Lead Engineer I - FPGA RTL

NewSpace Research and Technologies; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

NewSpace Research and Technologies in Bengaluru is looking for a Senior FPGA RTL Designer to develop cutting-edge drone and robotic platforms. The candidate will work on architecture, design, and testing of complex systems on Xilinx/AMD RFSoC platforms.

Applicants should possess a strong background in FPGA design and digital signal processing, with skills in VHDL/Verilog and experience in RF projects. A B.E/M.E in Electronics or related fields is required, with 8 to 14 years in Engineering or R&D.

Qualifications

• Experience in designing using Xilinx/AMD RFSoC family devices.
• Experience with testing and debugging on hardware using lab tools.
• Experience of working on aerospace or UAV projects.

Responsibilities

• Work with key stakeholders to understand project requirements.
• Create architecture and documentation for projects.
• RTL implementation in VHDL/Verilog/System Verilog.
• Conduct Design Simulation, Synthesis, Verification, and Timing Analysis.
• Interact with cross-functional teams for project sign off.

Skills

Experience in implementing complex designs in Xilinx/AMD FPGAs/ MPSoCs

Design Entry languages: Verilog, VHDL, System Verilog

Working with Xilinx FPGA tools: Vivado, iSIM, Chipscope, Vitis

Background in digital signal processing

Experience in RF projects: 5G, Communications, radar

Good Communication skills

Problem Solving and analytical skills

Ability to work in challenging environment

Education

B.E /M.E in Electronics/ Communication / Computer Science

Tools

Xilinx FPGA tools

DO-254 compliance understanding

Job description

We are a start-up based out of Bengaluru & Delhi NCR. We are engaged in development of next generation missions and technologies (NGM&T) towards future warfare needs of the Indian defence forces. It is undertaking research towards enhancing persistence and autonomy for unmanned vehicles and robotic swarms. NRT’s product development portfolio includes a solar power stratospheric high altitude pseudo satellite (HAPS) unmanned platform and an air/ground launched stand-off autonomous system.

Position Summary

We are looking for a senior FPGA RTL Designer to join our dynamic team and work on our cutting edge drone and robotic platforms. The ideal candidate will be a passionate engineer who can individually contribute to the architecture, design, implementation and testing of complex designs in Xilinx/AMD RFSoC platforms.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Work with key stakeholders in understanding the requirements of the project/product. Provide technical inputs and work towards freezing the project requirements.
• Create architecture and documentation for the project
• RTL implementation including coding/ design entry in VHDL/Verilog/System Verilog. Choosing and configuring IPs.
• Design Simulation, Design Synthesis, Functional Verification, Timing analysis and timing closure.
• Participate in PDR’s and CDR’s and interact with cross functional teams to ensure all stakeholders sign off before release of project.
• Co-ordinate with team members and other stakeholders to update on the timely status of the project

Must have skills

• Experience in implementing complex designs in Xilinx/AMD FPGAs/ MPSoCs
• Experience in designing using Xilinx/AMD RFSoC family devices
• Highly skilled in one or more of Design Entry languages like Verilog/ VHDL/ System Verilog etc.
• Working experience with Xilinx FPGA tools like Vivado, iSIM, Chipscope, Vitis etc
• Experience with testing and debugging on the hardware by using suitable lab tools
• Strong background in digital signal processing and its implementation on FPGAs
• Experience of working on RF projects in the areas of 5G, Communications, radar, radios etc.
• Good Communication skills (verbal and written)
• Excellent Problem Solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work in challenging environment to deliver high quality results

Good to have skills

• Knowledge of Xilinx SoC SDK, Petalinux etc on Xilinx MPSoC
• Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and embedded software development
• Experience with Altera/Intel FPGA/SoC platforms and workflow
• Familiarity with DO-254 compliance for airborne electronic hardware
• Experience working on aerospace or UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle) projects
• B.E /M.Ein Electronics/ Communication / Computer Science
• 8 to 14 Years in Engineering, R&D Departments of relevant organizations