FPGA Implementation Engineer JR

Cirrus Logic, Austin, TX 78701 Hybrid work

Cirrus Logic, a leader in mixed-signal processing, is seeking an FPGA Implementation Engineer to join its innovative audio development team. This role focuses on synthesizing ASIC designs onto FPGA platforms, ensuring high-quality design, and enhancing prototyping methodologies. Cirrus Logic is renowned for its inclusive culture and commitment to employee satisfaction, making it an ideal place for career growth.

• Deliver FPGA platforms for internal software development and hardware-software pre-silicon validation.
• Port ASIC-specific code and models into FPGA-friendly formats.
• Define and execute functional tests to validate FPGA builds before distribution.
• Perform FPGA synthesis, implementation, and static timing analysis for complex ASIC designs.
• Develop and maintain smoke tests to ensure quality across revisions.
• Test digital chip RTL from a user perspective on FPGA platforms.
• Design and implement equivalent analog models for the final ASIC analog front end.
• Introduce model-based design methods using Simulink or Matlab.

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Experience with FPGAs and understanding the differences between FPGA and ASIC design.
• Proficient in simulation and modeling tools, including design software.
• Knowledge of Verilog, System Verilog, and digital design concepts.
• Familiarity with verification/validation techniques and strong debugging skills.
• Understanding of common on-chip bus protocols (AMBA, SPI, I2C, I2S, UART).
• Experience with hardware development scripting (Python/Tcl).

• Experience in FPGA flows including synthesis, place & route, and timing closure (Synopsys Synplify, Xilinx Vivado).
• Understanding of FPGA primitives (memories, I/O pads, BUFG, MMCMs).
• Object-oriented programming skills in Python.
• Experience with floor planning and advanced timing closure techniques.
• Familiarity with lab equipment (Oscilloscope, Signal Generators, Logic Analyzers).
• Strong documentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under tight and variable time scales.

• ASIC Design Services
• Verification
• Packaging & Wafer
• Semiconductor IP