SoC/FPGA Engineer

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The NOKIA Optics Subsystems group develops the front-ends for coherent optical long-distance transmission modules to interconnect network nodes and data centers. We are expanding and looking for highly motivated and experienced engineers to join us to develop the next generations of transmission systems.

Within Optics Subsystems, the SoC (System-on-Chip) team members architect, specify, design and test the ASICs for the optical modules. Our main goal is to extend the optical reach and transmission bandwidth and at the same time reduce the power and floor-space needs by using the latest chip technologies.

How You Will Contribute And What You Will Learn

As ASIC engineer involved in the architecture and development of sub-micron devices, your development tasks are highly demanding in technical and soft skills. You will be working in a culture of autonomy and individual responsibility as part of an international development team, building system-on-chip devices for coherent transmission systems.

This position is especially focused on DSP design for Coherent Transmission ASIC devices.

• Highly skilled ASIC Development Specialist with expertise in Coherent Transmission DSP.
• Proficient in developing complex ASIC designs and IP for optical communication systems, utilizing advanced signal-processing algorithms.
• Experienced in RTL design, verification, synthesis and physical implementation, ensuring high-performance and low-power ASIC solutions.
• Implement RTL (Register Transfer Level) to gate-level netlist synthesis using industry-standard tools, collaborating closely with the design and verification teams.
• Stay current with industry trends and advancements in ASIC synthesis methodologies.
• Investigate and optimise power consumption by leveraging the latest CMOS technology nodes and applying dedicated power-analysis tools and techniques.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams: systems engineering, hardware, software and firmware development teams and test engineering in international Nokia locations.

Must have:

• Strong knowledge of DSP theory and algorithms, including modulation formats, equalization techniques and error-correction coding.
• Strong knowledge and practical experience in ASIC and FPGA design and verification, respective implementation tools (Synopsys, Mentor, Cadence), the related design languages (VHDL, Verilog, System Verilog), script programming (TCL, Python) and overall development environment.
• Proven experience in Formal Verification of design results (e.g. LEC, CDC, PDV) as well as use of hardware emulators.
• Basic understanding of firmware development, software structures and methods (C/C++), development of drivers and APIs for the design blocks.
• Good communication skills, fluent written and spoken English (required), with a strong interest to collaborate with international partners.

It would be beneficial if you also had:

• Inter-disciplinary and inter-cultural collaboration experience.
• Knowledge in LINUX-based systems IT infrastructure management.
• Knowledge in ASIC Design verification methodologies (e.g. UVM).
• Knowledge about optical transmission standards like OIF, IEEE, ITU-T etc.
• Knowledge about coherent optical transmission systems and their components, transmission theory and algorithms, forward error correction, modulation formats and their implementation.

The position requires a Master’s degree or PhD in Electronic Engineering, Microelectronics, Telecommunication Engineering or equivalent.

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Some of our benefits:

• Flexible and hybrid working schemes.
• A minimum of 90 days of Maternity and Paternity Leave, with the option to return to work within a year following the birth or adoption of a child (based on eligibility).
• Life insurance to all employees to provide peace of mind and financial security.
• Well‑being programs to support your mental and physical health.
• Opportunities to join and receive support from Nokia Employee Resource Groups (NERGs).
• Employee Growth Solutions to support your personalized career & skills development.
• Diverse pool of Coaches & Mentors to whom you have easy access.
• A learning environment which promotes personal growth and professional development - for your role and beyond.

Seniority level: Not Applicable

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Engineering and Information Technology

Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting and Telecommunications

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