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# Digital (Firmware) Engineer

- **Company:** After School Matters, Inc.
- **Location:** United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Analog Electronics, Automation of Tests, Software Documentation, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Embedded C, Embedded Software, Firmware, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Vivado, Software Verification, Fpga Hardware, ModelSim, Git, Integration Frameworks, Software Version Control
- **Published:** August 20, 2026
- **Apply:** https://zealogicsllc.applytojob.com/apply/aY4JlalQsU/Senior-Digital-Firmware-Engineer?source=GS

## About the Role

* 5-8 years of hands-on experience in FPGA firmware development and embedded systems engineering.
 * Strong experience with FPGA and SoC devices.
 * Proficiency in VHDL for FPGA design, development, and implementation.
 * Experience with embedded C programming and hardware-software integration.
 * Knowledge of digital and analog circuit design, including PCB debugging and troubleshooting.
 * Experience with FPGA verification, simulation, and automated test bench development.
 * Familiarity with hardware and software development assurance standards and industry best practices.
 * Strong analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills.
 * Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional engineering environment.
 * Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
 * Experience with technical documentation, including requirements, design specifications, and test documentation.

Preferred Technical Expertise

 * FPGA development tools (e.g., AMD/Xilinx Vivado, Intel Quartus).
 * Simulation and verification tools (e.g., ModelSim, Questa).
 * PCB design and integration tools.
 * Embedded software development environments.
 * Version control systems such as Git., * Bachelor's degree (4-year degree or higher) in Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline.
 * Relevant certifications or specialized training in FPGA development, embedded systems, firmware engineering, or related technologies are preferred.



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