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Charmaine Chan

@charmainechan

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Experienced FPGA Soft IP Design Engineer with strong analytical skills.

Malaysia

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for opportunities that foster innovation and collaboration, with a focus on challenging projects in FPGA and embedded systems.

As an FPGA Soft IP Design Engineer at Altera/Intel with 8 years of experience, I excel at leading embedded IP development and specialize in configuration IPs. My strong debugging skills and leadership have allowed me to streamline processes and resolve critical issues effectively. My educational background with distinctions from top universities supports my technical capabilities and commitment to innovation.

I have a proven track record as a technical lead for embedded and configuration IP solutions, responsible for leading engineers in our team for the development and support of 80 IPs in the Quartus catalog. My expertise includes advanced debug techniques and RTL design methodologies, ensuring high-quality standards in FPGA design and validation.

In my previous roles, I focused on validating firmware for FPGA systems and contributed to innovative projects aimed at enhancing connectivity in consumer products. I am passionate about collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals and drive technological advancements.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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FPGA Soft IP Design Engineer

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Altera/Intel

Jun 2019 - Present (6 years 1 month)

Led the development and support of 80 IPs in the Quartus catalog as a technical lead for embedded and configuration IP solutions. Specialized in critical configuration IPs like Partial Reconfiguration and Mailbox, utilizing advanced debug techniques such as Signal Tap to resolve issues and enhance product reliability.

Embedded Systems Tcl RTL Design Methodologies Debugging Team Leadership Project Management

FPGA Firmware Validation Engineer

Altera/Intel

Mar 2018 - Jun 2019 (1 year 3 months)

Conducted rigorous firmware validation for various FPGA products, contributing comprehensive system-level tests for FPGA firmware and IPs. Collaborated with hardware engineers to ensure firmware compatibility and performance, effectively analyzing test results and debugging hardware issues.

System Level Testing Collaboration Problem Solving Python

Software Engineer

Intel

Aug 2015 - Jun 2016 (10 months)

Developed software solutions for Internet of Things (IoT) applications, including a headless service for a smart vehicle dongle. Participated actively in code reviews and contributed to key software architecture decisions.

Software Development Internet of Things Software Architecture Code Review Python Problem Solving C Embedded Systems Agile Methodologies

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Glasgow

Masters in Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Grade: Distinction

Achieved a Distinction in the Master's program, demonstrating advanced knowledge and expertise in the field. Focused on specialized topics within electrical and electronic engineering.

University of Nottingham

Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Grade: First Class Honours

Graduated with First Class Honours, indicating exceptional academic performance and a strong foundation in electrical and electronic engineering principles. Completed comprehensive coursework and projects in the discipline.