Wednesday, May 27, 2009

Jobs available in Xilinx Asia Pacific, Singapore

Many positions up for grab. Interested party please contact eesufun@gmail.com


Senior Video Development Engineer

Job responsibilities :

The Digital Video Processing Group in the Programmable Platforms Development Department at Xilinx is searching for a motivated and self-starting engineer to lead development of video communication products in various video markets, including Broadcast and Networked Video Systems.

Demonstrated track record of leadership in video products and systems using FPGAs is essential; as is the ability to find innovative solutions that include video communication using standard video interfaces and high speed 10G Ethernet networks.

The successful candidate will be responsible for building, managing and technically leading an engineering team developing FPGA-based intellectual property hardware and board-level systems using Xilinx FPGAs to address the needs of customers transferring digital video via 3G SDI and Gigabit Ethernet networks using AVB and SMPTE standards. Deep knowledge of EDA design processes and hardware/software system development and in-system validation are essential.

This position requires close interaction with other Xilinx Engineering and Marketing teams across the world, including USA and Europe.

Job requirements :

  • Proficiency in HDL design and verification tools (VHDL, Verilog, Synplicity, Modelsim, SystemVerilog, etc.)
  • Proficiency in professional video testing equipment for adherence to standards
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent and demonstrated leadership capability of video engineering teams under tight schedules and high quality expectations
  • Masters or PhD in Electrical Engineering
  • 10+ years of experience designing digital video broadcast and networking systems (SD/HD/3G SDI, Video Over IP Networks, Broadcast Professional equipment)
  • 5+ years designing and implementing FPGA-based signal processing systems, including hardware/software interaction and testing on actual product hardware using video industry test equipment.
  • 3+ years of management experience leading design engineering teams delivering ASIC or FPGA products to professional video markets.

Video Development Engineer

Job responsibilities :

The Digital Video Processing Group in the Programmable Platforms Development Department at Xilinx is searching for a motivated and self-starting engineer to work in the development of video communication products in various video markets, including Broadcast and Networked Video Systems.

Demonstrated track record developing hardware IP systems using FPGAs is essential; as is the ability to find innovative solutions for video communication using standard video interfaces and high speed 10G Ethernet networks.

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, from conception to implementation, FPGA-based intellectual property hardware using Xilinx FPGAs to address the needs of customers transferring digital video via 3G SDI and Gigabit Ethernet networks using AVB and SMPTE standards. Deep knowledge of EDA design processes, tools, system development, verification and live validation are essential.

This position requires close interaction with other Xilinx Engineering and Marketing teams across the world, including USA and Europe.

Job requirements:

  • Proficiency in HDL design and verification tools (VHDL, Verilog, Synplicity, Modelsim, SystemVerilog, etc.)
  • Proficiency in professional video testing equipment for adherence to standards
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent and demonstrated design and development capability of complex digital video systems, including hardware modules and interfaces. Software driver experience highly desirable.
  • BS or Masters in Electrical Engineering
  • 7+ years of experience designing digital video broadcast and networking systems (SD/HD/3G SDI, Video Over IP Networks, Broadcast Professional equipment)
  • 4+ years designing and implementing FPGA-based signal processing systems, including hardware/software interaction and testing on actual product hardware using video industry test equipment.

Quality & NPI Program Manager

Job responsibilities:

• Understand overall program and ensure that functional organizational goals meet requirements

• Establish and maintain outstanding peer networks with NPI (new product introduction) functional group leaders and staff as required

- Yield Engineering, Package and Assembly Engineering, Test Engineering, Product Engineering, Characterization, Quality & Reliability, Logistics

• Establish and maintain outstanding peer networks outside QNG (quality and NPI group) with key organizational leaders as required

- IC Design, Silicon Technology, Package Development, Operations, Marketing, Engineering Program Managers and Xilinx management

• Provide leadership to achieve committed schedules (aligned goals, focus, urgency, resources)

• Achieve production release of FPGA SKUs for commercial, industrial and vertical markets

• Ensure execution is in accordance with established procedures and that there is a seamless transfer to operations for volume manufacturing support

• Actively manage risk and escalate issues in a timely fashion presenting options for resolution

- Adjust plans to real-time issues and achieve organizational buy-in of change requests

• Be the focal point for effective intra and inter group communication

- Run cross-functional meetings – set agendas, publish minutes, capture actions and drive them to closure

- Participate in meetings - re-broadcast essential information to QNG functional leaders as appropriate

- Present oral and written updates at monthly management reviews

• Ensure required internal demand (FPGA units) to meet Verification, Characterization and Qualification needs are provided to engineers to meet schedule needs

• Empower QNG functional organizations to meet FPGA program goals

Job requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent with a at least 5 - 6 years’ experience

• Possess both depth (in at least one) and breadth (in at least one, preferably several) of the engineering disciplines related to achieving production release of silicon products

- preferably at 90nm or below geometries. These disciplines include but are not limited to:

- Yield engineering, product engineering, ATE test program development and release, silicon verification and characterization, package development, package and assembly engineering,

process and product qualification, and IC design

• In lieu of actual program management experience, a candidate could have technical or project lead experience in one of these disciplines

• Able to perform complex work involving a wide range of difficult problems; exercise initiative, judgment and decision-making ability to select methods and techniques for obtaining solutions to problems

• Able to work independently to complete projects on schedule and will succeed when receiving general instructions on new assignments

• Able to achieve results with excellent skills working within teams and across organizational boundaries

• Demonstrate the ability to learn on-the-job and outstanding communication skills in English (both oral and written) are a must

Staff Product Verification and Characterization Development Engineer (High Speed Serial Transceiver)

Job responsibilities:

• Responsible for the definition, development, implementation, and support of test and performance solutions including binning test cases for the 10+ gigabit-transceiver in the latest generations of FPGA. The test solution will be developed in the FPGA environment using verilog/ISE tools and utilize all gigabit-transceiver standards supported in the FPGA

• Debug test cases, propose data-sheet specifications, and validate results with IC Design Team as well as work with product and test engineering to provide production support to ensure a high yielding and robust test solution on multiple test platforms

• Analyze device failures to aid in diagnostics

Job requirements:

• Candidates must have BSEE/MSEE with 8+ years’ experience with design, application and testing of high speed serial transceivers

• Familiar with FPGA designs using FPGA design tools/methodologies and bench analysis of serial transceivers

• Knowledge of ATE test platforms and gigabit transceiver bench equipment, UNIX, and programming languages such as PERL and C++

• Good communication and interpersonal skills

Staff Product Verification Engineer (IO Test Development)

Job responsibilities:

• Responsible for the definition, development, implementation, and support of test solutions for the IO for the latest generation of FPGA. This includes all IO standards supported in the FPGA including the latest single ended and differential IO standards

• Implement test development in the FPGA environment utilizing FPGA and ATE resources to achieve an efficient, high performance, and low cost solution

• Work with product and test engineering to provide production support to ensure a high yielding and robust test solution on multiple test platforms

• Aalyze failures to aid in diagnostics

Job requirements:

• Candidate must have BSEE/MSEE with 8+ years’ experience with a focus on test, design, and application

• Expertise in using various IO standards in high speed communication applications

• Familiarity with FPGA designs using FPGA design tools and methodologies. Knowledge of UNIX, and programming languages such as C/C++ and PERL

• Good communication and interpersonal skills

Senior/Quality Systems Engineer

Job responsibilities:

• Responsible for quality engineering functions related to problem investigation and corrective action. This entails investigation containment, disposition, and excursion management facilitation with multiple engineering disciplines

• Participate in the operational aspects of the quality management systems, specifically in the administration of the internal audit, corrective action, and process development/continuous improvement programs

• Perform internal audits of the quality management systems, generate audit reports, and facilitate external certification audits

• Use the corporate Corrective and Preventive Action system to determine root causes and implement improvements

• Act as an interface with quality management representatives from all corporate sites to integrate quality management system results

• Co-ordinate and consult with various engineering functions in Silicon Engineering, Product Test engineering, supplier quality, yield engineering, and Operations to develop a seamless Quality measurement, analysis, reporting, and continuous improvement process

• Maintain and periodically report Quality data used for the management review process

Job requirements:

• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree with 4 - 8 years’ direct semiconductor quality management experience

• Lead auditor certification to TS16949

• Experience in the automotive industry (PFMEA, Control Plan, PPAP)

• Excellent communication (verbal and written), with strong time and project management skills

• Able to communicate effectively and extensively with internal customers and quality management for successful implementation of this job function

• Facilitate teamwork to effectively communicate and perform across multiple disciplines and customers

• Fundamental understanding of CAR/PAR (8D) methodology

• Working Knowledge of ISO9001, TL9000 and Quality management System standards, with direct audit experience and accreditation desired

• Working knowledge of ISO14000 and OHSAS18000

• ASQ Certification, Engineer and Auditor

• Six Sigma Training or Certification is a plus

• Quality documentation, creation, process flow mapping/development, and implementation experience

Software Engineer

Job responsibilities:

• Design, develop, enhance, and t roubleshoot software for automating business processes and

analyzing data for Quality and Product Engineering organization

• Work in a team environment with specific tasks assigned

• Interact with end-users to understand requirements and with other team members and experts to seek guidance as needed

• Understand and document requirements through interaction with end-users and other team members

• Design and develop software as per the requirements

• Enhance existing software tools for additional functionality and features

• Handle documentation of systems designs and features

• Implement in-house or acquired software tools

• Support users in the day-to-day usage of tools and fulfilling ad-hoc data analysis needs

Job requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or a related field with 1 - 3 years’ direct experience in software development

• Strong technology background with excellent understanding of general principles of software design and development

• Knowledge and experience with databases (MySQL, Oracle) and programming/scripting languages (php, PL/SQL, JavaScript)

• Good understanding of web-based user interface design concepts, principles and technologies

(HTML, CSS, UI libraries, AJAX) to implement them • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Ability to quickly switch between projects/tasks

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite

• Good communication skills and ability to interact with end-users and team members

• Knowledge of software testing

• Knowledge and experience in estimating task efforts

IC (Integrated Circuit) Test Engineers

Job responsibilities:

• Develop test programs to test FPGA & CPLD products on ATE testers

• Develop and debug ATE test set-up

• Transfer test programs from NPI team

• Reduce test cost through test time reduction initiatives

• Work wi th Product Engineers to def ine test requirements and generate test programs based

on these requirements

• Work with product engineering, pattern verification and tester loadboard design teams in a multinational environment

• Troubleshoot DUT board and tester loadboard issues

Job requirements:

• Bachelor or MSc in Electronics Engineering

• 3 - 5 years’ experience in ATE test program development

• Familiar with IC package test flow and concepts, in particular FPGA/CPLD test concepts

• Working experience in ATE test development with the following platforms:

- Teradyne J750 and/or Flex

- Verigy 93000

- Verigy Versatest V1200

- Credence LT 1101

- Advantest T2000

- NexTest Maverick II

• Demonstrate programming/scripting capability in the following languages:

- Visual Basic for Applications (Microsoft Excel)

- C++

- PERL

- Linux/Unix Shell programming

• Fluency in both oral and written English

IC (Integrated Circuit) Product Engineers

Job responsibilities:

• Has ownership over final test program releases and product evaluation activities

• Provide engineering support for a smooth test production

• Drive product quality improvement

• Interact with internal application group, field sales and customers on all product issues such as design application

• Manage product cost reduction through test yield improvement projects; test time minimization and test flow simplification, manufacturing cycle time and material cost reduction

• Perform device failure analysis as required to resolve any device-related problem

Job requirements:

• Bachelor or MSc in Electronics Engineering

• 5 - 8 years’ experience in product and test engineering. Experience in programmable logic device preferred

• Experience in ATE platforms, such as Teradyne J750 and/or FLEX and Verigy 93k preferred

• Proficiency in understanding of circuit schematics and device processing, performing product failure analysis and production test debugging

• Yield analysis experience

• Project management experience

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Accounts Receivable/ Revenue Manager

Job responsibilities:

• Responsible for ensuring that the accounting and reporting for Accounts Receivable and Revenue for Xilinx in EMEA are in compliance with US GAAP for internal management reporting and with local GAAP for statutory reporting

• Ensure all worldwide cash is applied timely, worldwide RMA financial transactions are operating effectively while ensuring compliance with SOX processes and with local country requirements

• Responsible for raising worldwide debit and credit notes. Ensure compliance with relevant corporate policies and liaise with internal customers as needed

• Support requests/queries raised by internal customers in areas such as VAT, GST, GL, intercompany, customers’ orders, etc.

• Responsible for timely and accurate invoicing of all EMEA and Asia Pacific (as required) shipments

• Responsible for adherence to revenue recognition policy

• Liaise with Credit Control to ensure all customer disputes are resolved expeditiously and remittances are received on a timely basis. Be the point of Finance contact for resolution of revenue issues

• Liaise with internal and external auditors, lead walkthroughs and resolve queries as required

• Support Business and their initiatives as appropriate, including Oracle releases, Disaster Recovery Plan, SOX compliance and other assigned ad-hoc projects

• This role will report to the Worldwide Revenue Manager

Job requirements:

• Relevant Accounting/Finance Business Degree such as Bachelor of Accountancy

• Qualified accountant with 6 – 8 years’ experience, preferably in a multinational company

• Prior experience in Revenue Accounting is an advantage • Experience in dealing with multiple legal entities in a Group environment

• Knowledge of Singapore, US and Irish GAAP. Familiar with internal control processes and corporate governance

• Computer literacy in employing Database Systems such as Oracle, MS Products and excellent spreadsheet skills

• Self-starter and able to act on own initiative

• Detail-oriented with excellent problem-solving and analytical skills

• Capable of working under pressure and meeting strict reporting deadlines

• Capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (oral, written, presentational)

• Project management skills and experience desirable

• Demonstrate teamwork and collaborative approach to work

Cost Accounting Analyst

Job responsibilities:

• Ensure proper valuation of inventory in the GL

• Ensure proper recognition of COGS that comprises of variances, period costs and necessary accruals

• Ensure compliance to standard operating procedures and accounting standards

• Provide costing reports and analysis to Finance and Operations management

• Ensure inter-company transactions are properly recorded in the GL

• Co-ordinate cycle count for Piece parts and other inventories

• Be involved in quarterly standard setting exercises

• Develop MS Access databases which make routine activities more efficient and less error-prone

• Work with IT, Finance and Operations to ensure system updates are properly tested and issues resolved prior to implementation

• This role will report to the Cost Accounting Manager

Job requirements:

• Minimum requirement of Bachelor of Accountancy or Finance

• 2 - 4 years’ experience in the semiconductor industry

• Sound knowledge of cost accounting/inventory-related policies and accounting standards

• Systems skills preferred including MS Access (ability to write/ interpret macros is highly desirable), MS Excel, Oracle 11i, Hyperion Essbase and CAMSTAR

• Ability to comfortably interact and partner with Management-level employees

Distributor Accountant (Team Lead/Project Manager)

Job responsibilities:

• Be a team lead for assigned areas within the worldwide distributor accounting team

• Perform analysis and prepare reports at month-end as requested, for senior management review

• Develop test plans for system testing and upgrades, as assigned

• Execute systems testing and provide report outs, as needed

• Be the key point of contact with IT department on issues which arise within the revenue accounting flows and interfaces with the Xilinx proprietary revenue accounting systems

• Expected to integrate quickly and develop expertise with the customized distributor accounting systems at Xilinx

• Prepare and/or review weekly/monthly distributor reconciliations and analysis

• Support the worldwide revenue team in audit queries relating to Distributor Accounting, developing requested schedules and analysis, as needed

• Manage assigned team members/sub-processes in ensuring all reporting is received timely and accurately from distributors and all variances are resolved within tolerances

• Manage assigned team members/sub-processes in ensuring all claims are validated and processed in line with SOX requirements

• Liaise directly with distributors to resolve discrepancies as needed

• Execute all reporting and query resolution to pre-agreed timelines

• Support the worldwide Revenue Accounting Group on assigned ad-hoc projects and business requests

• This role will report to the Worldwide Revenue Manager

Job requirements:

• Relevant Accounting, Finance/Business Degree required such as Bachelor of Accountancy

• Qualified accountant with at least 5 years’ relevant experience, with 1 - 2 years in a supervisory role, preferably in a multinational environment

• Knowledge of Oracle 11i and past experience with distribution channels are desired

• Good analytical and problem-solving skills including excellent spreadsheet skills (Excel and data mining)

• Excellent systems background. SOX systems and manual control knowledge desired

• Proven knowledge and application of GAAP accounting and SOX Internal Control Processes

• Demonstrated leadership, people management skills, teamwork and collaborative approach

• Capable of working under pressure and meeting strict reporting deadlines

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (oral, written, presentational)

• Detail-oriented with problem-solving abilities

• Must be capable of managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines

• Must possess excellent organizational and time management skills

• Self-starter and able to act on own initiative

Distributor Accountants

Job responsibilities:

• Ensure timely receipt of reporting files from Distributors for all assigned areas such as inventory, point-of-sale, etc.

• Validate the accuracy of reporting files and validate claims. Resolve queries with the Distributors in a timely manner and prepare analysis for next level review

• Be the key point of contact for assigned Distributors for financial reporting and financial query resolution

• Execute all reporting and resolutions to pre-agreed timelines

• Assist in the preparation of weekly/monthly distributor data reconciliations and analysis

• Develop expertise with the customized distributor accounting systems at Xilinx

• Support the manager and worldwide revenue team relating to Distributor Accounting such as audit queries and distributors’ transactions

• Support the worldwide Revenue Accounting Group on month-end activities and assigned ad-hoc projects and business requests

• Assist in other ad-hoc tasks and participate in new projects and initiatives as required

• This role will report to the Distributor Accountant/Team Lead

Job requirements:

• Degree in Accountancy or other relevant Accounting, Finance/Business qualifications, with at least 1 year’s experience

• For part-qualified accountants, at least 3 years’ relevant experience, preferably in a multinational environment

• Knowledge of Oracle 11i and past experience with distribution channels are a plus

• Good analytical and problem-solving skills including excellent spreadsheet skills (Excel)

• Good knowledge of GAAP accounting and Internal Control Processes

• Ability to progress and rotate in other roles

• Leadership and people management potential

• Capable of working under pressure to meet strict reporting deadlines

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (oral, written, presentational)

• Teamwork and collaborative approach

• Detail-oriented with problem-solving abilities

• Must be capable of managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines

• Must possess excellent organizational and time management skills

• Self-starter and able to act on own initiative

Accounts Receivable Assistant

Job responsibilities:

• Responsible for cash receipt application to worldwide customers under respective Operating Units

• Handle daily review of cash receipts reports and application of bank fees, where applicable

• Responsible for regional invoicing, as assigned, which must be timely and accurate

• Maintain a worldwide cash metrics file and present metric reporting for next level review

• Maintain interaction and communication with staff in Corporate Treasury function, ensuring remits are received timely and accurately

• Assist in the preparation of monthly AR balance sheet reconciliations

• Responsible for raising worldwide debit and credit notes; ensuring compliance with relevant corporate policies; and liaising with internal customers as needed

• Support the manager and worldwide revenue team in audit queries

• Assist in other ad-hoc tasks and participate in new projects and initiatives as required

• This role will report to the EMEA Accounts Receivable/Revenue Manager (based in Singapore)

Job requirements:

• Relevant Accounting, Finance or Business Degree required, such as Bachelor of Accountancy

• For part-qualified accountants, 2 - 3 years’ relevant experience, preferably in a multinational environment

• Excellent knowledge of Oracle 11i and Receivables modules is desirable

• Good analytical and problem-solving skills including excellent Excel spreadsheet skills

• Good knowledge of GAAP accounting and Internal Control Processes

• Ability to progress and rotate into other roles

• Leadership and people management potential

• Capable of working under pressure to meet strict reporting deadlines

• Good communication and interpersonal skills (oral, written, presentational)

• Team work and collaborative approach

• Detail-oriented with problem-solving abilities

• Must be capable of managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines

• Must possess excellent organizational and time management skills

• Self-starter and able to act on own initiative

Monday, May 11, 2009

Panasonic Lumix LZ8 review - part 1

Panasonic Lumix LZ8 review.

It is a very compact camera that comes with high quality leica lens. It produce above average picture quality.
The camera's focus is sharp, and produces correct exposure in almost all condition. In iA mode, the camera software will guess the scene when you press the focus button, and setting it for optimal exposure and color. Another special feature in this camera is facial recognition. It can recognise faces' position and a bracket will show up in the camera's LCD.
For lower iso (up to 800), the quality is good for viewing on screen or 4R printing. However, for higher ISO, noise is obvious.

Pro:

  • produce vivid colour and correct exposure for outdoor
  • Full manual control for advance user.
  • dedicated zoom button for ease of control.
  • Sharp focus in all condition, especially macro
  • 5X optical zoom.
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Cons
  • Noise appear from ISO400 and above.
  • Sometimes the picture is over-compressed, lack of detail when zooming in on screen.

Macro


Macro


Landscape mode


Wide 33mm


Full telephoto zoom, 5X optical zoom

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