FPGA Engineer

1 day ago

Adelaide, South Australia 913fe863-a92d-44f2-b091-36f68b43f6a4 Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

We are helping a leading engineering organisation search for a talented
FPGA / Embedded Systems Engineer
to join their team. This is a hands on, technically challenging role working on high performance digital systems, combining FPGA, ARM based embedded software, and RF/digital signal processing technologies.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, and verify FPGA-based systems for advanced electronic applications.
  • Develop embedded software and firmware for ARM processors integrated with FPGA solutions.
  • Apply knowledge of digital signal processing (DSP) and RF principles in FPGA designs.
  • Simulate, prototype, and test FPGA designs using industry-standard tools.
  • Collaborate closely with hardware, firmware, and systems engineers to deliver integrated solutions.
  • Troubleshoot and optimise FPGA and embedded system performance.
  • Produce clear technical documentation, design specifications, and test procedures.
  • Contribute to engineering best practices, process improvements, and innovation initiatives.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Computer Engineering, or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
  • Strong FPGA development experience (VHDL or Verilog) with a solid understanding of digital design principles.
  • Hands-on experience with embedded ARM-based systems and integration with FPGAs.
  • Familiarity with digital signal processing (DSP) and radio frequency (RF) concepts.
  • Experience with Matlab or other simulation tools is highly desirable.
  • Experience with test equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and spectrum analyzers.

Skills and Experience Required:

  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a methodical approach.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in technical teams.
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to document work clearly.

Desirable:

  • Embedded C/C++ development experience for ARM processors.
  • FPGA design verification and testing experience.
  • Knowledge of communication systems and hardware/software co-design.
  • Familiarity with Agile development practices.

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