Senior FPGA Engineer - DSP

hyre; Abu Dhabi; Hybrid; AED 200,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology firm is seeking a Senior FPGA Engineer to develop advanced FPGA-based communication systems in Abu Dhabi. Candidates should have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electronic Engineering or related fields, with over 5 years of experience in FPGA design, particularly in wireless or communication systems. Proficiency in VHDL, Verilog, and C++ is critical, as well as a solid understanding of DSP algorithms. This position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology and to grow in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in FPGA design within wireless or communication systems.
• Solid understanding of DSP algorithms and their FPGA implementation.
• Experience bringing up and debugging custom FPGA-based PCB designs.

Responsibilities

• Develop FPGA specifications and architectures from high-level block diagrams.
• Design and implement SoC FPGA solutions using embedded ARM processors.
• Support transition from development to manufacturing.

Skills

FPGA design

VHDL

Verilog

C++

Python

DSP algorithms

FPGA debugging tools

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science

Tools

MATLAB

Job description

About the job Senior FPGA Engineer - DSP

FPGA Engineer – Wireless Communications
Location: Abu Dhabi (Relocation Required)

Are you ready to work on advanced FPGA-based communication systems at the cutting edge of wireless and signal processing technology? This is an exciting opportunity to join a high‑calibre engineering team developing baseband and waveform solutions for next‑generation communication platforms.

What You'll Be Doing

Develop FPGA specifications and architectures from high‑level block diagrams and system requirements

Design, implement, and integrate FPGA solutions with custom hardware platforms

Support system integration, qualification, and validation activities

Lead FPGA system design, debugging, and bring‑up in both lab and field environments

Design and implement SoC FPGA solutions using embedded ARM processors (e.g. Xilinx Zynq / Zynq UltraScale)

Work with high‑speed interfaces including DDR, JESD, Ethernet (1G), and AXI buses

Contribute to baseband processing, communication waveforms, IP interfaces, and high‑speed interconnects

Support transition from development to manufacturing

What Were Looking For

Bachelors or Masters degree in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline

5+ years of experience in FPGA design within wireless or communication systems

Proficiency in VHDL, Verilog, and/or SystemVerilog, with working knowledge of C++

Experience using Python or MATLAB for algorithm development, validation, or scripting

Solid understanding of DSP algorithms and their FPGA implementation

Experience with HDL verification, test bench development, and regression testing

Strong knowledge of FPGA architecture, optimization techniques, and timing closure

Hands‑on experience with FPGA debugging tools, logic analyzers, and chip scopes

Experience bringing up and debugging custom FPGA‑based PCB designs

Why Join

Work on cutting‑edge wireless and communication technologies

Hands‑on exposure to SoC FPGA platforms and high‑speed interfaces

Opportunity to grow within a technically challenging, fast‑paced environment

Interested?

Apply now or reach out in confidence to discuss relocation, project scope, and next steps.