ANELLO Photonics is a Santa Clara–based company that develops silicon photonics optical gyroscopes (SiPhOG™) and integrated inertial navigation systems for GPS-denied environments.
<div class="sqs-block-content" data-preserve-html-node="true"> <p data-preserve-html-node="true"><strong>ABOUT ANELLO PHOTONICS:</strong></p> <p data-preserve-html-node="true">ANELLO Photonics <a href="http://www.anellophotonics.com" target="_blank">http://www.anellophotonics.com</a> is a leading-edge technology company based in <span class="xn-location">Santa Clara, CA.</span> 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. </p> <p><strong>POSITION SUMMARY:</strong></p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p><strong>KEY RESPONSIBILITIES</strong></p> <p><em><strong>FPGA Design & Development</strong></em></p> <ul> <li>Design, implement, simulate, and debug FPGA solutions using Verilog, SystemVerilog, or VHDL.</li> <li>Develop high-performance digital architectures including data acquisition, signal processing, communication interfaces, and embedded control systems.</li> <li>Integrate and optimize vendor and third-party IP, perform timing closure, resource utilization, and power optimization.</li> <li>Support FPGA bring-up, hardware debugging, and system integration using standard lab instrumentation.</li> </ul> <p><em><strong>Verification & Validation</strong></em></p> <ul> <li>Develop simulation environments and verification methodologies for FPGA validation.</li> <li>Perform functional verification, hardware testing, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis.</li> <li>Create automated test procedures, validation plans, and supporting documentation.</li> </ul> <p><em><strong>Hardware & Product Development</strong></em></p> <ul> <li>Participate in schematic reviews, component selection, PCB/PCBA development, and board-level architecture decisions.</li> <li>Collaborate on high-speed digital design, signal integrity, power distribution, clocking, and EMC/EMI considerations.</li> <li>Support prototype builds, manufacturing introduction, and production ramp activities.</li> </ul> <p><em><strong>Cross-Functional Collaboration</strong></em></p> <ul> <li>Work closely with fw, sw, systems, mechanical, mfg, and test engi teams throughout the PLC.</li> <li>Develop technical documentation incl requirement/specs, test procedures, and design reports.</li> <li>Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, field issue investigations, and continuous product improvement efforts.</li> </ul> <p><strong>QUALIFICATIONS:</strong></p> <ul> <li>BSEE or MSEE, CE or related field;</li> <li>8+ yrs of FPGA and embedded hardware development. Simulation, verification, HW debugging</li> <li>Strong proficiency in Verilog, SystemVerilog, or VHDL.</li> <li>Experience w/FPGA platforms and toolchains ie. AMD/Xilinx, Intel/Altera, Lattice, or Microchip</li> <li>Experience with FPGA simulation, verification, and hardware debugging.</li> <li>Solid understanding of digital electronics, high-speed interfaces, embedded systems, and electronic product development.</li> <li>Experience supporting products from prototype through production. </li> </ul> <p><strong>Nice to have’s</strong></p> <ul> <li>Experience with DDR memory, PCIe, Ethernet, USB, SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, DSP, or real-time signal processing applications.</li> <li>Experience with embedded processors and SoC FPGA platforms.</li> <li>Familiarity with Altium, Cadence Allegro, OrCAD, or similar schematic and PCB design tools.</li> <li>Knowledge of DFM/DFT, manufacturing test development, EMC compliance, and production test methodologies.</li> <li>Experience with low-power, industrial, or ruggedized embedded systems.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Additional Attributes</strong></p> <ul> <li>Hands-on engineer with strong FPGA, hardware, and system-level problem-solving skills.</li> <li>Excellent troubleshooting and root-cause analysis capabilities.</li> <li>Ability to balance technical execution with product goals, schedules, and business priorities.</li> <li>Strong communication, collaboration, ownership, and accountability.</li> <li>Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. (U.S. citizenship or Perm Residence) </li> </ul> </div>