# Senior FPGA Design Engineer - Company: [Anellophotonics]() - Location: Santa Clara, CA - Team: R&D - Posted: June 5, 2026 ## Job description **ABOUT ANELLO PHOTONICS:** ANELLO Photonics is a leading-edge technology company based in Santa Clara, CA. The company has developed integrated photonic system-on-chip and AI technology for next generation navigation.  At the core is ANELLO's SIPHOG™ gyroscope, based on its patented photonic integrated circuit technology. The result is a product that is higher performance, much smaller size and weight and power, at a fraction of the cost of traditional gyros used in industrial, aerospace and military applications (SWAP-C). Our products enable reliable and accurate navigation and positioning for manned and autonomous applications, including in GPS-Denied environments. Anello is currently shipping product to a growing list of customers in the Construction, Farming, Trucking, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles, Autonomous Vehicles, and National Security segments. **POSITION SUMMARY:** ANELLO is seeking an experienced Senior FPGA Design Engineer to lead new product FPGA-based hardware development for advanced electronic products and embedded systems. This role requires strong expertise in FPGA architecture, RTL design, hardware validation, and board-level product development, including hands-on experience with PCBA design and system integration. The ideal candidate has a strong background and can lead FPGA and hardware designs from concept through production, working closely with electrical, firmware, software, manufacturing, and test teams to deliver reliable, manufacturable products. **KEY RESPONSIBILITIES** ***FPGA Design & Development*** * Design, implement, simulate, and debug FPGA solutions using Verilog, SystemVerilog, or VHDL. * Develop high-performance digital architectures including data acquisition, signal processing, communication interfaces, and embedded control systems. * Integrate and optimize vendor and third-party IP, perform timing closure, resource utilization, and power optimization. * Support FPGA bring-up, hardware debugging, and system integration using standard lab instrumentation. ***Verification & Validation*** * Develop simulation environments and verification methodologies for FPGA validation. * Perform functional verification, hardware testing, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis. * Create automated test procedures, validation plans, and supporting documentation. ***Hardware & Product Development*** * Participate in schematic reviews, component selection, PCB/PCBA development, and board-level architecture decisions. * Collaborate on high-speed digital design, signal integrity, power distribution, clocking, and EMC/EMI considerations. * Support prototype builds, manufacturing introduction, and production ramp activities. ***Cross-Functional Collaboration*** * Work closely with fw, sw, systems, mechanical, mfg, and test engi teams throughout the PLC. * Develop technical documentation incl requirement/specs, test procedures, and design reports. * Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, field issue investigations, and continuous product improvement efforts. **QUALIFICATIONS:** * BSEE or MSEE, CE or related field; * 8+ yrs of FPGA and embedded hardware development. Simulation, verification, HW debugging * Strong proficiency in Verilog, SystemVerilog, or VHDL. * Experience w/FPGA platforms and toolchains ie. AMD/Xilinx, Intel/Altera, Lattice, or Microchip * Experience with FPGA simulation, verification, and hardware debugging. * Solid understanding of digital electronics, high-speed interfaces, embedded systems, and electronic product development. * Experience supporting products from prototype through production. **Nice to have’s** * Experience with DDR memory, PCIe, Ethernet, USB, SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, DSP, or real-time signal processing applications. * Experience with embedded processors and SoC FPGA platforms. * Familiarity with Altium, Cadence Allegro, OrCAD, or similar schematic and PCB design tools. * Knowledge of DFM/DFT, manufacturing test development, EMC compliance, and production test methodologies. * Experience with low-power, industrial, or ruggedized embedded systems. **Additional Attributes** * Hands-on engineer with strong FPGA, hardware, and system-level problem-solving skills. * Excellent troubleshooting and root-cause analysis capabilities. * Ability to balance technical execution with product goals, schedules, and business priorities. * Strong communication, collaboration, ownership, and accountability. * Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. (U.S. citizenship or Perm Residence) ## Apply [Apply on Anellophotonics]() Canonical job page: