Embedded FPGA & Linux Intern — Summer

Perceptive Innovation, Inc.

Sterling (VA)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 100,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Perceptive Innovation, Inc. is looking for an Embedded FPGA Software Engineer to join their team in Sterling, Virginia. The role involves developing real-time software for complex systems involving FPGA technology, alongside opportunities for summer internships focused on innovative projects.

Ideal candidates should be pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering or related fields, have proficiency in Linux OS, and a strong interest in embedded systems. We are committed to fostering new engineering talents and offer exciting opportunities to engage in advanced technological projects.

Qualifications

  • Currently pursuing B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.
  • Working knowledge of Linux operating systems.
  • Strong debugging and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

  • Develop real-time software running on multicore Linux processors inside of Zynq Ultrascale+ FPGA SoC.
  • Hands-on development of real-time FPGA software and firmware.
  • Integrate multiple cameras, processor, and display in HMD headset prototype.

Skills

Linux operating systems
Debugging and problem-solving
Embedded systems
Real-time embedded system knowledge
Strong interest in hardware

Education

B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

Xilinx FPGAs and Vivado Tool Suite
Altera FPGAs and Quartus Tool Suite
NVIDIA JetPack and CUDA Toolkit
MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

Perceptive Innovation, Inc. is looking for an Embedded FPGA Software Engineer to join their team in Sterling, Virginia. The role involves developing real-time software for complex systems involving FPGA technology, alongside opportunities for summer internships focused on innovative projects.

Ideal candidates should be pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering or related fields, have proficiency in Linux OS, and a strong interest in embedded systems. We are committed to fostering new engineering talents and offer exciting opportunities to engage in advanced technological projects.

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