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FPGA Silicon Validation Engineer

Altera

On-site
Penang, Malaysia
Full-time
Entry
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Job description

Altera is hiring a FPGA Silicon Validation Engineer — a full-time, based in Penang, Malaysia role. Apply directly on Altera's careers page below.

FPGA Silicon Validation Engineer

Location: Penang 15, Penang, Malaysia

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

Job Details:

Job Description:

  • Own Transceiver high-speed I/O validation, including defining and executing validation strategies across multiple programs.

  • Develop, standardize, and maintain validation methodologies, test setups, and measurement flows to enable scalable and repeatable execution.

  • Perform post‑silicon functional and electrical validation using state‑of‑the‑art lab equipment, including high‑bandwidth oscilloscopes, protocol analyzers, pattern generators, and logic analyzers.

  • Collaborate with hardware board design teams on high‑speed channel implementation, including stack‑ups, routing strategies, and I/O termination topologies; review schematics, layouts, and board design guidelines.

  • Partner with silicon design, package, board, and software teams to drive debug, root‑cause analysis, and issue resolution.

  • Drive exploration and enablement of IP‑level and platform‑level validation methodologies, tools, and infrastructure to improve validation efficiency, coverage, and throughput.

  • Focus primarily on high-speed analog I/O and PHY design including transmitters, receivers and voltage regulators for advanced Ethernet, PCIe, USB, VIdeo(SDI/HDMI) and etc interfaces.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Electronic Engineering or a related field.

  • Solid fundamentals in semiconductor device physics, analog and digital circuits, and signal integrity.

  • Basic understanding of high‑speed interfaces and protocols such as Ethernet, PCIe, USB, or similar I/O technologies.

  • Hands‑on academic or internship experience with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, pattern generators, or protocol analyzers is a plus.

  • Basic scripting or programming experience (e.g., Python, Perl, TCL, or C/C++) is preferred.

  • Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to debug technical issues effectively.

  • Self‑motivated, eager to learn, and able to work in a fast‑paced engineering environment.

Job Type:

Regular

Shift:

Shift 1 (Malaysia)

Primary Location:

Penang 15, Penang, Malaysia

Additional Locations:

Posting Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

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Frequently asked questions

What skills are required for FPGA Silicon Validation Engineer at Altera?

The required skills for FPGA Silicon Validation Engineer at Altera include: Python, Perl, C, C++, Ethernet, PCIe.

What is the seniority level for FPGA Silicon Validation Engineer at Altera?

FPGA Silicon Validation Engineer at Altera is a Entry level position.

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