R&D FPGA Engineer (f/m/d) – Signal Processing & Real-Time Data Optimization

European Commission; Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading international research organization in Hamburg is seeking an experienced R&D FPGA Engineer to work on cutting-edge projects involving digital signal processing and high-bandwidth data systems. Candidates must have a relevant university degree and strong proficiency in FPGA design. The position offers a family-friendly working environment, flexible hours, and comprehensive benefits including vacation days and training opportunities.

Leistungen

Family-friendly working environment

Flexible working times

30 days of vacation

Generous company pension scheme

Subsidized company restaurant

Extensive training opportunities

Access to mental health support

Qualifikationen

• Proven experience in digital signal processing and high-bandwidth applications.
• Experience in maintaining and supporting FPGA-based projects.
• Strong proficiency in design and implementation of FPGA solutions.

Aufgaben

• Research and prototype novel data reduction techniques.
• Design and implement high-performance FPGA solutions.
• Interface with project partners to understand requirements.

Kenntnisse

RTL design

FPGA toolchains

High-speed data acquisition systems

Serial protocols

AI/ML acceleration on FPGAs

Low-power applications

Communication skills

Ausbildung

University degree in Electronics, Computer Science, Physics or comparable field

Jobbeschreibung

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This is a time-limited position, available until 30 September 2027

Organisation/Company European XFEL Research Field Engineering » Electronic engineering Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions Undergraduate Positions Country Germany Application Deadline 19 Aug 2025 - 23:59 (Europe/Berlin) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Other Job Status Extra Information This is a time-limited position, available until 30 September 2027 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Other EU programme Reference Number E-391 Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? Yes

Offer Description

European XFEL is an international non-profit company located in the Hamburg area in Germany. It operates a 3.4 km-long X-ray laser, which produces X-rays of unique quality for studies in physics, chemistry, the life sciences, materials research and other disciplines. The diverse scientific facilities at European XFEL enable scientists from across the globe to carry out a wide range of experimental techniques.

For our Electronic and Electrical Engineering group, we are looking for an

R&D FPGA Engineer (f/m/d) – Signal Processing& Real-Time Data Optimization

The Position

As part of the STEPHANIK project, we are looking for an FPGA Developer with proven experience in the fields of digital signal processing and high-bandwidth applications for the STEPHANIK project. The Slovak Technical Ecosphere Platform (STEPHANIK) is a transformation and innovation program by the Slovak Government with international partners, including EuXFEL and DESY. EuXFEL is supporting this program through knowledge transfer and developments in high data-rate FPGA acquisition systems. As part of this project, and linked in with other strategic developments at EuXFEL you will:

• research and prototype novel data reduction techniques (compression, filtering, feature extraction) and explore emerging FPGA technologies (e.g., adaptive compute),
• design and implement high-performance FPGA solutions for high-speed data acquisition, processing, and reduction,
• interface to the project partners of STEPHANIK, and within EuXFEL to understand requirements for such platforms.

The project is executed with staff members from EuXFEL’s Electronic and Electrical Engineering Group.

Requirements

• university degree in Electronics, Computer Science, Physics or comparable field,
• strong proficiency and proven experience in RTL design and FPGA toolchains,
• experience in high-speed data acquisition systems and serial protocols,
• experience in maintaining and supporting FPGA-based projects,
• experience with HLS and/or AI/ML acceleration on FPGAs is considered an asset,
• experience in low-power applications and data reduction is considered an asset,
• strong communication skills, enabling effective collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders from diverse cultural backgrounds and technical disciplines, ensuring clear and concise exchange of complex technical concepts.

Working place will be Schenefeld, in the Hamburg metropolitan area. General information on working in Germany, the Hamburg area and the European XFEL can be found here .

Our offer

Become part of a vibrant international and multicultural team of scientists, engineers, technical and administrative staff. Be involved in cutting edge scientific and technical progress and participate in our international networks. Experience our atmosphere of tolerance and respect.

Salary and benefits are similar to those of public service organizations in Germany, this includes for example:

• family-friendly working environment (e.g. additional childcare days)
• flexible working times and option for work from home depending on tasks
• 30days of vacation, 24th and 31st of December are free as a courtesy of the employer
• generous company pension scheme (6,45% of monthly salary)
• monthly social events and subsidized company restaurant
• partially financed job-tickets for public transportation
• extensive training opportunities incl. subsidized English and German language classes
• easy and free access to a mental health platform to support your well‑being

Our company language is English.

Reference number: E-391

Duration: This is a time-limited position, available until 30 September2027.

Application

Please apply online and provide your CV and a motivation letter in English as well as any reference letters.

The European XFEL GmbH is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and we promote and support diverse and heterogenous teams. Applicants with disabilities will be given preference over other equally qualified applicants.