FIELD APPLICATION ENGINEER - AMD/ XILINX

Company: Avnet
Location: Irvine
Posted on: October 23, 2024

Job Description:

Who We Are:At Avnet, relationships matter. We are a global, FORTUNE 500 technology distributor and solutions company that delivers design, supply chain and logistics expertise to customers at every stage of a product's lifecycle. Our employees have a front row seat to the latest innovations shaping the world we live in and the future we share. We're driven to help our customers around the world succeed and we do so by earning the trust of some of the biggest names in technology.Working at Avnet means being a part of a global team. We work collaboratively and with integrity, doing business the right way. For more than a century, we have partnered together to help our customers, suppliers and teammates realize the transformative possibilities of technology. Experience what's next at Avnet!Job Summary:Applicants for this position must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. MUST be U.S. CitizenAs the AMD Xilinx dedicated Field Application Engineer -you will be a key member of a technical sales team acting as lead for AMD Xilinx Hardware & Software aspects of our key customers' systems. - An ideal candidate for this role will be an enthusiastic and highly motivated technical individual who wants to be marketing the cutting edge of SoC technology and proactively engaged with customers in AMD Xilinx pre- and post-sale design and technical support activities.Principal Responsibilities:Drive and manage Xilinx technical related initiatives & activities for key customers in alignment with the AMD Xilinx dedicated Technical Sales Engineer (TSE)Provide technical leadership and guidance that focuses on AMD Xilinx design win strategies for customer opportunitiesDevelop relationships with and become trusted advisor to (system) engineers & architects in your assigned key accountsDrive the technical part of strategy proposals for key customer programsLeverages understanding of known challenges to advise customer designers on the optimum use of Xilinx IP, software tools and hardware devicesManage technical support issues within customer base and collaborate/bring in AMD Xilinx technical specialists when required to help solve real time problems (e.g. software tool & IP issues, Design Closure, RTL and simulation assistance, system bring up and debug)Collaborate with field and AMD Xilinx factory resources to develop and deliver technical proposals to customer project managers, engineering managers, system architects and design engineers that align with customers' needsLead with technical solution creation to show our value proposition (e.g.: hardware, software demos, example designs)Work with 3rd -party ecosystem partners to support mutual beneficial custom solutions into the customer base where applicableAttend internal and external AMD Xilinx technical training to complete and maintain certification as necessary.Other duties as assigned.Work Experience:Minimum experience required is typically 5+ years with bachelor's or equivalent. It's possible for a career salesperson to plateau for many years at this level.Education and Certification(s):Bachelors degree or equivalent experience from which comparable knowledge and job skills can be obtained.Distinguishing Characteristics:Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science or equivalent5+ years experience FPGA-based architecture definition, design, and support (High Speed Serial IO, Embedded Processor, or DSP knowledge a plus---Required Skills:Experience with and understanding at systems level, FPGA and ASIC design tools. Experience with Vivado/Vitis, ISE or Quartus required (ModelSim is a plus)Ability to identify a customer's key care-abouts and thus contribute to overall sales strategy and successKnowledge of customers' end products including their specific market requirements.Strong analytical and problem-solving skillsStrong presentations skills, and the ability to work with multiple groupsAptitude to communicate clearly at a high system and deep technical levelsOrganization skills with the ability to multi-task, prioritize and keep track of activitiesTeam player with "can do" attitudeDesirable Skills:Experience in designing with AMD Xilinx FPGA's & SoCs (Versal Adaptive SOCs, Virtex, Kintex, Artix & Spartan Class FPGA's, RFSoC, Zynq UltraScale+, & Zynq-7000)Knowledge of embedded system design tools such as AMD Xilinx's Vivado & Vitis tools, IP Integrator, or Intel Altera Quartus, and Eclipse based software development environment.Knowledge of board design requirements for FPGA's & SoC's including power distribution & dissipation, high speed interface design, and debug.Design experience using -high performance external memory interface controllers and protocolsDesign experience using FPGA -based -high-speed serial transceiversEmbedded -processing -knowledge - Familiar with x86 and ARM architectures, performance metrics, OS (especially Linux), Yocto, BSP, drivers, and debugging toolsPay and Benefits: -$150,000 - 170,000---total compensation range -#LI-Hybrid#LI-AMERWhat We Offer:Our employees work hard to live our values and help us grow. Our total rewards strategy supports Avnet's ability to attract, engage, develop, and reward our employees, while promoting a diverse and inclusive environment. We offer competitive compensation and benefit programs - from time away and flexible working arrangements to programs supporting employee well-being and opportunities to give back to your community.Generous Paid Time Off401K and Pension PlanPaid HolidaysFamily Support (Paid Leave, Surrogacy, Adoption)Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life InsuranceLong-term and Short-term Disability InsuranceHealth Savings Account / Flexible Spending AccountEducation AssistanceEmployee Development ResourcesEmployee Wellness, Leadership Development and Mentorship ProgramsBenefits listed above may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Avnet.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.Avnet is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination also applies to religious dress and grooming practices. Avnet will accommodate employee religious dress standards and grooming practices that do not result in undue hardship for the Company. -If you are interested in applying for employment with Avnet and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position contact our Human Resources Service Center at (888) 994-7669.SummaryLocation: Irvine, California, United States Of AmericaType: Full time

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