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Memory Validation Architect

San Jose, CA · On-site

$209K - $303K/yr

Job Details: About Altera At Altera, our independence as the world's largest pureplay FPGA ... You will partner closely with architecture, RTL, firmware, board design, signal integrity, software ...

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FPGA Development Tools Engineer

Toronto, ON · On-site

CA$115/hr

Job Details: We're looking for talented software developers to join Altera's Quartus Device Modeling organization. If you're ever wanted to work on the boundary of software and hardware, this is the ...

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Silicon Domain Architect

San Jose, CA · On-site

$119 - $178/hr

... Altera FPGA products. * Supports the definition and execution of technology roadmaps for silicon domain subsystems based on product requirements, hardware features, and hardware/software ...

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Senior FPGA Circuit Design Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$149K - $215K/yr

Job Details: About Altera At Altera, our independence as the world's largest pureplay FPGA ... software deliverables. As a senior technical contributor, you will work closely with ...

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Software Validation Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$133K - $192K/yr

Altera is seeking a motivated Software Validation Engineer to ensure the quality and reliability of our cutting-edge software solutions for programmable logic devices! Responsibilities: * Design ...

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FPGA System Design Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$118K - $172K/yr

... Altera technology, and influence future product and software capabilities. This position provides an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies including FPGA-based DSP, embedded ...

Altera Corp.

FPGA Compiler (Placer) Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$149K - $215K/yr

Job Details: About Altera At Altera , our independence as the world's largest pure-play FPGA ... Collaborate with world-class teams across architecture, silicon, and software Salary The pay range ...

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FPGA Customer Quality Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$118.90 - $210/hr

About Altera**At AlteraTM, our independence as the world's largest pure‐play FPGA solutions ... software, board, system, and manufacturing by partnering with external customers, internal ...

Altera

Director of Engineering

San Jose, CA · On-site

Altera is seeking a DirectorofEngineering to lead a world-class engineering organization responsible for the development, integration, and delivery of software and FPGA IP solutions that enable next ...

Altera Corp.

FPGA System Design Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$118K - $172K/yr

... Altera technology, and influence future product and software capabilities. This position provides an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies including FPGA-based DSP, embedded ...

Altera

Principal NoC IP Micro-Architect

San Jose, CA · On-site

$209.50 - $299.20/hr

... into Altera's next-generation FPGA platforms. You will work closely with architecture, design, verification, software, physical design, and product teams to deliver high-performance interconnect ...

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Senior FPGA Compiler (Router) Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$152K - $195K/yr

Altera is a leader in FPGA innovation, delivering programmable solutions that power AI, cloud ... Proficiency in C/C++ and software development best practices * EDA / CAD Knowledge: Familiarity ...

Altera

FPGA Development Tools Engineer

Toronto, ON

CA$115/hr

Job Details: We're looking for talented software developers to join Altera's Quartus Device Modeling organization. If you're ever wanted to work on the boundary of software and hardware, this is the ...

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    SatCom, ISR & Space Payload Architect

    Altera

    San Jose, CA • On-site

    Full-time

    Re-posted 17 days ago

    Job description

    Job Details:Job Description:

    Altera is seeking a SatCom, ISR, and Space Payload Architect to lead technical engagements and solution development for next-generation space and defense platforms. This role will focus on architecting FPGA-based solutions for satellite communications, intelligence/surveillance/reconnaissance (ISR), and onboard space payload processing.

    Candidates must be located within a commutable distance of the Altera New Hampshire office, once the office is established.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Define system architectures for SatCom, ISR, and space payload applications leveraging Altera FPGA technologies

    • Partner with customers and internal teams to translate mission requirements into scalable, high-performance solutions

    • Design and optimize signal processing pipelines for applications such as modulation/demodulation, channelization, encryption, and image/sensor processing

    • Drive adoption of FPGA-based acceleration for onboard processing, including real-time and edge compute in space environments

    • Collaborate with hardware, software, and product teams to influence roadmap and deliver optimized solutions

    • Support system integration across RF front-end, digital processing, and high-speed interconnects

    • Provide technical leadership across design, verification, and deployment phases

    • Develop reference architectures, white papers, and technical collateral for aerospace and defense customers

    The pay range below is for NH only. Actual salary may vary based ona number offactors including job location, job-related knowledge, skills, experiences,trainings, etc. We also offer incentive opportunities that reward employees based on individual and company performance.

    $169.0K- $244.7KUSD

    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:

    Minimum Qualifications

    • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field; Master's preferred

    • 8+ years of experience in satellite communications, ISR systems, or space payload design

    • Strong background in digital signal processing (DSP) for communications or sensing systems

    • Hands-on experience with FPGA design (VHDL/Verilog/SystemVerilog, RTL development)

    • Experience with communication protocols and standards (e.g., DVB-S2/S2X, CCSDS, LDPC, etc.)

    • Familiarity with high-speed data interfaces (e.g., PCIe, Ethernet, JESD204)

    • Experience with system-level design in constrained environments (power, thermal, radiation)

    Security Clearance Requirement

    This position may involve work on U.S. Government contracts that require access to controlled or classified information. Accordingly, all applicants must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance as a condition of employment. Failure to obtain or maintain the required security clearance may result in the withdrawal of an employment offer or termination of employment, consistent with applicable law.

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Experience with onboard satellite payload processing or software-defined payloads

    • Knowledge of RF systems, link budgets, and waveform design

    • Experience with AI/ML acceleration in ISR or space-based analytics

    • Familiarity with Altera FPGA architecture and toolchain

    • Understanding of radiation-tolerant design and space qualification requirements

    Key Competencies

    • Strong system-level architecture and problem-solving skills

    • Ability to balance performance, power, and reliability for space environments

    • Customer-facing experience with aerospace/defense stakeholders

    • Clear communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

    Job Type: RegularShift:Shift 1 (United States of America)Primary Location:PortsmouthAdditional Locations:San Jose, California, United StatesPosting 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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