Sr. FPGA Engineer

Job Title

Sr. FPGA Engineer

Role Summary

Work in the SBIO team to develop FPGA hardware validation platforms, prototype designs, and debug complex hardware/firmware issues. Collaborate with design and firmware teams to define validation plans and execute FPGA bring-up and system integration testing.

Experience Level

Senior. The posting designates a senior-level engineer; years of experience are not specified.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include FPGA architecture design, prototyping, verification, and system-level debugging.

• Design and implement FPGA architectures on Xilinx devices (UltraScale, UltraScale+, Versal).
• Create RTL using Verilog/SystemVerilog for high-performance applications.
• Perform FPGA prototype design, implementation, bring-up, and board-level integration testing.
• Conduct timing analysis and optimization using Vivado tools and achieve timing closure.
• Debug hardware and firmware issues using logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, and protocol analyzers.
• Validate designs against specifications and performance requirements.
• Produce design documentation, specifications, and technical reports.
• Participate in design reviews, cross-functional collaboration, and status reporting to stakeholders.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and experience for this role; preferred items listed separately.

• Must-have: Proven experience developing and bringing complex FPGA designs to production on Xilinx platforms (UltraScale/UltraScale+/Versal).
• Strong RTL skills in Verilog/SystemVerilog and familiarity with simulation and debug flows.
• Experience with Vivado tool flow, synthesis, implementation, and timing closure.
• Board bring-up and hardware debugging experience using logic analyzers and oscilloscopes.
• Experience with FPGA prototyping platforms and reference boards.
• Proficiency in scripting for automation (Python, TCL) for build and test flows.
• Strong debugging, troubleshooting, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Nice-to-have: Experience with Synopsys HAPS, Versal ACAP specifics, and industry high-speed protocols such as PCIe or USB.

Education Requirements

BS or higher in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering is desired.

About the Company

Company: Saicon Consultants

Technical staffing and consulting firm that provides contract and permanent placement services for engineering and IT roles, with emphasis on semiconductor, FPGA, hardware, and software design talent.