Job Details:

Job Description:

Altera is one of the world's leading providers of programmable solutions. With a renewed focus on agility, software-first, and AI-driven solutions, Altera is shaping the future of computing by providing flexible technology, empowering innovators with scalable products, from high-performance to power- and cost-optimized devices for cloud, network, and edge applications. Join us in our journey to becoming the #1 FPGA provider in the world as we redefine the next era of programmable innovations! 

  

The Tools & Models Team plays a critical role in bringing Altera’s next-generation FPGA devices to Quartus Prime, our flagship design software. As the bridge between hardware and software, TMT defines and implements how FPGA devices are modeled within Quartus. If you’re excited about solving complex engineering problems and working at the intersection of hardware and software, DBIT is the place for you. 

  

Job Summary 

The EDA Database Architect will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining our cutting-edge database systems to support the development and optimization of FPGA tools and technologies.  This role requires a deep understanding of EDA tools, database architecture, and FPGA design methodologies.  The ideal candidate will have a passion for solving complex technical challenges and a commitment to delivering high-quality solutions. 

  

Key Responsibilities 

• Design and develop scalable, robust database architecture to support Quartus tools and FPGA design processes. 

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, define data models, and implement database solutions 

• Optimize database performance and ensure data integrity and availability 

• Develop and maintain database documentation, including schemas, data flow diagrams, and procedures 

• Perform database tuning and troubleshooting to identify and resolve performance issues 

• Mentor and guide junior database engineers and provide technical leadership 

Salary Range

The pay range below is for Bay Area California only. Actual salary may vary based on a number of factors including job location, job-related knowledge, skills, experiences, trainings, etc. We also offer incentive opportunities that reward employees based on individual and company performance.

$142.6 - $206.5USD

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Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field 

• 8-10+ years of experience in database architecture, design, and development, preferably in the EDA or semiconductor industry 

• Strong understanding of EDA tools and preferably FPGA design tools & methodologies 

• Experience with data modeling, database optimization, and performance tuning 

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills 

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Proficiency in EDA open standard databases such as OpenAccess, Milkyway, SDF (Standard Delay Format), Liberty, UPF (Unified Power Format) 

• Experience with FPGA or more specifically Quartus tools 

  

Job Type:

Regular

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

Primary Location:

San Jose, California, United States

Additional Locations:

Posting Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.