Embedded Software Engineering

Enclustra; Zürich; Hybrid; CHF 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Enclustra, headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, seeks a Staff Engineer - FPGA Systems Architecture to lead the definition and architecture of complex FPGA-based systems spanning hardware, firmware, and embedded software domains.

You will drive system-level design from requirements to prototype delivery, align with customer and product needs, and define scalable high-performance architectures for FPGA/SoC modules and end-to-end solutions. Fluency in English is required.

Qualifications

• Strong background in FPGA-based solution architecture, including SoC/MPSoC platforms and heterogeneous systems.
• Proven experience across the full development lifecycle: specification → design → implementation → validation → production
• Deep understanding of high-speed digital design and interfaces (PCIe, Ethernet, DDR, SerDes)
• Embedded systems and real-time processing
• Digital signal processing and/or data acquisition systems
• Experience with HDL (VHDL/Verilog/SystemVerilog) and system-level modeling tools (MATLAB/Simulink or similar)
• Familiarity with FPGA vendor ecosystems (AMD/Xilinx, Intel) and toolchains
• Knowledge of system integration challenges across hardware, firmware, and software stacks

Responsibilities

• Lead the definition and architecture of complex FPGA-based systems, spanning hardware, firmware, and embedded software domains
• Drive system-level design from requirements capture through architecture, implementation, and prototype delivery, aligned with customer and product needs
• Define scalable, high-performance architectures for FPGA/SoC modules and end-to-end solutions
• Act as technical authority for cross-disciplinary engineering teams (hardware, firmware, software)
• Collaborate with customers and internal stakeholders to translate application requirements into robust system architectures
• Guide trade-off analyses (performance, cost, power, timing, reliability) for FPGA-based solutions
• Ensure system integration across high-speed interfaces, embedded processing, and digital signal processing pipelines
• Contribute to and review system specifications, design documentation, and verification strategies
• Support the development of reusable architectures and design methodologies across projects
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to senior engineers and project teams
• Participate in pre-sales and solution definition activities, helping shape proposals and customer engagements
• Drive continuous improvement of engineering processes, tools, and architectural best practices

Skills

FPGA architecture

SoC/MPSoC platforms

HDL (VHDL/Verilog/SystemVerilog)

System-level modeling tools

FPGA vendor ecosystems

Cross-domain integration

System architecture leadership

English fluency

Education

Master's or PhD in Electrical/ Computer Engineering

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

FPGA toolchains (Xilinx/Intel)

Job description

Enclustra is an innovative, dynamic and growing company with headquarters in Zurich, Switzerland, and offices worldwide. We develop a product portfolio of FPGA-based electronic modules and FPGA-optimized IP solutions for industrial customers and research organizations. In parallel, we provide leading engineering services in FPGA system design, and in development of high-speed hardware, FPGA firmware and embedded software.

To strengthen our dynamic team in Zurich, we are looking for a new: Staff Engineer - FPGA Systems Architecture

Job requirements

Technical Expertise

• Strong background in FPGA-based solution architecture, including SoC/MPSoC platforms and heterogeneous systems
• Proven experience across the full development lifecycle: specification → design → implementation → validation → production
• Deep understanding of:
  • High-speed digital design and interfaces (e.g., PCIe, Ethernet, DDR, SerDes)
  • Embedded systems and real-time processing
  • Digital signal processing and/or data acquisition systems
• Experience with HDL (VHDL/Verilog/SystemVerilog) and system-level modeling tools (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink or similar)
• Familiarity with FPGA vendor ecosystems (e.g., AMD/Xilinx, Intel) and toolchains
• Knowledge of system integration challenges across hardware, firmware, and software stacks

Architecture & Leadership

• Demonstrated ability to define and communicate complex system architectures
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a system-level mindset
• Experience leading technical teams or acting as a principal/staff-level individual contributor
• Ability to influence technical direction across projects and teams

Domain Knowledge

• Knowledge of and experience with functional safety standards such as IEC 61508, DO-254, DO-178B/C
• Experience in regulated or high-reliability industries (e.g., industrial, medical, aerospace, communications)
• Familiarity with verification, validation, and compliance processes

General Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field (Master's or PhD preferred)
• Several years of experience in system architecture or senior engineering roles
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interface with customers and cross-functional teams
• Fluent in English

Job responsibilities

• Lead the definition and architecture of complex FPGA-based systems, spanning hardware, firmware, and embedded software domains
• Drive system-level design from requirements capture through architecture, implementation, and prototype delivery, aligned with customer and product needs
• Define scalable, high-performance architectures for FPGA/SoC modules and end-to-end solutions
• Act as technical authority for cross-disciplinary engineering teams (hardware, firmware, software)
• Collaborate with customers and internal stakeholders to translate application requirements into robust system architectures
• Guide trade-off analyses (performance, cost, power, timing, reliability) for FPGA-based solutions
• Ensure system integration across high-speed interfaces, embedded processing, and digital signal processing pipelines
• Contribute to and review system specifications, design documentation, and verification strategies
• Support the development of reusable architectures and design methodologies across projects
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to senior engineers and project teams
• Participate in pre-sales and solution definition activities, helping shape proposals and customer engagements
• Drive continuous improvement of engineering processes, tools, and architectural best practices

Enclustra offers you an interesting job in an exciting work environment with lots of creative freedom. At Enclustra you will be part of a motivated international team of colleagues from more than 20 nations. Our company is defined by an open and inclusive working culture, unbureaucratic decision-making, flexible working structure and a dedication to employee well-being.