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Qualis Corp

Senior FPGA and SDR Engineer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$100 - $130/hr

Experience with RFSoC architectures. * Experience with Xilinx/Vivado, AMD/Xilinx RFSoC, Intel FPGA, or similar toolchains. * Knowledge of electronic warfare, SIGINT, communications, or PNT systems.

Fisheye Software

FPGA Engineer

Tewksbury, MA · On-site

$80K - $190K/yr

Experience with RTL simulation tools (Questasim)Familiarity with advanced FPGA platforms (MPSoC, RFSoC, Ultrascale+, Versal, Stratix, Agilex)Experience with high-speed interfaces (GbE, DDR, JESD ...

FishEye Software

FPGA Engineer

Tewksbury, MA · On-site

$80K - $190K/yr

Familiarity with advanced FPGA platforms (MPSoC, RFSoC, Ultrascale+, Versal, Stratix, Agilex) * Experience with high-speed interfaces (GbE, DDR, JESD, PCIe) * Familiarity with hardware interfaces and ...

IPG Photonics

Sr. FPGA Engineer

Marlborough, MA · On-site

$134K - $173K/yr

Independently lead complex FPGA development projects from concept through production using Intel/Altera and AMD/Xilinx FPGA, SoC, MPSoC, and RFSoC platforms. * Design and implement FPGA-based motion ...

IPG Photonics

Sr. FPGA Engineer

Marlborough, MA · On-site

$134K - $173K/yr

Independently lead complex FPGA development projects from concept through production using Intel/Altera and AMD/Xilinx FPGA, SoC, MPSoC, and RFSoC platforms. * Design and implement FPGA-based motion ...

FishEye Software

FPGA Engineer

Tewksbury, MA · On-site

$80K - $190K/yr

Familiarity with advanced FPGA platforms (MPSoC, RFSoC, Ultrascale+, Versal, Stratix, Agilex) * Experience with high-speed interfaces (GbE, DDR, JESD, PCIe) * Familiarity with hardware interfaces and ...

Anduril Industries

FPGA DSP Engineer

Fort Collins, CO

$121K - $167K/yr

Experience with Xilinx Zynq UltraScale+, Altera AgileX, or RFSoC platforms * Knowledge of embedded software development for FPGA SoC platforms * Experience with MATLAB and algorithm-to-hardware ...

FishEye Software

FPGA Engineer

Tewksbury, MA · On-site

$80K - $190K/yr

Familiarity with advanced FPGA platforms (MPSoC, RFSoC, Ultrascale+, Versal, Stratix, Agilex) * Experience with high-speed interfaces (GbE, DDR, JESD, PCIe) * Familiarity with hardware interfaces and ...

Leidos

FPGA Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$138K - $177K/yr

... RFSoC. Additional responsibilities include: * Develop and execute FPGA test plans, determine root cause of test failures, and iterate with senior staff to determine design changes to improve FPGA ...

Anduril Industries

FPGA DSP Engineer

Fort Collins, CO · On-site

$143K - $191K/yr

Experience with Xilinx Zynq UltraScale+, Altera AgileX, or RFSoC platforms * Knowledge of embedded software development for FPGA SoC platforms * Experience with MATLAB and algorithm-to-hardware ...

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As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for fpga rfsoc 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.

What is an FPGA RFSoC?

FPGA RFSoCs, or Field Programmable Gate Array Radio Frequency System-on-Chip devices, are integrated circuits that combine programmable logic (FPGA) with high-speed analog-to-digital converters (ADC) and digital-to-analog converters (DAC) on a single chip. These devices are designed to handle radio frequency (RF) signal processing directly within the FPGA, reducing system complexity and latency. RFSoCs are commonly used in wireless communications, radar, and other applications that require high-performance, real-time processing of RF signals. They offer flexibility for rapid prototyping and deployment of complex RF systems.

What are some common challenges faced when working with RFSoC FPGAs in a development team?

Engineers working with RFSoC (Radio Frequency System-on-Chip) FPGAs often encounter challenges such as integrating high-speed analog and digital components, managing power consumption, and ensuring signal integrity. Collaboration is key, as projects typically require close coordination between hardware, firmware, and software teams to optimize overall system performance. Additionally, staying updated with evolving toolchains and verification methodologies is crucial for successful project delivery and professional growth.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an FPGA RFSoC engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an FPGA RFSoC Engineer, you need a solid background in digital design, signal processing, and embedded systems, typically supported by a degree in electrical engineering or related fields. Proficiency with hardware description languages (such as VHDL or Verilog), Xilinx RFSoC development tools, and simulation software is essential. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective teamwork set standout professionals apart in this role. These skills and qualities ensure the development of robust, high-performance FPGA solutions for demanding radio-frequency applications.
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Senior Principal FPGA & Digital Signals Processing Engineer

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Alexandria, VA • On-site

$140 - $190/hr

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Posted 4 days ago

Job description

  • Lead the FPGA firmware architecture for Dragonfly, defining signal-processing partitioning across FPGA, GPU, and CPU to meet latency, throughput, and SWaP requirements
  • Migrate GPU-based DSP algorithms into efficient FPGA implementations, including floating-to-fixed-point conversion, quantization analysis, word-length optimization, and bit-accurate verification
  • Design reusable, portable FPGA IP for AMD/Xilinx RFSoC, Versal, UltraScale+, and Zynq platforms
  • Develop real-time FPGA implementations for RF signal processing, including digital down conversion, filtering, FFTs, channelization, synchronization, demodulation, and protocol exploitation
  • Implement and optimize wireless protocol processing for Wi-Fi, Bluetooth/BLE, LoRa, LTE, and 5G NR
  • Develop FPGA capabilities for direction finding, beamforming, geolocation, and multichannel phase-coherent signal processing
  • Establish FPGA verification methodologies, including simulation, automated regression testing, timing closure, hardware validation, and over-the-air testing
  • Support hardware bring-up, integration, production validation, and field testing of Dragonfly systems
  • Serve as technical authority for FPGA firmware and DSP architecture; conduct design reviews, mentor engineers, and establish engineering best practices
  • Contribute to product roadmaps, customer engagements, technical proposals, IRAD efforts, and emerging EW/SIGINT capability development
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
  • 10+ years of FPGA development experience supporting RF, SDR, SIGINT, radar, wireless communications, or Electronic Warfare systems
  • Demonstrated ownership of FPGA architecture from concept through deployed production systems
  • Active Secret clearance required
  • Ability to obtain or maintain TS/SCI preferred
  • Expert proficiency with VHDL and/or SystemVerilog, RTL design, pipelining, finite state machines, clock domain crossing, and timing closure
  • Extensive experience with AMD/Xilinx development tools including Vivado, Vitis, Vitis HLS, and RFSoC or Versal platforms
  • Strong background in DSP, including FFTs, digital down/up conversion, FIR/IIR/CIC filters, multirate processing, fixed-point design, CORDIC, and AGC
  • Experience with high-speed interfaces including AXI, PCIe, Ethernet, DDR memory, Aurora, and JESD204B/C
  • Proficiency with MATLAB and/or Python for algorithm development and hardware verification, plus C/C++ development in Linux environments
  • Experience with FPGA simulation, debugging, board bring-up, and RF laboratory validation using industry-standard tools
  • Familiarity with Git, Agile development methodologies, and cross-functional hardware/software engineering teams
  • Experience developing CUDA or GPU-based DSP algorithms and migrating them to FPGA implementations preferred as an additional qualification
  • Experience with beamforming, direction finding, geolocation, MUSIC/ESPRIT, TDOA, or FDOA algorithms preferred as an additional qualification
  • Knowledge of LTE, 5G NR, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth/BLE, LoRa, or other modern communications waveforms preferred as an additional qualification
  • Experience with HLS, Simulink, MATLAB HDL Coder, or Model Composer preferred as an additional qualification
  • Familiarity with RFNoC, GNU Radio, OpenCPI, SOSA, or CMOSS architectures preferred as an additional qualification
Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in FPGA firmware architecture and DSP, with a strong focus on real-time implementations for RF signal processing and wireless protocols. Proficient in VHDL, SystemVerilog, and AMD/Xilinx development tools, with a proven track record in leading projects from concept to production.

Highest-signal resume keywords
  • FPGA Firmware Architecture
  • VHDL/SystemVerilog Proficiency
  • DSP Algorithm Development
  • AMD/Xilinx Development Tools
  • Active Secret Clearance
ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills
  • FPGA Development
  • Signal Processing
  • Real-Time Implementations
  • Digital Down Conversion
  • FFT
  • Wireless Protocol Processing
  • FPGA Verification Methodologies
  • Pipelining
  • Timing Closure
  • Fixed-Point Design
Soft Skills
  • Mentoring
  • Technical Authority
  • Collaboration
Certifications & Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
  • Active Secret Clearance
  • TS/SCI Clearance Preferred
Industry Keywords
  • RF
  • SDR
  • SIGINT
  • Electronic Warfare
  • 5G NR
  • Wi-Fi
  • Bluetooth/BLE
  • LoRa
  • LTE
  • High-Speed Interfaces
Tools & Technologies
  • Vivado
  • Vitis
  • MATLAB
  • Python
  • C/C++
  • Git
  • Agile Development
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