FPGA Design Intern

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Our culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers.

Wireline Network Test is seeking an FPGA intern to support development of our wireline Ethernet test products. You’ll work with advanced technologies and standards, including FPGA logic operating at 600+ MHz and line speeds exceeding 1600Gbps.

Join a highly talented and motivated team of hardware and software engineers developing a state-of-the-art wireline Ethernet test system. Leveraging the latest generation of FPGAs and multi-core CPUs, our test instruments are designed to stay ahead of mainstream solutions—enabling validation of equipment and networks before deployment. Driven by the growing bandwidth demands of hyperscale data centers and carrier networks, our systems must support the highest speeds and newest technologies well before they reach the market. This is your opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge innovations, working with line rates up to 1600Gbps and beyond.

• Work with a mentor to design, develop, and implement new features and platforms
• Create and developing innovative new products and features
• Drive continuous process and code base improvements

• Enrolled in a B.Sc or M.Sc in EE or CE program
• Strong analytical skills. Excellent written, verbal, presentation communication skills. Must be able to read and interpret complex information.
• Able to cultivate interpersonal relationships and cohesive team interactions and communications.
• VHDL or Verilog proficiency
• Basic C programming knowledge
• Knowledge or experience in the following areas is a plus
• Knowledge of Ethernet technologies from 1G to 1600G+
• Experience with SerDes up to 212Gbps, memory technologies such as DDR4, RLDRAM3, and interconnect protocols such as PCIe and Interlaken
• Understanding of data networks, networking protocols, switch/router operation, and protocol stack implementations is desirable
• Understanding of interpreted languages such at Tcl or Python

The level of role is based on applicable experience, education and skills; most offers will be between the minimum and midpoint of the salary range listed below.

CA Pay Range: MIN $36.05 to MAX $38.82

Note, for other locations, pay ranges will vary by region. 

***Keysight is an Equal Opportunity Employer.***