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Senior FPGA Engineer

Kforce, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127

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Overview

Kforce's client, a rapidly growing engineering technology company, is looking for a Senior FPGA Hardware Design Engineer. This role offers a competitive compensation package, including base salary, quarterly bonuses, 401K matching, stock/RSUs, and more. We are working directly with the hiring manager on this search assignment. Overview: As a Senior FPGA Hardware Design Engineer, you will define system-level requirements, develop embedded hardware architecture, and deliver FPGA and embedded compute implementations. You will be responsible for design, analysis, implementation, and verification of FPGA and embedded processing for electro-mechanical systems, thriving in a fast-paced, hardware-driven environment. Base pay range

$155,000.00/yr - $185,000.00/yr Responsibilities

Manage all aspects of FPGA and board-level embedded processor hardware development to deliver product features, system performance, and quality required; this includes independently creating and implementing FPGA architecture using Verilog HDL, conducting simulations, developing testbenches, and performing timing analysis Integrate FPGA design with embedded processors and other functional blocks in the system, including designing custom communication interfaces and protocols Design embedded processor boards, select components, perform digital design, capture schematics, and implement printed circuit board layouts Develop hardware test plans, execute verification testing, and debug designs for board bring-up, troubleshooting, and performance tuning Maintain design documentation and test reports; participate in system hardware architecture and design reviews Collaborate with electrical engineers, systems engineers, software engineers, and cross-functional team members to meet technology, performance, and schedule objectives Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics or similar field MS degree is a plus but not required At least 5-8+ years of industry experience in FPGA and embedded systems, strong understanding of digital design principles, and proficiency with Verilog HDL Experience with FPGA-based systems such as Lattice, Xilinx, or similar; familiarity with embedded processors and real-time operating systems Experience developing signal processing algorithms, implementing low-level hardware interfaces, and proficiency in scripting languages like Python Experience developing C/C++ or Python-based libraries for custom hardware Strong understanding of digital design principles and proficiency with Verilog HDL, synthesis, and timing closure Familiarity with embedded processors and real-time operating systems Experience in developing signal processing algorithms and techniques, including fixed-point implementations Experience implementing low-level hardware interfaces (LVDS, MIPI, SPI, I2C, custom) Experience with high-speed differential data interfaces and serial peripheral interfaces Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and interpersonal skills Knowledge of RF, Radar or Imaging systems or optics is a plus but not required Familiarity with schematic capture and PCB layout tools (e.g., Altium Designer) is a plus but not required Benefits and notes

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation Kforce reasonably believes they would pay at posting for this role; actual pay may vary. Employee pay is based on factors like education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), life, disability & ADD insurance. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave. Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains at Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law. This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions. Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. By clicking Apply Today you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates. Message frequency may vary, and standard messaging rates may apply. You may opt out by replying STOP. #J-18808-Ljbffr