Senior FPGA Architect – SystemVerilog

Overview Keysight is on the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~15, employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over countries. Learn more about what we do.  Our award-winningculture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers. About the Job:  Join us for an exciting opportunity as an FPGA Lead and Architect within the PathWave Test Sync Executive team. Our commercial software product harnesses FPGA IP and a Core SW library integrated into Keysight hardware, delivering unparalleled synchronization for cutting-edge applications like Quantum, 6G, and Radar. PathWave Test Sync Executive empowers system application developers with an intuitive API to construct intricate solutions and manage expansive instrumentation systems effortlessly. About the Team:  You'll be an integral part of our vibrant R&D team based in Barcelona (Spain), collaborating closely with teams across the USA and worldwide. We seek a skilled, motivated FPGA engineer to spearhead FPGA development, driving technology innovation to propel Keysight's growth in the rapidly evolving test and measurement market. Responsibilities Translate partner use cases into product requirements  Define high-level FPGA concepts that are coherent with the overall system architecture  Ensure FPGA designs align with system-level constraints and goals  Collaborate closely with the Product Owner to shape the product vision and translate it into a robust FPGA architecture.  Partner with architects and developers from various projects to align on architecture, implementation, and product interaction and integration.  Drive and actively participate in implementation while maintaining architectural integrity to extend the existing product's capabilities to meet the evolving needs of next-generation products, key markets, and applications.  Qualifications  Required Qualifications:  Education: BS/MS/PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field, with a focus on FPGA. Experience: 7+ years in digital electronics, including significant experience as an FPGA architect. FPGA Expertise: Proven ability to architect FPGA solutions aligned with system-level goals. Strong proficiency in FPGA design using SystemVerilog. Design & Architecture: Experience translating partner/customer use cases into detailed architectural blueprints, defining high-level design concepts, and architecting FPGA designs into larger software and hardware systems. FPGA Validation & Testing: Hands-on experience in FPGA validation, simulation, and static timing analysis. Tools & Platforms: Familiarity with Xilinx devices and the Vivado toolchain. Digital Design: Strong understanding of digital circuit design and schematics, and how FPGA blocks and IP cores interface with broader systems. Problem-Solving & Collaboration: Ability to multitask, solve complex problems, and collaborate across multiple projects.  Desired Qualifications:  Experience with QuestaSim and VHDL.  Proficiency in continuous integration and version control.  Familiarity with Agile Scrum methodology.  Exposure to test and measurement equipment and applications, synchronization, and time-critical applications.  Programming skills in C++, C#, or Python.  Self-motivated with strong communication skills and a customer-centric approach.  Adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with ambitious goals.  Strong team player with mentoring abilities.  Careers Privacy Statement***Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.***