FPGA Engineer

About the role

This role focuses on FPGA design and embedded systems software development to support the creation and integration of innovative optical and laser-based products. The FPGA Engineer works closely to design, implement, and validate FPGA architectures and embedded firmware, contributing to both hardware and software aspects of the system. This position offers a strong hands-on learning environment for recent graduates and early-career professionals who are eager to build their technical expertise and participate in real product development.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the architecture, design, and development of FPGA-based hardware and embedded systems, with approximately 70% of the work dedicated to hardware design and 30% to firmware development.
• Participate in FPGA and embedded software development, contributing to the implementation of designs in Verilog and C/C++ for integration into optical and laser systems.
• Aid in the development and execution of test plans at various levels of integration to verify system performance, reliability, and functionality.
• Support integration and test activities from initial hardware bring-up through final system validation, working closely with to ensure smooth and successful system integration.
• Perform basic debugging and troubleshooting of FPGA designs, embedded firmware, and hardware interfaces, and help resolve technical issues in collaboration with the engineering team.
• Collaborate effectively within a small, multidisciplinary team, communicating design status, test results, and technical challenges clearly and professionally.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts by applying problem-solving skills, suggesting enhancements, and expanding professional and technical knowledge.
• Demonstrate strong customer focus and innovation mindset when supporting the development of laser systems and other advanced optical products.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• Open to recent graduates and early-career candidates, including those with up to 7+ years of experience.
• Strong skills in Verilog for FPGA development and digital hardware design.
• Foundational knowledge of FPGA design and embedded systems development, with an eagerness to contribute to programming and system integration.
• Basic understanding of hardware and software trade-offs in embedded and FPGA-based systems.
• Programming ability in C and C++ for embedded firmware development.
• Basic debugging and troubleshooting skills for hardware, FPGA logic, and embedded software.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment, demonstrating clear communication and a collaborative work ethic.
• Strong adaptability, customer focus, and innovation capabilities.
• Effective planning, organizing, and problem-solving skills, with a commitment to continuous improvement and ongoing technical learning.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with VHDL for FPGA development is beneficial but not mandatory.
• Exposure to embedded Linux or real-time operating systems is beneficial but not required.
• Interest in laser systems and enthusiasm for contributing to real product development.
• Willingness to learn and expand professional and technical knowledge in FPGA design, embedded systems, and optical system integration.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $90,000.00 – $150,000.00/yr. Individual compensation offered within this range will depend on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Schedule

This is a fully onsite position in Horseheads, NY.