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Altera is hiring a Graduate Engineer, FPGA HPS USB Post-Silicon Validation — a full-time, based in Penang, Malaysia role. Apply directly on Altera's careers page below.
Graduate Engineer – FPGA HPS USB Post-Silicon Validation
Location: Penang 15, Penang, Malaysia
Time Type: Full time
Job Description
Job Details:
Job Description:
Join our Silicon Validation team and gain hands-on experience validating HPS USB subsystems in next-generation FPGA SoC devices. You will work alongside experienced engineers to bring up new silicon, execute validation tests, debug issues, and develop automation solutions to ensure product quality and reliability.
This role is ideal for a fresh graduate who is interested in computer architecture, embedded systems, hardware validation, and debugging real silicon in a laboratory environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Support execution of HPS USB validation test plans for USB Host, Device, and OTG functionality.
- Perform silicon bring-up activities and basic hardware debugging on development platforms.
- Execute manual and automated test cases to validate USB functionality, performance, and interoperability.
- Collect, analyze, and document test results and debug findings.
- Assist in reproducing, isolating, and tracking hardware and software issues found during validation.
- Develop and enhance test automation using Python, TCL or similar scripting languages.
- Work with USB protocol analyzers, oscilloscopes, and other lab equipment to investigate system behavior.
- Support validation of HPS boot flows, peripheral connectivity, and hardware-software interactions.
- Collaborate with firmware, design, software, and platform teams to resolve technical issues.
- Maintain validation documentation, test procedures, and regression reports.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of validation methodologies and automation infrastructure.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Strong academic foundations in digital design, computer architecture, embedded systems, or electronics.
- Basic programming knowledge in Python, C/C++, TCL, or scripting languages.
- Familiarity with Linux operating systems and command-line environments.
- Good debugging, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Willingness to learn new technologies and work in a hands-on lab environment.
Job Type:
RegularShift:
Shift 1 (Malaysia)Primary Location:
Penang 15, Penang, MalaysiaAdditional 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.Get Graduate Engineer, FPGA HPS USB Post-Silicon Validation jobs like this→
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Frequently asked questions
What skills are required for Graduate Engineer, FPGA HPS USB Post-Silicon Validation at Altera?
The required skills for Graduate Engineer, FPGA HPS USB Post-Silicon Validation at Altera include: FPGA, Python, Linux, Embedded Systems.
What is the seniority level for Graduate Engineer, FPGA HPS USB Post-Silicon Validation at Altera?
Graduate Engineer, FPGA HPS USB Post-Silicon Validation at Altera is a Entry level position.
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