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# FAE FPGA

- **Company:** Microchip Technology Inc
- **Location:** France
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer Engineering, Linux, Logic Synthesis of Circuits, Embedded Software, Ethernet, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), PCI Express, Real-Time Operating Systems, Reduced Instruction Set Computing, Static Timing Analysis, SystemVerilog, Verilog, VHSIC Hardware Description Language (VHDL), Automotive Software
- **Published:** June 18, 2026
- **Apply:** https://wd5.myworkdaysite.com/recruiting/microchiphr/External/job/France---Courtaboeuf-Cedex/FAE-FPGA_R2531-26

## About the Role

* Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Computer Engineering, or related field.
 * Minimum 1 year of experience in FPGA design, digital design, or field application engineering.
 * Knowledge of:
 + FPGA architectures and development flows
 + VHDL and/or Verilog/SystemVerilog
 + Simulation and verification methodologies
 + Timing analysis and timing closure
 + Embedded systems and processor-based architectures
 + High-speed digital interfaces (PCIe, Ethernet, DDR, SERDES, etc.)
 * Experience supporting customer projects in a technical role.
 * Excellent communication and presentation skills.
 * Fluent in English and French.
 * Ability to travel regularly within France and occasionally across Europe.

Preferred Qualifications

 * Experience with FPGA SoC platforms integrating ARM® or RISC-V processors.
 * Knowledge of Linux, RTOS, and embedded software development.
 * Experience in Aerospace & Defense, Industrial Automation, Communications Infrastructure, or Automotive applications.
 * Familiarity with functional safety and cybersecurity requirements.
 * Experience in a customer-facing role such as FAE, Application Engineer, Design Engineer, or Technical Consultant.

Personal Attributes

 * Customer-first mindset with a passion for solving complex technical challenges.
 * Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
 * Self-motivated and capable of working independently.
 * Ability to translate technical capabilities into business value.
 * Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, international environment.
 * Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

## Description

We are seeking a highly motivated Field Applications Engineer (FAE) specializing in FPGA and SoC solutions to join our France-based team. The successful candidate will work closely with customers, sales teams, and product specialists to drive the adoption of advanced FPGA technologies across key market segments including Industrial, Aerospace & Defense, Communications, Smart Energy, Transportation, and Embedded Systems.

This customer-facing role combines strong technical expertise with business acumen, helping customers accelerate their designs while identifying new opportunities for growth.


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