> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1985085-r-d-firmware-gateware-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1985085-r-d-firmware-gateware-engineer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # R&D Firmware/Gateware Engineer - **Company:** Keysight Technologies - **Location:** Mount Olive, NJ, United States - **Salary:** $138,000.0 - $231,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Digital Electronics, Logic Synthesis of Circuits, Embedded Software, Firmware, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), FreeRTOS, Systems Theories, Hardware Description Language, Specman, SystemVerilog, Verilog, VHSIC Hardware Description Language (VHDL), Vivado, Multithreading, ModelSim - **Published:** August 8, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/86607121/1 ## About the Role The ideal candidate will have a strong skill set and 10+ years in HDL design working in a collaborative R&D environment consisting of hardware, FPGA, and firmware designers. Skills in HDL programming targeting Xilinx and Intel/Altera devices, discrete time systems theory, digital design, DSP, and control systems theory are ideal. Exposure to power electronics is highly desirable., * BS/MS Electrical Engineer or Computer Engineering * Experience with Xilinx and Intel/Altera tool chains, Verilog, VHDL, and System Verilog * Experience with Quartus and Vivado * Experience coding, simulating, testing, and debugging HDL designs * Proven work with clock domain crossing (CDC), and multiclock designs * Experience with highspeed serial interfaces (e.g., 8b/10b, LVDS, SERDESstyle logic) * Embedded interfaces (SPI, IC,) * Solid understanding of timing closure, constraints (SDC/XDC) * Ability to debug hardware using oscilloscopes, and onchip tools (ILA/SignalTap) * Experience with simulation and verification (ModelSim/Questa, testbenches) * Digital signal processing and feedback control system experience * Strong C/C++ programming skills. Be able to create code that is clear, efficient, maintainable, and well documented. * Ability to collaborate across multiple design domains including firmware, gateware, analog and digital hardware interfaces * Strong fundamental skill set in continuous and discrete signals and systems * Ability to design, layout, testing and troubleshooting PCAs as it relates to digital design Highly desirable skills include: * Familiarity with power supplies and electronic measurement devices. * Strong Analog design skills to aid system level troubleshooting * C/C++ embedded development experience is a great plus. * Experience in multi-threaded and/or embedded systems programming and debugging. * Experience with FreeRTOS Due to US visa restrictions, only candidates that can legally work in the US on a continuous basis without any type of sponsorship will be considered. ## Related Videos - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [Strange New Worlds: shaping the future of the digital age](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/677-strange-new-worlds-shaping-the-future-of-the-digital-age) - [The Billion Dollar Machine: First Time Right.](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/393-the-billion-dollar-machine-first-time-right) ## Related Articles - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Résumé-Driven Development: How IT trends affect the job market for software developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/59-resume-driven-development-how-it-trends-affect-the-job-market-for-software-developers) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline)