Embedded Firmware Architect – FPGA/DSP Systems

Leidos; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 87,000 - 157,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness programs

Paid Leave

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Leidos is seeking an Embedded Firmware Developer to lead architecture and implementation across FPGA, microcontroller, and SoC platforms. You will work with cross-disciplinary teams, tackle complex design challenges, and drive verification from concept to production.

The role emphasizes leadership, technical growth, and mission-focused outcomes. The ideal candidate has a strong background in C/C++, RTOS, DSP, and HDL skills, plus a track record of delivering robust embedded solutions for

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited EE/CE degree or equivalent.
• 4+ years in embedded design and test, or 2+ years with MS.
• Experience with FPGA/SoC, microcontrollers, RTOS, and bare-metal trade-offs.
• Proficiency in C/C++ and hardware description languages.

Responsibilities

• Lead architecture and development of embedded firmware across platforms (FPGA, MCU, SoC).
• Design, test, and integrate embedded software with hardware.
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to meet diverse requirements.
• Troubleshoot board-level issues and identify corrective actions.
• Support manufacturing and post-delivery support.
• Evaluate technology improvements and perform trade studies.

Skills

C/C++

Embedded systems

RTOS

Microcontrollers

DSP

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering (ABET-accredited)

Tools

VHDL

Verilog

Xilinx tools

Job description

Leidos is seeking an Embedded Firmware Developer to lead architecture and implementation across FPGA, microcontroller, and SoC platforms. You will work with cross-disciplinary teams, tackle complex design challenges, and drive verification from concept to production.

The role emphasizes leadership, technical growth, and mission-focused outcomes. The ideal candidate has a strong background in C/C++, RTOS, DSP, and HDL skills, plus a track record of delivering robust embedded solutions for