FPGA Design Engineer

QCi; Hoboken (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Hoboken seeks an FPGA Design Engineer to develop innovative quantum technologies. This role involves collaborating with experts to design and implement FPGA systems, requiring a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering and 3-5 years of experience. Ideal candidates will handle FPGA design, RTL simulation, and multi-disciplinary collaborations—all in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication skills and teamwork are essential to thrive in this exciting opportunity.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of industrial experience in FPGA design.
• Expertise in Verilog/System Verilog.
• Practical experience using HLS in FPGA design a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement real-time computational and digital algorithms using FPGAs.
• Design and test FPGA logic and systems.
• Collaborate with teams to customize quantum systems.

Skills

FPGA design

Verilog/System Verilog

RTL simulation

HLS in FPGA design

Communication skills

Digital hardware circuit design

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Masters of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ModelSim

Xilinx tools

Altera tools

Job description

FPGA Design Engineer

Job Description

• Location: Hoboken, NJ
• Division: Technology
• Department: Engineering
• Reports to: FPGA Engineering Manager

About Us

Quantum Computing Inc. (QCi) (Nasdaq: QUBT) is an innovative, integrated photonics company that provides accessible and affordable quantum machines to the world today. QCi products are designed to operate at room temperature and low power at an affordable cost. The Company’s portfolio of core technology and products offer unique capabilities in the areas of high-performance computing, artificial intelligence, cyber security as well as remote sensing applications.

Position Description

We are seeking a new FPGA Design Engineer to join our Hardware team. You will work directly with a diverse team of experts including quantum scientists, optical, nanofabrication, hardware, FPGA, and embedded engineers. Together, you’ll develop prototypes and photonic-based products across multiple application areas including quantum computing, quantum intelligence, quantum remote sensing, quantum bio-imaging, and quantum cybersecurity.

This is a unique opportunity to participate in the architecture design of multiple new FPGA projects in the pipeline, and to work closely with some of the brightest scientists and engineers in lithium niobate, photonic-based quantum technologies. If you enjoy the excitement of solving complex problems, creating realistic application quantum benefits, and working in a fast-paced, innovative environment, this could be the perfect role for you!

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop, design and implement real-time computational and digital algorithms and systems using FPGAs.
• Develop RTL code for use within multiple projects. Analyze and enhance efficiency, scalability, and stability of the system resources.
• Integrate multiple FPGAs and off-the-shelf hardware devices into our next generation quantum device architecture.
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to design and customize quantum systems with customers requirements/feedbacks.
• Design, implement, simulate, and test the operation of the FPGA logic and systems.
• Document architectures, test results in addition to source code.

Required Skills and Experience

• 3-5 years of industrial experience in FPGA design.
• Practical experience using HLS in FPGA design would be a HUGE plus.
• Expertise in Verilog/System Verilog.
• Proficiency in RTL simulation (ModelSim, xSim etc.), and building testbenches to verify your design.
• Experience with Altera (Intel) or Xilinx (AMD) FPGAs and associated development tools.
• Experience working with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes and logic analyzers.
• Experience/familiarity in/with digital hardware circuit design is preferred.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• Collaborative teammate who is supportive of co-workers and contributes to problem solving.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced professional office environment and manage simultaneous tasks and deliverables.
• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering Required.
• Masters of Science in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering Preferred.