Embedded Hardware Engineer - FPGA Design (On-site. West Lafayette, USA)

Elevate Ventures, Inc.; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation bonus

Visa sponsorship

Equity options

Performance bonus

401(k) + PTO

Job summary

Ixana, a Purdue University spinoff, is seeking engineers to design and prototype embedded hardware for wearable devices with FPGA-based systems. You will work on sensor interfaces, power management, and real-time signal processing at our West Lafayette HQ.

The role emphasizes hands‑on prototyping, board bring‑up, and cross‑functional collaboration with design, product architecture, and supply chain teams. On‑site, with relocation and visa sponsorship available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, Biomedical Engineering, or related fields.
• Strong interest in embedded hardware, PCB design, and FPGA development.
• Familiarity with digital logic design using VHDL/Verilog or equivalent.
• Basic understanding of analog circuit design and debugging.

Responsibilities

• Design, simulate, and prototype embedded hardware solutions for wearable and biomedical applications.
• Work with FPGAs to implement and test custom logic for sensor interfacing, power management, and signal processing.
• Participate in schematics, multilayer PCB layout, and full system integration.
• Collaborate with industrial design, product architecture, and supply chain teams.
• Specify components, build custom circuits, and adapt vendor reference designs.
• Assist in validation, bring‑up, testing, and launch of smart devices such as smart glasses, rings, watches, sensors, and FPGA‑based systems.
• Support documentation and debugging at both board and FPGA logic levels.

Skills

Embedded hardware

PCB design

FPGA development

VHDL/Verilog

Power management

Signal processing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronics/Biomedical Engineering

Tools

VHDL

Verilog

PCB design tools

Job description

Design the next generation of wearable tech with cutting-edge hardware and FPGA innovation.

On‑site – West Lafayette, IN | Competitive Salary + Equity + Bonus

We provide relocation packages and visa transfers (if required) for engineers currently in the San Francisco Bay Area and other U.S. hubs.

About Ixana

Ixana is a Purdue University spinoff pioneering brain-inspired wearable computing. We’ve developed Wi-R, a patented communication tech that’s 100x more energy-efficient than Bluetooth or Wi‑Fi. Join our 60‑person team building the next era of real‑time, AI‑powered human‑computer interaction.

The Wi‑R Revolution

Wi‑R is our patented non‑radiative near‑field communication technology that creates secure "wire‑like wireless" experiences through small E‑field bubbles around your body. This breakthrough enables unprecedented energy efficiency at sub‑0.1 nanojoules per bit, making long‑term wearable and implantable devices finally practical.

See Wi‑R in action: Visit ixana.ai for demos of high‑speed data streaming through skin contact: https://vimeo.com/ixana/pairing-contact-transfer

What You’ll Do

• Design, simulate, and prototype embedded hardware solutions for wearable and biomedical applications

• Work with FPGAs to implement and test custom logic for sensor interfacing, power management, and signal processing

• Participate in schematics, multilayer PCB layout, and full system integration

• Collaborate with industrial design, product architecture, and supply chain teams

• Specify components, build custom circuits, and adapt vendor reference designs

• Assist in validation, bring‑up, testing, and launch of smart devices such as smart glasses, rings, watches, sensors, and FPGA‑based systems

• Support documentation and debugging at both board and FPGA logic levels

What We’re Looking For

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, Biomedical Engineering, or related fields

• Strong interest in embedded hardware, PCB design, and FPGA development

• Familiarity with digital logic design using VHDL/Verilog or equivalent

• Basic understanding of analog circuit design and debugging

• Eagerness to learn, problem‑solve, and contribute in a collaborative environment

Preferred:

• Coursework or internship experience involving FPGAs, signal processing, or power management

• Experience designing 4‑layer or mixed‑signal PCBs

• Knowledge of low‑power design techniques, audio circuits, or RF technologies

• Familiarity with interfaces like I2C, SPI, UART, USB, I2S, and MIPI

• Hands‑on prototyping and troubleshooting skills

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: Competitive based on education and experience — equivalent to ≈ Bay‑Area purchasing power
• Equity: Early‑stage grant to share in our growth
• Cash Bonus: Annual performance‑based bonus
• Relocation bonus, partner job‑search assistance
• Full visa sponsorship (STEM‑OPT transfer / H‑1B / TN / future green card)
• Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), generous PTO, inventor cash awards

Why Join Us

• Work on deep tech that makes a real‑world impact

• Collaborate with experts across hardware, software, and AI fields

• Own projects from concept to deployment and gain hands‑on experience

• Enjoy a culture of innovation, speed, and mentorship

• Access competitive perks, equity, and global exposure

Location

West Lafayette, IN — Based at our HQ near Purdue University. Relocation and local area orientation provided.

Application Requirements

• Resume

• Portfolio or links to projects (if applicable)

• Sample FPGA or hardware project demonstrating end‑to‑end ownership or coursework experience

Ixana is an equal opportunity employer committed to advancing human‑computer interfaces through innovative low‑power electronics innovation.

Keywords

Hardware Design, IoT, Wearables, FPGA, PCB, Embedded Systems, Analog Circuit Design, VHDL, Verilog, Power Management, Wi‑R, Startup, Low‑Power Electronics, Biomedical Devices, Signal Integrity, Equity