ppNXP’s Industrial IoT Edge solutions range from the smallest MCUs to very high-performance processors to provide real-time insights and efficient automation when performance matters most. NXP’s advanced portfolio of edge processing solutions lets developers explore their most innovative ideas with confidence, enabling applications across the autonomous home, industrial automation, and personal electronics. NXP is building new teams in Catania to create high impact micro-controllers (MCU) as part of NXP’s intelligent AI at the Edge. This team will include a wide range of engineering talent from analog to SOC digital design. Full product development local will product world class products at a world class pace. /ppWe are seeking a skilled and motivated FPGA Prototyping/Emulation Engineer to join our hardware design team. /ppThe ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in FPGA-based prototyping and emulation of complex SoC designs, and will work closely with RTL designers, verification engineers, and software teams to enable early software development and system validation. /ppThe candidate should be able to define, lead, and execute a long-term strategy for pre-silicon validation leveraging emulation and FPGA prototyping platforms. This role will drive the optimization and automation of the emulation infrastructure and enable hardware, software, firmware, and validation teams to efficiently execute and validate complex microcontroller SoCs. /ph3Your Responsibilities /h3ulliDevelop, bring-up and maintain pre-silicon Emulation/FPGA-based prototyping platforms like HAPS-100/Veloce/ Palladium/ZeBU or FPGA for IP/SoC. /liliIntegrate and debug RTL blocks on FPGA platforms (e.g., Xilinx, Intel/Altera). /liliCollaborate with design and verification teams to bring up emulation environments.



/liliOptimize FPGA resource usage and timing closure for large-scale designs. /liliSupport software teams with early access to hardware through emulation/prototyping. /liliAutomate build and deployment flows using scripting languages (Python, Tcl, Shell). /liliDocument design flows, debug procedures, and provide training/support to internal teams. /liliDevelop and execute system use case scenarios. /liliDefine test strategy, create tests plan, and develop tests to address functional and performance requirements. /li /ulh3Your Profile /h3ulliBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field. /lili5+ years of hands-on experience in emulation/FPGA prototyping. /liliStrong understanding of digital design fundamentals. /liliExperience with Verilog/System Verilog and working knowledge of C/C++. /liliExperience with FPGA tools such as Vivado, Quartus, Synplify, or similar. /liliFamiliarity with at least some of the emulation platforms like Veloce, HAPS-100, Palladium or Zebu is important. /liliExperience in working on ARM/RISC-V core architecture would be an advantage. /liliProficiency in scripting languages (Python, Perl, Tcl). /liliGood problem-solving and debugging skills. /liliExcellent communication and teamwork abilities. /li /ulpNXP is committed to equal pay for equal work and work of equal value and applies fair, consistent and transparent remuneration practices.



/ppAs of the date of this posting, the estimated gross annual base salary range for this position in Italy is between 50,600 € and 69,600 € annually. /ppThis range is intended as a guideline. Actual compensation may vary based on qualifications, experience, skills, and specific business or organizational needs. /ppThis position falls under the applicable National Collective Labour Agreement (Metalmeccanica Industria). /ppWhere relevant, the total compensation package may also include additional elements such as annual incentive opportunities and/or equity, along with a competitive benefits package. /ppNXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ: NXPI) enables a smarter, safer, and more sustainable world through innovation. /ppAs the world leader in secure connectivity solutions for embedded applications, NXP is pushing boundaries in the automotive, industrial IoT, mobile, and communication infrastructure markets. /ppFor more information, visit /ppBright Minds. Bright Futures. /ppWe believe that a key component to growing our business is to develop our people. /ppTo enable you to grow your career at NXP, we offer online and offline learning opportunities to help you develop some of your core and professional skills. /ppCommitment At NXP. /ppWe recognize NXP is a powerful change agent as we continue to deliver innovative solutions that advance a more sustainable future. We remain steadfast in our commitment to sustainability and making measurable year-on-year progress. /ppAlso, we aim to create an inclusive work environment and we will not tolerate racism, discrimination or harassment of any kind. We have programs in place focused on diversity, inclusion and equality. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 FPGA and Emulation Prototyping Engineer - MCU (Catania)
🏢 Nxp Semiconductors
📍 Catania