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FPGA

Objective Paradigm

Reference: 22548Location: Chicago, IL, United StatesIndustry: Trading FirmPosted: 2026-05-11Contact: Ethan HudsonEmail: View email address on click.appcast.io: 13176505687FPGA EngineerLocation: Chicago, ILAbout the OpportunityWe are seeking a seasoned FPGA Engineer to join a high-performance engineering team focused on building scalable, low-latency hardware solutions. This is an opportunity to take ownership of end-to-end silicon design and verification, developing sophisticated IP cores that power complex, high-speed data processing platforms. You will play a critical role in architectural decisions and the evolution of our hardware-accelerated infrastructure.ResponsibilitiesArchitect and implement sophisticated FPGA/ASIC designs using hardware description languages.Develop modular, reusable IP components designed to scale across diverse hardware platforms.Lead the verification process to ensure high-reliability performance in production environments.Integrate high-speed transceivers and optimize network protocol stacks for efficient packet handling.Collaborate on software-hardware interfaces, utilizing C++ and scripting to streamline the development lifecycle.Maintain and improve build systems and automated workflows for hardware deployment.RequirementsSubstantial professional experience in the full FPGA/ASIC development lifecycle.Expertise in SystemVerilog, Verilog, or VHDL.Advanced proficiency with industry-standard FPGA synthesis and simulation toolchains.Strong programming background in C or C++, with an understanding of software compilation processes.Competency in scripting for automation using Python, TCL, or Bash.Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.Preferred QualificationsHands-on experience with high-speed serial links and transceivers.Deep understanding of Ethernet networking protocols and real-time packet processing.Familiarity with CMake for managing complex build environments.#LI-EH1

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