FPGA Prototyping HAPS Lead

Position: FPGA Prototyping HAPS Lead

Job Type: Full-Time| Experience: 8+ years | Location: Bangalore, India Company: Mettlesemi Systems and Technologies Pvt Ltd Role Description

We are looking for an experienced FPGA Prototyping Lead (HAPS) to drive end-to-end FPGA-based SoC prototyping, system validation, and emulation initiatives for a prestigious global client. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in Synopsys HAPS and other leading prototyping platforms, combining strong hands-on technical skills with the ability to architect, lead, and deliver scalable FPGA prototyping solutions for complex SoCs.

This is a lead-level technical role for an engineer who thrives at the intersection of design, verification, and hardware realization owning the complete FPGA prototyping lifecycle from RTL to bring-up.

About Us

Mettlesemi Systems and Technologies Pvt. Ltd. is a Bangalore-based deep-tech company driving innovation across three key verticals:

• Custom Silicon Solutions & Embedded Systems Design
• Secure Hardware Products for Authentication and Cybersecurity
• Ultra-Low-Latency FPGA Systems for FinTech and Critical Infrastructure

Our silicon design expertise spans the entire lifecyclefrom RTL IP and SoC design to validation, DFT, and FPGA prototypingpositioning us as a trusted partner to leading global semiconductor clients. This opportunity falls under our Silicon Solutions and Services vertical, with a focus on FPGA-based SoC prototyping using Synopsys HAPS and related platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead FPGA-based prototyping and validation of complex SoC designs using Synopsys HAPS or equivalent platforms (e.g., Cadence Protium, Veloce proFPGA).
• Architect and implement scalable prototyping solutions, including partitioning, clocking, and interconnect design across multiple FPGAs.
• Oversee the complete FPGA flowfrom RTL integration, synthesis, and PnR to bitstream generation and bring-up.
• Drive platform bring-up, debug, and functional validation to achieve target performance and throughput.
• Collaborate with architecture, design, and verification teams to adapt ASIC RTL for FPGA and enable early software and system validation.
• Develop and maintain automation scripts (Python, Perl, Tcl, Makefile) to streamline synthesis, mapping, and build flows.
• Troubleshoot and resolve timing, capacity, and performance bottlenecks in multi-FPGA environments.
• Define and enhance methodologies, infrastructure, and debug frameworks to improve scalability and turnaround time.
• Mentor and guide a team of FPGA engineers, promoting best practices and technical rigor.
• Interface with customers and internal stakeholders to define prototyping strategy, track milestones, and ensure delivery quality.

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical, Electronics, or Computer Engineering.
• 8+ years of experience in FPGA-based prototyping, emulation, or SoC validation, with at least 3 years on Synopsys HAPS platforms.
• Proficiency in FPGA synthesis, place & route, and timing optimization (Xilinx Vivado or equivalent).
• Hands-on experience in RTL design and adaptation (Verilog/SystemVerilog) for FPGA targets.
• Strong understanding of computer architecture, ARM subsystems, and AMBA protocols (AXI, AHB, APB).
• Experience debugging functional, timing, and connectivity issues using FPGA debug tools (e.g., Synopsys Identify, Vivado ILA).
• Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Perl, Tcl, Makefile) for build automation.
• Experience with interface protocols such as USB, Ethernet, PCIe, MIPI, and DDR.
• Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and leadership skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with multi-FPGA partitioning and high-speed interconnects in large SoC environments.
• Familiarity with hybrid emulation, in-circuit emulation (ICE), or software co-validation.
• Understanding of transactor-based verification and integration with UVM-based testbenches.
• Exposure to pre-silicon validation, performance tuning, and system-level bring-up.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex deliverables.

Why Join Mettlesemi

• Lead state-of-the-art FPGA prototyping initiatives for global semiconductor clients.
• Own the architecture, implementation, and delivery of advanced HAPS-based SoC prototypes.
• Collaborate in a deep-tech environment with visibility into end-to-end silicon development.
• Opportunity to mentor and grow a high-performance FPGA team.
• Competitive compensation and strong growth opportunities.

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Subject: Application for FPGA Prototyping HAPS Lead 8+ Years