> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1863575-senior-fpga-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1863575-senior-fpga-engineer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior FPGA Engineer - **Company:** Cohu, Inc. - **Location:** Norwood, MA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Configuration Management, Software Debugging, Formal Verification, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Python (Programming Language), PCI Express, Software Requirements Analysis, SystemVerilog, Verilog, ModelSim, Modeling and Simulation, Software Version Control - **Published:** July 31, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=93da42ae570c93ae ## About the Role Seeking a Senior FPGA design engineer with 7 to 15 years of experience. In this role, you will drive innovative solutions in the Semiconductor Test Group at Cohu. At Cohu, semiconductor test solutions span digital, RF, and mixed signal applications., * BS, MS, or PhD * Minimum 7 years of experience with RTL and FPGAs * Expertise with RTL design and simulation * Experience with AMD (Xilinx) or Altera tools * Proficiency using simulation tools such as Modelsim, VCS, or Xcelium * Verilog/System Verilog language experience * Ability to work independently or as part of a team and follow through on assignments with minimal supervision * Attention to detail and high degree of accuracy * English language proficiency Desired Qualifications: * Working knowledge of Python * Working knowledge of C/C++ * Formal verification experience * Experience with AMD (Xilinx) or Altera SoC devices and toolchains ## Description This role is an exciting opportunity to design challenging solutions for semiconductor test instruments. You will be involved in all stages of product development from initial concept through release to manufacturing. You will be working alongside other FPGA designers as well as collaborating with software and hardware engineers to drive compelling FPGA solutions to solve complex system requirements. This role is for FPGA implementation to support key functions across multiple test instrument families. This includes: * High speed PCIe * High bandwidth DDR memory * Waveform generation and digitization * DSP implementation * Precision analog signal control and calibration Work activities involve: * FPGA design using AMD and Intel FPGA devices * RTL design and simulation * System-level FPGA architecture definition and translation of instrument requirements into RTL implementations * High-speed interfaces and memory subsystem design including JESD, PCIe, DMA, and DDR4/5 * Board-level debug, and lab bring-up using standard lab equipment * Revision control and configuration management * Collaboration with software and hardware engineers to ensure proper integration of a complete test instrument * Interaction with other functional groups and coordination with outside design resources * Must be a self-motivated individual to work in a fast-paced environment * Generation of technical documentation and reports ## Related Videos - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [Strange New Worlds: shaping the future of the digital age](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/677-strange-new-worlds-shaping-the-future-of-the-digital-age) - [The Billion Dollar Machine: First Time Right.](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/393-the-billion-dollar-machine-first-time-right) ## Related Articles - [Should senior developers refuse interview coding challenges?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/29-should-senior-developers-refuse-interview-coding-challenges) - [How Much FAANG Companies Actually Pay Software Engineers in 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/230-how-much-faang-companies-actually-pay-software-engineers-in-2025) - [10 Highest Paying Programming Languages 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/150-10-highest-paying-programming-languages-2025) - [Top 6 Hackathons for Developers in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/263-top-6-hackathons-for-developers-in-2023) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking)