Visual Hardware Engineer

VIAVI Solutions; Germantown (MD); On-site; USD 112,700 - 209,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Bonus program

Job summary

VIAVI Solutions is seeking a Staff FPGA Engineer for its Germantown, Maryland team. The role involves architecting and implementing high-speed FPGA designs using Verilog, System Verilog, or VHDL, alongside cutting-edge simulation and synthesis tools. The ideal candidate should have a BS or MS in Electrical/Computer Engineering with a minimum of 8 years of experience and a strong background in networking protocols and FPGA devices. We offer a competitive benefits package and a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years relevant experience in FPGA design.
• Experience with PLL design, analog signal conditioning is a plus.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Architect and implement high-speed FPGA designs.
• Utilize cutting-edge simulation, synthesis, place and route tools.
• Collaborate with global teams to deliver high-quality products.

Skills

High-speed FPGA design

Verilog, System Verilog, or VHDL

Ethernet and IP protocols knowledge

Experience with AMD or Altera FPGA devices

Optical interfaces (SFPs, QSFPs)

Education

BS or MS in Electrical and/or Computer Engineering

Tools

Version control (Git)

Siemens Questa or Aldec Riviera

Job description

Summary

VIAVI (NASDAQ: VIAV) is a global provider of network test, monitoring and assurance solutions for telecommunications, cloud, enterprises, first responders, military, aerospace, and railway. VIAVI is also a leader in light‑management technologies for 3D sensing, anti‑counterfeiting, consumer electronics, industrial, automotive, government and aerospace applications.

We are the people behind the products that help keep the world connected at home, school, work, at play, and everywhere in between. VIAVI employees are passionate about supporting customer success and we welcome people who bring their best every day to the company – to question, to collaborate and to push for solutions that will delight our customers.

Duties & Responsibilities

We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Staff FPGA Engineer to join our Germantown, Maryland team developing state‑of‑the‑art communications test and measurement products. The successful candidate will architect and implement high‑speed FPGA designs using Verilog, System Verilog, or VHDL and cutting‑edge simulation, synthesis, place and route, and verification tools.

Qualifications

• BS or MS degree in Electrical and/or Computer Engineering and a minimum of 8 years relevant experience
• High‑speed FPGA design experience using Verilog, SystemVerilog, or VHDL
• Working knowledge of Ethernet from 10 M to 1.6 T and IP protocol; familiarity with VLANs, MPLS, VPLS, and Voice/Video over IP (VoIP, IPTV) strongly desired
• Experience using AMD or Altera FPGA devices and implementation tools
• Experience with FPGA components such as transceivers, hard IP, and PLLs strongly desired
• Experience with optical interfaces and modules (SFPs, QSFPs) desired

Pre‑Requisites / Skills / Experience Requirements

• General‑purpose microprocessor and DSP systems, PCIe, high‑speed digital board design, PLL design, and analog signal conditioning experience a plus
• Simulation experience using Siemens Questa, Aldec Riviera, or similar tools
• Version control experience using Git or similar tools
• Utilization of generative AI tools to assist in concept and implementation of FPGA designs
• Strong written and oral communication skills and the ability to communicate ideas with people from across the world
• Exceptional analytical and organizational skills, coupled with a well‑focused attention to detail; ability and commitment to produce a timely and highly accurate product

Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes paid time off, health, life and disability insurance, 401(k), and a bonus program.

Equal Opportunity Statement

VIAVI Solutions is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer – minorities/females/veterans/persons with disabilities.

Job Posting Pay Range

112,700 to 209,300. Exceptional qualifications, experience and location may impact salary.