Computer hardware designer vs computer software engineer

Differences between computer hardware designer and computer software engineer duties and responsibilities

Computer hardware designer example responsibilities.

• Generate synthesis reports and automate simulation using Perl scripts.
• Optimize design, permitting implementation in a cheaper FPGA.
• Redesign most of the FPGA circuitry dedicate to this reflection.
• Provide concept drawings, proof of concept / prototyping, creating manufacturing drawings, and field support.
• Work as a team member to gather, classify, and document the software, hardware, and firmware requirements.
• Perform design specification and RTL implementation of functional units and 2D imaging memory controllers.
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Computer software engineer example responsibilities.

• Contribute to implementing microservices used to manage entities and maintain a synchronize state between supplier and distributor.
• Authore PHP, Perl, and JAVA scripts for various other department projects.
• Compile for Linux and BSD Unix.
• Develop the front-end of the application using JSP and Perl.
• Start using Java and end up using C++ due to performance issues.
• Assist with testing, modifying, and debugging new and existing programs.
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