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The Sensing & Imaging FPGA Engineer joins the Imaging and Sensing Incubation team to develop hardware systems for products like iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch. This role involves developing FPGA-based platforms from architecture through hardware bring-up, creating multi-sensor acquisition and processing systems for camera data and digital signal processing. The engineer will perform RTL coding, IP integration, synthesis, and timing closure while using lab equipment like oscilloscopes and logic analyzers to debug designs. Key technical requirements include proficiency in Vivado and Lattice Radiant tools, System Verilog or Verilog, and experience with protocols such as I2C, SPI, UART, USB, MIPI, and high-speed serial interfaces. The work focuses on the core challenge of integrating cameras and non-vision sensors like IMUs and microphones to enable advanced features and real-time image processing in mobile and device-driven environments.
Own the full FPGA lifecycle including RTL coding, IP selection, synthesis, and timing closure.
Develop FPGA-based processing for camera and multi-sensor data paths supporting real-time image and DSP.
Create and maintain test benches to verify HDL code for functional correctness and performance.
Execute plans to bring up, debug, and validate hardware designs using oscilloscopes and logic analyzers.
Implement high-speed communication protocols such as I2C, SPI, UART, USB, and MIPI.
Document FPGA architecture and communicate technical concepts to cross-functional partners and leadership.
Explore emerging sensor technologies to contribute to technology roadmaps for future products.
What we're looking for
Proficiency with FPGA design tools such as Vivado and Lattice Radiant, including knowledge of AMD (Xilinx) and Lattice technologies.
Strong System Verilog or Verilog RTL design skills.
Experience with communication interfaces and protocols including I2C, SPI, UART, USB, MIPI, DP, and high-speed serial interfaces.
Troubleshooting and analytical skills using lab equipment like oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, ChipScope, and Reveal.
BS degree and a minimum of 10 years of relevant industry experience.
Experience with image/signal processing implementation in FPGA (ISP pipelines, filtering, frame buffering) (preferred).
Understanding of low-level software (C or C++), Python/Tcl for automation, and CI/CD methodologies (preferred).
MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field with experience delivering FPGAs from concept to implementation (preferred).