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# FPGA Embedded Software Engineer

- **Company:** Trenton Systems
- **Location:** Duluth, GA, United States
- **Salary:** $115,000.0 - $155,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, Computing Platforms, C++ (Programming Language), Software Debugging, Embedded C, Embedded Software, Ethernet, Firmware, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), PCI Express, Systems Development Life Cycle, Real-Time Operating Systems, Systems Integration, Verilog, VHSIC Hardware Description Language (VHDL), Git
- **Published:** October 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://find.jobs/jobs-near-me/apply/ats-redirect/?id=2997295635-2

## About the Role

* FPGA design (VHDL/Verilog/System
 * Verilog)
 * Embedded C/C++ programming
 * Real-time operating systems (RTOS)
 * So
 * C and board-level bring-up
 * Digital signal processing concepts
 * High-speed interfaces (PCIe, Ethernet, DDR)
 * Hardware/software integration and debug
 * Version control (Git)
 * Lab instrumentation (oscilloscope, logic analyzer)
 * Secure/mission-critical system development

## Description

Trenton Systems seeks an FPGA Embedded Software Engineer to design and implement FPGA-based and embedded C/C++ solutions for rugged, secure computing platforms used in defense, aerospace, and industrial missions. In this Engineering & Design role, you will develop FPGA logic, board-level interfaces, and real-time firmware, integrate with RTOS and high-speed I/O, and perform lab-based debug and verification. Join a collaborative, mission-driven team focused on innovation, reliability, and security, with opportunities to grow your skills and impact critical customer missions in harsh, demanding environments., * Design and implement FPGA-based embedded software for rugged computing platforms.

 * Develop and optimize C/C++ firmware running on embedded processors and So
 * Cs.
 * Integrate FPGA logic with board-level hardware, high-speed I/O, and RTOS-based systems.
 * Perform debugging, verification, and validation using lab equipment and simulation tools.
 * Collaborate with hardware, systems, and security engineers on mission-critical solutions.
 * Document designs, test procedures, and results for defense and industrial customers.
 * Support continuous improvement of design practices, tools, and workflows.


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