FPGA

FPGA Engineer Location: Chicago, IL About The Opportunity We are seeking a seasoned FPGA Engineer to join a high-performance engineering team focused on building scalable, low-latency hardware solutions. This is an opportunity to take ownership of end-to-end silicon design and verification, developing sophisticated IP cores that power complex, high-speed data processing platforms. You will play a critical role in architectural decisions and the evolution of our hardware-accelerated infrastructure. Responsibilities Architect and implement sophisticated FPGA/ASIC designs using hardware description languages. Develop modular, reusable IP components designed to scale across diverse hardware platforms. Lead the verification process to ensure high-reliability performance in production environments. Integrate high-speed transceivers and optimize network protocol stacks for efficient packet handling. Collaborate on software-hardware interfaces, utilizing C++ and scripting to streamline the development lifecycle. Maintain and improve build systems and automated workflows for hardware deployment. Requirements Substantial professional experience in the full FPGA/ASIC development lifecycle. Expertise in SystemVerilog, Verilog, or VHDL. Advanced proficiency with industry-standard FPGA synthesis and simulation toolchains. Strong programming background in C or C++, with an understanding of software compilation processes. Competency in scripting for automation using Python, TCL, or Bash. Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field. Preferred Qualifications Hands-on experience with high-speed serial links and transceivers. Deep understanding of Ethernet networking protocols and real-time packet processing. Familiarity with CMake for managing complex build environments.