Interacting with other departments within Alcon, and external vendors, suppliers.
- Communicating to vendor field application engineers (FAE) efficiently to receive technical support.
WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO ALCON:- Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +13 yrs; Assoc.+9 yrs; M.S.+2 yrs; PhD+0 yrs)
- The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English
- 5 Years of Relevant Experience
- Relocation and Visa Sponsorship: Yes
PREFERRED: - Demonstrated expertise in FPGA design and development, including memory interfacing, finite state machine (FSM) architectures, timing optimization, and timing closure methodologies.
- Advanced proficiency with FPGA development, simulation, and verification tools, including Xilinx ISE/Vivado, Intel Quartus, Microchip Libero SoC, ModelSim, and/or Questa.
- Strong programming and hardware description language skills, including VHDL, Verilog/System Verilog, C/C++, and Python.
- Experience providing technical leadership or guidance within FPGA design and development environments.
- Working knowledge of communication interfaces and protocols, including I2C, SPI, and UART/RS-232.
- Experience utilizing version control systems and software development best practices to support collaborative engineering efforts.
- Experience using terminal communication applications such as HyperTerminal, Tera Term, or comparable tools.
- Demonstrated ability to read, interpret, and troubleshoot electronic schematics and printed circuit board (PCB) layouts.
- Extensive hands-on experience with electronic test and measurement equipment, including oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, signal generators, logic analyzers, and related tools.
- Strong hardware debugging and root-cause analysis skills, including troubleshooting at the printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) level.
HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON:- Join Alcon's mission to provide top-tier, innovative products and solutions to enhance sight & enhance lives.
- Grow your career in a highly collaborative and diverse environment.
- Alcon provides robust benefits package including health, life, retirement, paid time off, and much more!
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Pay Range130,900.00 - 169,400.00
Pay FrequencyAnnual
