Principal Embedded Engineer

EverPeak Recruitment

City of Syracuse (NY)

Hybrid

USD 140,000 - 220,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

401(k)
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Job summary

EverPeak Recruitment is seeking a Principal FPGA/Embedded Systems Engineer to lead architecture, design, and optimization of FPGA-based image acquisition and processing systems. Remote or Hybrid work is available for qualified candidates in the United States.

The role focuses on high-performance FPGA solutions, embedded Linux integration, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver advanced hardware and software solutions.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
  • 5+ years FPGA development experience with Verilog, VHDL, or SystemVerilog.
  • Experience with Xilinx FPGA development tools.
  • Embedded Linux and kernel driver development experience.
  • Strong timing closure and resource optimization skills.
  • Experience with image sensors or high-bandwidth data systems.
  • Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop FPGA logic for image acquisition, processing, and high-speed data movement.
  • Optimize FPGA performance, timing closure, and resource utilization.
  • Develop and support embedded Linux systems, including kernel drivers and hardware bring-up.
  • Perform system integration, validation, troubleshooting, and debugging.
  • Document architecture, design, testing, and deployment activities.
  • Partner with software and hardware engineering teams throughout development.

Skills

FPGA development
Embedded Linux
Kernel driver development
SystemVerilog

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in EE/CE

Tools

Verilog
VHDL
SystemVerilog

Job description

Principal FPGA/Embedded Systems Engineer

Work Authorization: Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship. U.S. Citizenship or permanent resident (Green Card) status required.

Location: Remote or Hybrid (for qualified candidates)

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Principal FPGA/Embedded Systems Engineer to lead the architecture, design, and optimization of FPGA-based image acquisition and processing systems. This role focuses on developing high-performance FPGA solutions, embedded Linux integration, and collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams to deliver advanced hardware and software solutions.

Responsibilities
  • Design and develop FPGA logic for image acquisition, processing, and high-speed data movement.
  • Optimize FPGA performance, timing closure, and resource utilization.
  • Develop and support embedded Linux systems, including kernel drivers and hardware bring-up.
  • Perform system integration, validation, troubleshooting, and debugging.
  • Document architecture, design, testing, and deployment activities.
  • Partner with software and hardware engineering teams throughout development.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of FPGA development experience using Verilog, VHDL, or SystemVerilog.
  • Experience with Xilinx FPGA development tools.
  • Strong knowledge of timing closure, resource optimization, and complex FPGA design.
  • Experience with embedded Linux and kernel driver development.
  • Hands-on experience with hardware bring-up and system debugging.
  • Experience with image sensors, video pipelines, or other high-bandwidth data systems.
  • Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.
Preferred Qualifications
  • PCB schematic review experience.
  • DSP or image/signal processing experience.
  • Manufacturing test or production support experience.
  • Technical leadership or system architecture experience.
Compensation & Benefits
  • Salary: $140,000-$220,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.
  • Hybrid or remote work available for qualified candidates.
Experience Required
  • FPGA: 5+ years
  • Xilinx: 5+ years
Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
Experience:
  • FPGA: 5 years (Required)
  • Xilinx: 5 years (Required)
Work Location:

Remote

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