Senior FPGA Design Engineer ($130K–$150K/yr + Relocation Assistance)

Scout Talent; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Canada is seeking a Senior FPGA Design Engineer to innovate in defence and aerospace. Responsible for leading FPGA firmware development for safety-critical systems, you'll collaborate with multiple teams to deliver high-performance solutions. Required: 7+ years experience, strong VHDL/Verilog skills, and a degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering. Competitive salary of $130,000–$150,000 CAD, with comprehensive benefits and relocation support.

Benefits

Health Care Spending Account

Generous Time Off

Flexible Work Model

Professional Development Budget

Profit Sharing

Qualifications

• 7+ years of FPGA and firmware development in aerospace, defence, or similarly regulated industries.
• Proven track record of delivering DO-254-compliant, safety-critical firmware.
• Strong RTL design skills in VHDL, Verilog, or SystemVerilog.

Responsibilities

• Lead FPGA firmware architecture for aerospace platforms.
• Engineer high-speed digital interfaces with PCIe, HDMI, and Ethernet.
• Collaborate across disciplines in system architecture and compliance deliverables.

Skills

Proficiency with Vivado

Experience implementing high-speed interfaces

Background in hardware/software integration

Strong leadership traits

Eligibility under CGP and ITAR

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Tools

Vitis

Questa

JTAG

Job description

Overview

Drive innovation in defence and aerospace with WOLF’s cutting-edge technology

Earn a competitive annual salary of $130,000–$150,000, negotiable based on your skills and experience, with comprehensive benefits

Join WOLF’s inclusive and supportive team to shape the future of mission-critical solutions worldwide

About Wolf Advanced Technology

At Wolf Advanced Technology (WOLF), we lead the world in designing and developing rugged, field-deployable solutions that capture, process, encode, and display embedded video for the most demanding military and aerospace markets. Founded with a commitment to innovation, our advanced products meet the rigorous standards necessary for mission-critical success, serving top defence contractors and aerospace leaders globally. Our key technologies include NVIDIA, Xilinx, and AMD processing units, which power our cutting-edge solutions for AI machine vision, neural network-based deep learning, and more.

Our high-energy, results-driven team thrives in an environment of rapid business growth and continuous innovation. At WOLF, we cherish a culture of collaboration where every voice is valued. If you excel in fast-paced development and are excited by leading-edge technology, WOLF is the company for you. Join us and contribute to groundbreaking, lifesaving, mission-critical systems.

For more information, please visit our website: wolfadvancedtechnology.com

Your Mission Brief

WOLF Advanced Technology is on the hunt for a full-time Senior FPGA Design Engineer to join our Safety Certifiable Solutions team in Aurora, ON.

Reporting to the Director, Technology – Safety Certifiable Solutions, you’ll play a mission-critical role in leading the development of FPGA and SoC-based firmware for safety-critical aerospace and defence systems.

In this senior role, you’ll be at the forefront of firmware innovation, collaborating closely with hardware, software, and verification teams to deliver certifiable, high-performance solutions. You’ll work with cutting-edge platforms like AMD/Xilinx UltraScale+/Versal and NVIDIA IGX Thor, pushing the limits of embedded computing in mission-critical environments.

As Senior FPGA Design Engineer at WOLF, you might…

• Lead FPGA firmware architecture: Drive end-to-end RTL design, simulation, synthesis, and timing closure on advanced aerospace platforms
• Engineer high-speed digital interfaces: Implement PCIe, DisplayPort, ARINC818, HDMI, SDI, Ethernet, and DDR links with robust clock domain crossing strategies
• Integrate hardware and software: Perform board bring-up, debug complex systems, and co-design solutions with cross-functional teams
• Apply DO-254 process rigor: Ensure requirements traceability, verification, and artifact generation meet stringent safety-certification standards
• Develop embedded drivers and firmware: Create reusable low-level code for ARM, Zynq UltraScale+, and Versal SoCs
• Optimize verification workflows: Build SystemVerilog/UVM testbench environments and leverage CI/CD automation for quality assurance
• Mentor and guide: Support junior engineers with technical leadership, fostering best practices in firmware development
• Collaborate across disciplines: Influence system architecture, interface control documentation, and compliance deliverables

Join WOLF and help shape the future of mission-ready embedded systems, where your expertise will directly impact the safety, performance, and success of aerospace and defence missions worldwide.

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Your Edge

You hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering (or equivalent experience) and bring 7+ years of FPGA and firmware development in aerospace, defence, or similarly regulated industries. You have a proven track record of delivering DO-254-compliant, safety-critical firmware from requirements through verification, with strong RTL design skills in VHDL, Verilog, or SystemVerilog. You are adept at mastering complex platforms such as AMD/Xilinx UltraScale+/Versal and NVIDIA IGX Thor, applying precision and rigor at every stage of development.

You thrive in environments where technical excellence and compliance are non-negotiable. You are equally confident in architecting high-speed digital interfaces, performing board bring-up, and leading cross-functional collaboration with hardware, software, and verification teams. A natural mentor, you share your expertise freely while holding yourself accountable for delivering certifiable, high-performance solutions that perform flawlessly in mission-critical applications.

What You Bring

• Proficiency with Vivado, Vitis, and Questa, plus debugging tools such as JTAG, Vivado ILA/ChipScope, oscilloscopes, and protocol analyzers
• Experience implementing high-speed interfaces including PCIe, DisplayPort, ARINC818, HDMI, SDI, Ethernet, and DDR, as well as AXI4 and AXI-Stream protocols
• Background in hardware/software integration, embedded driver development, and firmware security including encryption and secure boot
• Ability to contribute to system architecture, interface control documentation, and compliance deliverables
• Strong leadership traits with the ability to mentor and influence technical direction
• Eligibility under CGP and ITAR, with an understanding of compliance requirements in military and aerospace manufacturing

In this role, you will directly influence the success of WOLF’s safety-critical solutions, ensuring our technology meets the highest standards of performance and reliability in the aerospace and defence sectors.

About the Benefits

At WOLF, we invest in you, not just through a competitive base tailored to your skills and experience, but with a benefits package designed to support your health, growth, and work-life balance. Here is what you can look forward to:

• Top-Tier Compensation: $130,000 to $150,000 CAD (negotiable based on your expertise)
• Wellness and Coverage: Health Care Spending Account, short- and long-term disability plans, and a monthly Wellness Allowance
• Generous Time Off: Three weeks of paid vacation plus an additional week of company-wide holiday shutdown
• Flexible Work Model: Balance in-office collaboration with time at home, whatever helps you perform at your best
• Profit Sharing: Participate in our profit-sharing program after one year of service
• Relocation Support: Assistance available for the right candidate to make your move seamless
• Professional Development: Budget for training, conferences, and memberships to keep your skills ahead of the curve
• Team Culture: Regular social events, from food-truck lunches and sports outings to bi-weekly wellness mornings and holiday parties

Join us at WOLF and be part of a team dedicated to delivering mission-critical solutions for the world's most demanding markets.Apply today.

Ready to Unlock Your Mission?

At WOLF, we thrive on innovation—but we also play by strict defence rules. To join our pack, applicants must be able to provide valid documentation to show Canadian or US citizenship or Canadian Permanent Residency and undergo a police check with no criminal background.