FPGA Design Intern

Figure is an AI Robotics company developing a general purpose humanoid. Our humanoid robot, Figure 02, is designed for commercial tasks and the home. We are based in San Jose, CA and require 5 days/week in-office collaboration. It’s time to build. 

We are looking for an FPGA Design Intern to assist in developing high-performance FPGA solutions for camera imaging and motor control applications. This role offers a hands-on opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in robotics and gain valuable experience in FPGA-based embedded systems.

Tentative internship date is mid May - Aug 2025 (minimum 10 weeks), but ideally as soon as possible.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the design, simulation, and implementation of FPGA modules for camera imaging processing and motor control. 
• Work with the team to develop and optimize data processing modules tailored for real-time control systems. 
• Collaborate with hardware and software teams to support the integration of FPGA modules with sensor interfaces.
• Help develop testbenches and run simulations to verify design functionality and performance.
• Participate in team meetings and brainstorming sessions to discuss project progress and challenges.
• Document design changes, test results, and insights to contribute to comprehensive project records. 

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field. 
• Minimum 10 weeks internship, 1 to 2 terms preferred
• Experience with FPGA design tools (e.g., Vivado, Quartus) and HDL (VHDL, Verilog)
• Solid understanding of motor control and camera imaging systems
• Strong troubleshooting skills, with experience using lab instruments (e.g., oscilloscopes, logic analyzers)
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Bonus Qualifications:

• Previous experience in FPGA-based vision or motor control systems
• Familiar with motor control algorithms and their implementation in HDL 
• Experience with real-time embedded systems or robotics