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Altera is hiring a FPGA Configuration Architect — a full-time, based in Penang, Malaysia role. Apply directly on Altera's careers page below.
FPGA Configuration Architect
Location: Penang 15, Penang, Malaysia
Time Type: Full time
Job Description
Job Details:
Job Description:
Role Overview
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
Configuration Architecture Development
Contribute to configuration subsystem architecture definition
Support configuration schemes such as JTAG, SPI, CvP
Support architecture documentation (HAS, micro-architecture specs)
Design & Implementation
Develop configuration-related RTL / firmware / interfaces
Implement control logic and data paths
Ensure design meets performance and reliability targets
Debug, Validation & Bring-up
Support silicon bring-up and debug
Investigate configuration failures and bitstream issues
Work with validation teams for root cause analysis
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Collaborate with architecture, software, firmware, and validation teams
Participate in design reviews
Performance & Quality Improvement
Optimize configuration time and robustness
Documentation & Engineering Excellence
Maintain design specs, test plans, and debug documentation
Qualifications:
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.
Job Type:
RegularShift:
Shift 1 (Malaysia)Primary Location:
Penang 15, Penang, MalaysiaAdditional Locations:
Posting Statement:
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Frequently asked questions
What skills are required for FPGA Configuration Architect at Altera?
The required skills for FPGA Configuration Architect at Altera include: FPGA, SPI, Embedded Systems.
What is the seniority level for FPGA Configuration Architect at Altera?
FPGA Configuration Architect at Altera is a Senior level position.
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