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Principal Engineer - Build the Synthesis Engine Behind Next-Generation FPGAs
Accepting applicationsLattice Semiconductor · San Jose, CA
Full-Time Principal AIC++FPGAMentor
Posted
1d ago
Category
Design
Experience
Principal
Country
United States
Own the Technology. Shape the Direction. Drive the Transformation.
At Lattice, we're looking for a seasoned FPGA Synthesis expert who wants to do more than optimize algorithms.
This is an opportunity to join a lean, highly technical team where leadership is defined not by organization charts, but by influence, innovation, and hands-on engineering excellence.
You'll help shape the future of our synthesis technology, influence the direction of our FPGA toolchain, and play a key role in advancing the next generation of compiler and EDA capabilities that power Lattice devices.
Why This Role Is Different
Lead Through Technical Impact
In many organizations, senior engineers become reviewers of work.
At Lattice, Principal Engineers remain deeply hands-on.
You will have the opportunity to:
Drive key architectural decisions
Influence synthesis strategy across product generations
Solve complex optimization challenges firsthand
Mentor through technical leadership and example
Help define what "best-in-class" synthesis looks like for Lattice FPGA platforms
This is a role for builders, innovators, and technical leaders who enjoy owning outcomes end-to-end.
Help Modernize the Future of FPGA Development
The EDA industry is entering a period of significant transformation.
Traditional compiler and synthesis techniques remain critical, but the future increasingly requires intelligent workflows that leverage AI-assisted development, advanced automation, productivity acceleration, design-space exploration, and data-driven optimization.
We're actively evolving our toolchain and engineering practices to embrace these opportunities.
If you've thought about how AI can meaningfully improve developer productivity, debugging, algorithm exploration, verification, QoR analysis, or engineering efficiency—not just as a buzzword, but as a practical advantage—this is a chance to help shape that journey.
Embrace Change. Create Opportunity.
Transformation isn't always comfortable.
Modernizing toolchains, evolving architectures, and challenging established approaches inevitably comes with complexity and friction.
But that's also where the most rewarding engineering opportunities exist.
We're looking for people who are energized by change, motivated by difficult technical problems, and excited by the opportunity to leave a lasting impact on products, tools, and engineering culture.
If you're ready to help build what's next—not simply maintain what exists—we'd love to talk.
What You'll Bring
12+ years of experience in FPGA synthesis, EDA software, compiler technologies, or place-and-route systems
Deep expertise in synthesis algorithms and optimization techniques
Advanced C++ development skills
Strong understanding of FPGA architectures and implementation flows
Proven ability to drive technical direction and influence outcomes across teams
A passion for solving hard problems and pushing technology forward
Join Us
Own the synthesis roadmap. Influence the future of FPGA development. Help drive the next wave of innovation at Lattice.
#FPGA #EDA #CompilerEngineering #Synthesis #CPlusPlus #AI #Semiconductors #Hiring #LatticeSemiconductor
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At Lattice, we're looking for a seasoned FPGA Synthesis expert who wants to do more than optimize algorithms.
This is an opportunity to join a lean, highly technical team where leadership is defined not by organization charts, but by influence, innovation, and hands-on engineering excellence.
You'll help shape the future of our synthesis technology, influence the direction of our FPGA toolchain, and play a key role in advancing the next generation of compiler and EDA capabilities that power Lattice devices.
Why This Role Is Different
Lead Through Technical Impact
In many organizations, senior engineers become reviewers of work.
At Lattice, Principal Engineers remain deeply hands-on.
You will have the opportunity to:
Drive key architectural decisions
Influence synthesis strategy across product generations
Solve complex optimization challenges firsthand
Mentor through technical leadership and example
Help define what "best-in-class" synthesis looks like for Lattice FPGA platforms
This is a role for builders, innovators, and technical leaders who enjoy owning outcomes end-to-end.
Help Modernize the Future of FPGA Development
The EDA industry is entering a period of significant transformation.
Traditional compiler and synthesis techniques remain critical, but the future increasingly requires intelligent workflows that leverage AI-assisted development, advanced automation, productivity acceleration, design-space exploration, and data-driven optimization.
We're actively evolving our toolchain and engineering practices to embrace these opportunities.
If you've thought about how AI can meaningfully improve developer productivity, debugging, algorithm exploration, verification, QoR analysis, or engineering efficiency—not just as a buzzword, but as a practical advantage—this is a chance to help shape that journey.
Embrace Change. Create Opportunity.
Transformation isn't always comfortable.
Modernizing toolchains, evolving architectures, and challenging established approaches inevitably comes with complexity and friction.
But that's also where the most rewarding engineering opportunities exist.
We're looking for people who are energized by change, motivated by difficult technical problems, and excited by the opportunity to leave a lasting impact on products, tools, and engineering culture.
If you're ready to help build what's next—not simply maintain what exists—we'd love to talk.
What You'll Bring
12+ years of experience in FPGA synthesis, EDA software, compiler technologies, or place-and-route systems
Deep expertise in synthesis algorithms and optimization techniques
Advanced C++ development skills
Strong understanding of FPGA architectures and implementation flows
Proven ability to drive technical direction and influence outcomes across teams
A passion for solving hard problems and pushing technology forward
Join Us
Own the synthesis roadmap. Influence the future of FPGA development. Help drive the next wave of innovation at Lattice.
#FPGA #EDA #CompilerEngineering #Synthesis #CPlusPlus #AI #Semiconductors #Hiring #LatticeSemiconductor
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