Principal Embedded Engineer

Job Description

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