FPGA Engineer II

Job Function: Repair & Service

Location:

Goleta, CA, US, 93117

Work Location (for field-based positions):

Work Flexibility: Hybrid

Pay Range: $109,400 - $142,220

Job ID: 6040

Job Summary

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KARL STORZ is seeking an FPGA Engineer II to design, develop, test, integrate, and verify FPGA designs for advanced medical video camera systems. This role will support the development of innovative imaging technologies while collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure high-quality, reliable system performance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

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• Design and develop synthesizable Verilog HDL code for FPGA applications.
• Develop Verilog and SystemVerilog testbenches to simulate and verify FPGA designs.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve FPGA design issues.
• Analyze FPGA resource utilization, power consumption, timing, and performance to ensure designs meet system requirements.
• Collaborate with hardware and software engineering teams to support FPGA integration and system-level verification.
• Ensure FPGA designs meet applicable technical specifications and quality standards.

Additional Responsibilities

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• Develop and implement embedded software solutions for processors interfacing with FPGA designs.
• Support engineering design reviews, testing, and documentation activities.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

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• Intermediate proficiency in Verilog, SystemVerilog, or VHDL for FPGA design, implementation, and verification.
• Basic proficiency in developing, testing, and verifying Embedded C software for microcontrollers interfacing with FPGAs.
• Working knowledge of video timing and video interface standards.
• Intermediate experience troubleshooting electrical systems, including FPGA, hardware, and software interactions.
• Ability to identify, recommend, and implement innovative solutions to complex design challenges.
• Understanding of FPGA power consumption, performance, resource utilization, and design tradeoffs.
• Ability to architect FPGA designs based on system requirements and contribute to requirements development.
• Intermediate understanding of FPGA architecture, internal structures, and FPGA development tools.
• Ability to contribute to continuous improvement of FPGA design methodologies and engineering processes.
• Ability to provide technical guidance, mentoring, and knowledge sharing with other engineers.
• Strong technical documentation skills, including developing clear and accurate requirements, design descriptions, and engineering analyses.
• Knowledge of medical device quality systems and applicable regulatory standards, including FDA 21 CFR Part 820, ISO 13485, and ISO 9001.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Education and Experience

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Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline with 2–5 years of experience in FPGA design or a related field.

OR

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline with 0–2 years of experience in FPGA design or a related field.

MA Applicants

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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Eligible Employee Benefits

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• Medical / Dental / Vision including a state-of-the-art wellness program and access to pet insurance, too!
• 3 weeks vacation accrual for full time roles,* paid holidays plus paid sick time too
• Up to 8 weeks of 100% paid company parental leave; includes maternal/ paternal leave, adoption, and fostering of a child.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan providing a match of 66.67% (4%) of the employee’s first 6% contribution (up to IRS limits)
• Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts
• HSA Savings Accounts with company contribution
• Life, STD & LTD Insurance
• We prepay your tuition up to $5,250 per year! - Tuition pre-imbursement
• Fitness reimbursement of up to $200 annually
• And much more!

+ Field sales, internships, and roles that are regularly scheduled to work less than 30 hours per week are not eligible for vacation, except where required by law.

Non-employees, including temporary workers and consultants, are not eligible to participate in the KARL STORZ benefits program.

KARL STORZ reserves the right to change or modify the employee’s job description whether orally or in writing, at any time during the employment relationship. Additionally, KARL STORZ, through its supervisors, may require an employee to perform duties outside their normal description within the sole discretion of the supervisor. Employees must comply will all applicable KARL STORZ policies and procedures.

KARL STORZ is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills and unique experiences. To achieve this goal, we are committed to diverse voices, and all applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

KARL STORZ is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process. Should you need assistance or accommodation please email us at [email protected].

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