Actalent
Job Title: Sr. FPGA Engineer
Job Description
The Sr. FPGA Engineer will collaborate with business leaders to research, design, and implement FPGA solutions for both internal and client initiatives. You will engage in system-level design and architecture, as well as develop and implement hardware and firmware tests. Additionally, you will be responsible for designing digital signal processing systems with FPGAs, defining test procedures, troubleshooting, and performing repairs.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with business leaders to research, design, and implement FPGA solutions.
Engage in design and architecture at a system level.
Develop and implement hardware and firmware tests.
Design digital signal processing systems using FPGAs.
Define test procedures, troubleshoot, and perform necessary repairs.
Essential Skills
Experience implementing digital signal processing (DSP) algorithms on FPGAs.
Expertise in either VHDL or Verilog languages.
Proficiency with Xilinx Vivado/Vitis tools or similar FPGA vendor tools.
Proven record of managing the full life-cycle of FPGA development.
Ability to work in a Linux environment.
Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related technical discipline.
10 years of experience in developing FPGA designs.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with embedded microprocessors such as MicroBlaze and Zynq in FPGAs.
Software-defined radio development experience or similar DSP fields.
Hands-on laboratory debugging skills and test automation experience.
Experience developing code in C++, C, MATLAB, and Python.
Experience simulating FPGA designs in simulators such as Xilinx, Modelsim, or Cadence.
Experience working within an agile software development group with knowledge of software processes and quality standards.
Experience developing FPGA IP at a higher abstraction level in Vivado High Level.
Experience with Xilinx Petalinux tools.
Experience with TCL script control of FPGA development tools.
Experience writing Linux kernel and user-space drivers for custom FPGA IP.
Knowledge of digital communications theory and practice.
Experience with wireless communications systems and standards, including LTE and 5G.
In-depth knowledge of communication protocols and industry-standard interfaces such as PCI, SPI, I2C, UART, and Ethernet.
Work Environment
The work environment is dynamic and collaborative, with opportunities to work on cutting-edge technologies in FPGA development. You will work in a Linux environment and be part of a team that values innovation and technical excellence. The role may involve both office and laboratory settings, providing a balance of desk-based and hands-on work.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Webster Groves, Missouri.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $100.00 - $120.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Webster Groves,MO.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 12, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.
Job Description
The Sr. FPGA Engineer will collaborate with business leaders to research, design, and implement FPGA solutions for both internal and client initiatives. You will engage in system-level design and architecture, as well as develop and implement hardware and firmware tests. Additionally, you will be responsible for designing digital signal processing systems with FPGAs, defining test procedures, troubleshooting, and performing repairs.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with business leaders to research, design, and implement FPGA solutions.
Engage in design and architecture at a system level.
Develop and implement hardware and firmware tests.
Design digital signal processing systems using FPGAs.
Define test procedures, troubleshoot, and perform necessary repairs.
Essential Skills
Experience implementing digital signal processing (DSP) algorithms on FPGAs.
Expertise in either VHDL or Verilog languages.
Proficiency with Xilinx Vivado/Vitis tools or similar FPGA vendor tools.
Proven record of managing the full life-cycle of FPGA development.
Ability to work in a Linux environment.
Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related technical discipline.
10 years of experience in developing FPGA designs.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with embedded microprocessors such as MicroBlaze and Zynq in FPGAs.
Software-defined radio development experience or similar DSP fields.
Hands-on laboratory debugging skills and test automation experience.
Experience developing code in C++, C, MATLAB, and Python.
Experience simulating FPGA designs in simulators such as Xilinx, Modelsim, or Cadence.
Experience working within an agile software development group with knowledge of software processes and quality standards.
Experience developing FPGA IP at a higher abstraction level in Vivado High Level.
Experience with Xilinx Petalinux tools.
Experience with TCL script control of FPGA development tools.
Experience writing Linux kernel and user-space drivers for custom FPGA IP.
Knowledge of digital communications theory and practice.
Experience with wireless communications systems and standards, including LTE and 5G.
In-depth knowledge of communication protocols and industry-standard interfaces such as PCI, SPI, I2C, UART, and Ethernet.
Work Environment
The work environment is dynamic and collaborative, with opportunities to work on cutting-edge technologies in FPGA development. You will work in a Linux environment and be part of a team that values innovation and technical excellence. The role may involve both office and laboratory settings, providing a balance of desk-based and hands-on work.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Webster Groves, Missouri.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $100.00 - $120.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Webster Groves,MO.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 12, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.