FPGA Development Tools Engineer

Job Details: Job Description: Altera is seeking an FPGA Development Tools Engineer to design, develop, and enhance the next generation of FPGA software development tools. In this role, you will work on industry-leading toolchains that enable customers to efficiently design, simulate, compile, debug, and optimize FPGA-based systems. You will collaborate closely with architecture, RTL, verification, and customer-facing teams to deliver high-performance, scalable, and user-friendly FPGA development solutions. Responsibilities Develop and maintain FPGA development tools including synthesis, place-and-route, timing analysis, debugging, and simulation workflows Enhance and support Altera’s FPGA software toolchain (e.g., Quartus, platform designer, and associated utilities) Design algorithms and data structures for performance, scalability, and correctness across large FPGA devices Work with hardware architects to align tool capabilities with new FPGA features and architectures Develop C/C++ and/or Python-based infrastructure and automation supporting FPGA design flows Debug complex issues across software and hardware boundaries Optimize compilation runtime, quality-of-results (QoR), and memory usage Contribute to tool usability, documentation, and customer-facing improvements Support internal and external users, including escalation of critical tool issues Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and continuous improvement initiatives The pay range below is for Bay Area California only. Actual salary may vary based on a number of factors including job location, job-related knowledge, skills, experiences, trainings, etc. We also offer incentive opportunities that reward employees based on individual and company performance. $113.7K - $164.7K USD We use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants for the position. Applicants must be eligible for any required U.S. export authorizations. Qualifications: Required Qualifications Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field Strong experience with FPGA design flows and development tools Proficiency in C/C++ (required); Python experience strongly preferred Solid understanding of digital logic design, timing, and hardware architecture Experience with HDL languages (Verilog, SystemVerilog, VHDL) Familiarity with synthesis, timing analysis, and place-and-route concepts Experience working in large, complex software codebases Strong problem-solving and debugging skills Preferred Qualifications Experience developing or maintaining FPGA or EDA tools Knowledge of Quartus, Platform Designer, or comparable FPGA tools Experience with EDA algorithms (graph algorithms, optimization, constraint solving) Familiarity with ASIC or FPGA timing closure methodologies Experience with multi-threaded and high-performance software Knowledge of scripting (Tcl, Python) used in hardware design automation Experience working directly with customers or field applications teams Job Type: Regular Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America) Primary Location: San Jose, California, United States 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. About Altera Altera: Accelerating Innovators Altera provides leadership programmable solutions that are easy-to-use and deploy in applications from cloud to edge, offering limitless AI possibilities. Our end-to-end broad portfolio of products including FPGAs, CPLDs, Intellectual Property, development tools, System on Modules, SmartNICs and IPUs provide the flexibility to accelerate innovation. Altera is helping to shape the future through pioneering innovation that unlocks extraordinary possibilities for everyone on the planet. Don't see the dream job you are looking for? Click "Get Started" below to drop off your contact information and resume and we will reach out to you if we find the perfect fit.