Sr. Staff Embedded Firmware/FPGA Systems Engineer

As a result of the combination of the BD Biosciences and Diagnostic Solutions business with Waters Corporation (NYSE: WAT), by applying to this role, you will be applying for a position with Waters. Waters is a global leader in life sciences, dedicated to accelerating the benefits of pioneering science through analytical technologies, informatics, and service. With a focus on regulated, high-volume testing environments, Waters’ innovative portfolio harnesses deep scientific expertise across biology, chemistry, and physics. Waters collaborates with analytical laboratories around the world to advance the release of effective, high-quality medicines, assure the safety of food and water, and drive better patient outcomes by detecting diseases earlier, managing routine infections, and combatting growing antibiotic resistance. Through a shared culture of relentless innovation, Waters’ passionate team of approximately 16,000 colleagues partner with customers to turn scientific challenges into breakthroughs that improve lives worldwide.

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Job Description

Summary :

We are seeking a highly skilled Embedded Systems Engineer to lead firmware and FPGA development for advanced ARM-based instrumentation platforms. In this role, you will own the end-to-end system architecture, defining the optimal partitioning of functionality across FPGA logic, ARM SoC firmware, and host, edge, or cloud computing resources. You will design and implement FPGA RTL, develop Linux BSP and low-level software components, and drive performance optimization across memory subsystems, DMA engines, and high-speed I/O interfaces to deliver robust, scalable solutions.

The ideal candidate is a technically strong embedded systems engineer with deep expertise in FPGA design, embedded firmware, and ARM-based architecture. The candidate will have hands-on experience developing FPGA RTL, Linux BSPs, device drivers, and high-performance data paths across memory, DMA, and high-speed I/O interfaces. This engineer will take a systems-level approach to solving complex challenges, making sound architectural decisions across FPGA, firmware, and edge/cloud compute environments. They are also an effective communicator who can translate complex technical concepts, influence technical direction, and champion engineering excellence. Success in this role requires strong collaboration across multidisciplinary teams to deliver robust, integrated product solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Provide technical direction and architectural guidance for embedded firmware and FPGA development across multiple product lines.
• Own the development and architecture of embedded firmware and programmable logic for complex instrumentation systems
• Define architecture, balancing on-board (ARM SoC/DSP/FPGA) and off-board compute
• Develop Linux BSP Components, kernel configuration, boot loaders, HALs and device drivers
• Build embedded services in C/C++ and develop python-based automation for testing, validation and workflows
• Collaborate with a distributed global team to deliver on goals

Minimum Qualifications:

• BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field required
• 10+ years of experience in embedded firmware and FPGA development, including technical leadership roles.
• Proficiency in Verilog, VHDL, or SystemVerilog; experience authoring RTL for FPGA, developing simulation testbenches, and driving synthesis and timing closure using Xilinx Vivado or Intel Quartus.
• Familiarity with AXI4/AXI-Stream interconnects and DMA controller design.
• Experience with Python, C/C++, version control systems, and modern development tools.
• Experience with common hardware interfaces such as SPI, I2C, UART, PCIe Gen 3/4/5, JESD204B/C, DDR3/DDR4, or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of embedded Linux systems, including kernel configuration and demonstrated driver development skills
• Strong understanding of test bench development; simulations (ModelSim, VCS) and developing verification plans
• Experience communicating complex technical concepts effectively and influencing technical direction while championing engineering excellence and best practices.
• Demonstrated success collaborating across multidisciplinary teams.

Preferred Attributes:

• Master’s degree
• Technically competent with a broad understanding of system-level needs and cross-functional roles.
• Experience in FPGA-based data acquisition systems in Flow Cytometry, Genomics, or similar high-throughput biomedical instrumentation
• Experience with high-speed FPGA interfaces such as JESD204B/C (ADC/DAC connectivity), PCIe, DDR4/LPDDR, or USB 3.x in instrumentation or adjacent high-throughput domains
• Experience improving legacy codebases and guiding teams toward sustainable engineering practices.

Work Environment:

• Onsite Position: will require on-site and in lab work a minimum of 4 days/week

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USA CA - Milpitas 155

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$168,600.00 - $269,800.00 USD Annual