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As of Jul 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for fpga programming in the United States is $147,315.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $130,000.00 and $167,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An FPGA Programming job involves designing, developing, and optimizing digital circuits using hardware description languages (HDLs) such as VHDL or Verilog. FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) engineers work with configurable hardware to implement custom logic for applications in industries like telecommunications, aerospace, and embedded systems. Responsibilities typically include coding, simulation, synthesis, testing, and debugging FPGA designs. Engineers in this role often collaborate with software and hardware teams to ensure efficient system integration.

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To thrive in FPGA Programming, you need strong expertise in digital design principles, proficiency in hardware description languages (such as VHDL or Verilog), and a solid background in electrical or computer engineering. Familiarity with FPGA development tools like Xilinx Vivado or Intel Quartus, and often industry certifications, are highly valued. Problem-solving, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to communicate technical concepts clearly are key soft skills for success. These abilities are critical for creating robust, efficient FPGA solutions that meet project specifications and collaborate effectively within engineering teams.

What are some common challenges faced in FPGA programming roles and how can I prepare for them?

FPGA programming roles often involve addressing complex timing constraints, debugging hardware-software interactions, and optimizing designs to meet performance and resource requirements. You may encounter steep learning curves with various vendor tools and constantly evolving technologies, so continuous learning and adaptability are invaluable. Collaboration with software, hardware, and verification engineers is typical, requiring you to communicate technical issues clearly and work through multi-disciplinary challenges together. Gaining experience with simulation tools, staying up to date with the latest FPGA architectures, and practicing systematic troubleshooting can help you succeed in these demanding environments.

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FPGA Engineer - VHDL

FPGA Engineer - VHDL

Mavensoft Technologies, LLC

San Diego, CA • On-site

$138K - $177K/yr

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Job Title: FPGA Engineer - VHDL
Duration: 2-3months
Location: San Diego, CA (Onsite)
Schedule: 9*80A
Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop, integrate and test VHDL-based digital designs for our end-user customers and businesses, primarily focused on software defined radio VHDL firmware code bases.
  • Work using FPGA programming development tools and environments
  • Work with multi-disciplinary teams, such as with Systems Engineering, Digital Engineering, Hardware, and Integration & Test
  • Work in waterfall or Agile software development environment
  • Analyze system concept of operation, requirements and design documents to resolve functional, performance or timing issues.

Basic Qualifications for Digital Engineer:

  • BS + 5 years of experience in related STEM field; MS + 3 years of experience.
  • Significant hands-on current experience in the field of VHDL design.
  • Candidate must have excellent written and communication skills and be able to work independently and within groups.
  • Candidate must have working knowledge of formal engineering development process, VHDL design and verification.
  • An active Secret Clearance is required to start.

Preferred Qualifications for Digital Engineer:

  • 8 or more years of professional technical experience.
  • Experience with VHDL design and OSVVM verification for FPGA firmware
  • Experience with AMD/Xilinx series including Zynq, Kintex, Ultrascale, Versal family of devices.
  • Experience with Communication Protocols (I2C, SPI, UART, PCIe, Ethernet)
  • Experience with Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools: Vivado, Quartus, QuestaSim
  • Knowledgeable in FPGA physical constraints and achieving timing closure.
  • Generation of Test benches and support of formal VHDL Verification.
  • Experience with board RO system level debug using test equipment such as oscilloscopes and logic analyzers.
  • Experience with translating systems requirements into programmable logic requirements, design documents, and test specifications.
  • Candidate should have hands on experience with DoD communications systems.

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Mavensoft’s culture embodies a people-first value system. We genuinely care and empower all team members to consistently demonstrate their energy and passion towards helping our customers reach their goals. As a solution-oriented company, we always strive to deliver our very best to both customers and team members. We make it our daily business to arrive ready to execute and resolve all of your tasks and requests. With such an emboldening, team-centric approach, you'll continue to realize increased employee productivity, delightful customer engagement, improved operational efficiency, and rapid business growth. Our senior management team is built around industry enthusiasts, technocrats, and creative problem solvers. Actively involved in the tech community, we help foster creativity and adopt new technologies for changing the business landscape.

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51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

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Year founded

2004

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