FPGA Engineer

FPGA Architecture and Development

• Convert computer vision and image signal processing algorithms into efficient FPGA implementations using System Verilog and vendor-specific toolchains
• Define and document RTL and system-level interface requirements
• Build and maintain vendor-neutral RTL designs suitable for ASIC prototyping
• Ensure timing closure and optimization across FPGA modules

Collaboration and Integration

• Interface with cross-functional teams (hardware, optics, software) to support system-level integration
• Communicate technical details with external partners and component suppliers
• Participate in design reviews, code validation, and documentation efforts

System Testing and Verification

• Develop test benches and verification strategies for FPGA modules
• Support bring-up of real-time video processing pipelines on prototype systems
• Debug and optimize systems using simulation, logic analysis, and embedded diagnostics

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent discipline
• Minimum 3 years of experience in FPGA design and verification
• Proficient in System Verilog or Verilog; VHDL considered
• Experience with at least one major FPGA platform (Xilinx or Intel/Altera) and related toolchains
• Experience with modular RTL architecture and FPGA system-level design
• Solid understanding of timing constraints, synthesis, and hardware debugging
• Competence in C for hardware bring-up; scripting knowledge in Python or Tcl
• Fluent in English (German is a plus)

Preferred Experience

• Exposure to image or video signal processing in real-time systems
• Experience in ASIC prototyping workflows
• Familiarity with interfacing standards (AXI, I2C, SPI, MIPI)
• Prior work in cross-functional hardware/software teams