FPGA Design Engineer

Quantum Computing Inc.; Hoboken (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Quantum Computing Inc. in Hoboken, NJ seeks an FPGA Design Engineer to join our Hardware team, working with quantum scientists and engineers to develop prototypes and photonic-based products across quantum computing and related applications.

The role focuses on real-time FPGA design, RTL coding, verification, and integration of multiple FPGAs with lab equipment, in a fast-paced, collaborative environment; a BS in EE/CE is required, with MS preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering required.
• MS degree preferred.
• 3–5 years of FPGA design experience.
• Proficiency with RTL simulation and testbenches.
• Experience with Altera/Intel or Xilinx FPGAs and tools.
• Experience with lab equipment like oscilloscopes and logic analyzers.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, design, and implement real-time computational and digital algorithms using FPGAs.
• Develop RTL code for multiple projects; optimize efficiency and scalability.
• Integrate multiple FPGAs and hardware devices into quantum device architecture.
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to design systems per customer feedback.
• Design, implement, simulate, and test FPGA logic and systems.
• Document architectures, test results, and source code.

Skills

FPGA design

HLS experience

RTL simulation

Altera/Intel or Xilinx FPGAs

lab equipment

digital hardware design

communication skills

team collaboration

fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering

Master of Science in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering

Tools

ModelSim

Quartus/Intel

Xilinx Vivado

Job description

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.
• 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/familarity 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

Incumbent(s) in this position may be required to perform other duties and special assignments not specifically stated above. Statements outlined in this section are designated as essential job functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.