The Functional Safety (FuSa) Expert in the Program Management office plays a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless integration of functional safety practices throughout Lattice Semiconductor’s FPGA product development lifecycle. Tasked with overseeing and driving the implementation of safety-critical measures, this role combines deep expertise in functional safety standards such as ISO 26262 with strong project management skills.
The FuSa Expert collaborates closely with cross-functional teams, guiding them in adhering to safety regulations and standards. By conducting thorough risk assessments, providing strategic guidance, and fostering a safety-conscious culture, the FuSa Expert contributes to the successful delivery of cutting-edge FPGA solutions that meet the highest safety standards and regulatory requirements. The individual focuses on managing programs that obtain Functional Safety Certification on various FPGA-related products including silicon device, Software tool, soft IPs, and solutions. This position is essential in upholding our commitment to producing reliable and secure FPGA products in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.
- Stay updated on industry standards and advancements in functional safety to drive continuous improvement.
- Define and document safety requirements for FPGA technologies & systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Provide expertise in safety processes and methodologies to support the development life cycle.
- Participate in safety reviews and contribute to safety documentation.
- Develop and evaluate safety architectures and mechanisms to mitigate risks and prevent hazardous failures.
- Perform Drive safety verification activities, including fault tree analysis and safety audits.
- Work closely with FuSa certification agency and silicon development team to obtain FuSa certification on various products
- Conduct hazard analysis (host/facilitate FMEDA) and risk assessments to identify potential safety issues in silicon design.
- Drive internal audits on processes and provide technical safety assessment, execute specific safety analysis, develop functional safety plans and safety case arguments/evidence
- Work cross-functionally with engineering, quality assurance, and other departments to integrate functional safety practices into the development process.
- Work closely with development teams (silicon development, software tool development, solution develop, soft IP development) to deliver results that are comply to relevant standards (ie ISO 26262)
Required Education, Experience, and Competencies
- BE/BS/MS in electrical engineering, computer science, or a related field.
- Several years of relevant experience in semiconductor and software development (preferably FPGA), with a focus on functional safety standards such as ISO 26262 and IEC 61508.
- Preferably certified in functional safety, demonstrating a deep understanding of safety-critical systems (e.g. CFSE).
- Experience with safety-critical applications in automotive, aerospace, or industrial domains, and knowledge of fault tolerance mechanisms and SIL (Safety Integrity Level) assessment.
- Proven experience managing complex programs, coordinating cross-functional teams, and delivering projects on time and within budget.
- Proficient in identifying and mitigating safety risks associated with semiconductor and software development.
- Familiarity with safety standards and regulations, ensuring the company's products comply with industry-specific safety requirements.
- Familiarity with constituent layers of the FPGA technical solution stack (Silicon, SW, SoftIP) A commitment to staying updated on the latest advancements in functional safety and incorporating best practices into the organization's processes.
- Demonstrated leadership skills to guide the team in implementing safety measures and ensuring a safety-conscious culture.
- Thorough documentation skills for maintaining comprehensive records of safety processes and compliance.
- Ability to prepare for and participate in safety audits, ensuring compliance with relevant standards.
- The pay range for this role is $160,000 - $200,000 per year plus bonus and benefits.
