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eSpace

Staff FPGA Engineer (DSP)

Saratoga, CA · On-site

$100K - $200K/yr

The Staff Satellite FPGA Engineer - Signal Processing will participate in all aspects of the ... The ideal candidate has 10+ years of experience in FPGA firmware development including RTL design ...

PSRTEK

FPGA Engineer at Waukesha, WI

Waukesha, WI · On-site

$130K - $167K/yr

Architecture & Development (VHDL Focused) Own FPGA RTL design using VHDL as the primary HDL ... IEC 62304 for programmable logic. * Address safety (IEC 60601 1), EMC (IEC 60601 1 2), ...

Amazon

FPGA Engineer, Amazon Leo Government

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$138K - $177K/yr

As an FPGA engineer on the Leo Government Solutions team you will create FPGA solutions to support ... RTL Design-Physical Implementation-Timing Closure-Simulation Validation- Lab Based Silicon ...

Jobsbridge

ASIC Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$194K/yr

ASIC Engineer Location: San Jose, CA Duration: 6 Months Minimum Required Skills ... ASIC Design, FPGA, RTL Design, Chip Architecture, ASIC, Implementation,Synthesis /Conformal ...

CitiusTech

FPGA Engineer

Milwaukee, WI

$128K - $164K/yr

FPGA Engineer Who we are: - At CitiusTech , we constantly strive to solve the industry's greatest ... Responsibilities: - Architecture & Development (VHDL Focused) Own FPGA RTL design using VHDL as the ...

SEAKR Engineering

Senior FPGA Engineer

Englewood, CO · On-site

$130K - $185K/yr

Company Description Join SEAKR Engineering, a leading-edge provider of advanced electronics for ... FPGA design experience including thorough design documentation, completion and review of RTL blocks ...

SEAKR Engineering

Senior FPGA Engineer

Englewood, CO

Company Description Join SEAKR Engineering, a leading-edge provider of advanced electronics for ... FPGA design experience including thorough design documentation, completion and review of RTL blocks ...

SEAKR Engineering

Senior FPGA Engineer

Englewood, CO

$130K - $185K/yr

Company Description Join SEAKR Engineering, a leading-edge provider of advanced electronics for ... FPGA design experience including thorough design documentation, completion and review of RTL blocks ...

CYNET SYSTEMS

FPGA Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$80 - $85/hr

The role includes RTL development, FPGA prototyping, timing optimization, hardware debugging, system integration, and collaboration with cross-functional engineering teams. Requirement/Must Have:

krg technology inc

FPGA Engineers

Santa Clara, CA

$144K - $199K/yr

Creation of Emulation/Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) models from a RTL design using emulation/FPGA synthesis, partitioning and routing tools. Experience in compiling designs to load FPGA ...

Aalyria

Lead RTL/FPGA Design Engineer

$170K - $195K/yr

As the Lead RTL/FPGA Design Engineer on our Aalyria Space team, you will own the end to end the development of a high-performance coherent modem targeting free space optical (FSO) communications. In ...

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As of Jun 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for fpga rtl developer in the United States is $47.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $25.48 and $61.30 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are FPGA RTL Developers?

FPGA RTL Developers are engineers who design, implement, and test digital circuits on Field-Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs) using Register Transfer Level (RTL) coding, typically in hardware description languages like VHDL or Verilog. They are responsible for translating system requirements into efficient, reliable digital logic that can be programmed onto FPGA hardware. Their work is crucial in industries such as telecommunications, aerospace, automotive, and consumer electronics, where custom hardware solutions are needed for performance or flexibility.

What are some typical collaboration points between FPGA RTL Developers and other engineering teams?

FPGA RTL Developers frequently collaborate with hardware design, verification, and embedded software teams throughout the development process. They work closely with hardware engineers to ensure that the RTL code aligns with the overall system architecture and meets timing and performance requirements. Regular interaction with verification engineers is also essential to create and review testbenches and resolve any design bugs. This collaborative environment helps ensure a smooth integration of FPGA modules into larger systems and supports efficient project delivery.

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

To thrive as an FPGA RTL Developer, you need a solid background in digital design, hardware description languages (such as VHDL or Verilog), and a degree in electrical engineering or a related field. Familiarity with FPGA development tools (like Xilinx Vivado or Intel Quartus), simulation environments, and experience with version control systems is typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective teamwork are important soft skills for this role. These skills ensure robust, efficient hardware solutions and smooth collaboration on complex design projects.
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Staff FPGA Engineer (DSP)

eSpace

Saratoga, CA • On-site

$100K - $200K/yr

Full-time

Medical, PTO

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Ready to make connectivity from space universally accessible, secure and actionable? Then you've come to the right place!
E-Space is bridging Earth and space to enable hyper-scaled deployments of Internet of Things (IoT) solutions and services. We are building a highly-advanced low Earth orbit (LEO) space system that will fundamentally change the design, economics, manufacturing and service delivery associated with traditional satellite and terrestrial IoT systems.
We're intentional, we're unapologetically curious and we're 100% committed to innovate space-based communications and deliver actionable intelligence that will expand global economies, protect space and our planet and enhance our overall quality of life.
The Staff Satellite FPGA Engineer - Signal Processing will participate in all aspects of the development and test of avionics FPGA RTL designs for E-Space satellites. The ideal candidate has 10+ years of experience in FPGA firmware development including RTL design, simulations, analysis, verification, and HW testing.
This position will report to the Senior Director, Product & Systems Integration Semiconductor Development team. This position is based in our Saratoga, CA office.
What you will do:

  • The functions of this role include providing strategic direction and implementation in the following areas:
  • Own FPGA RTLdevelopmentin either SystemVerilog or VHDL from blank sheet to flight.
  • Develop FPGA logical architecture and requirements in collaboration with other engineering disciplines including defining HW/SW interfaces between fabric logic and processing subsystems.
  • Implement a digital channelizer beamformer from bit-accurate reference models
  • Drive part selection and define PCB architecture
  • Perform design verification including simulations, test benches, timing analysis, and hardware testing.
  • Lead design reviews, demonstrate requirement traceability, and create documentation for FPGA operation and interfacing with other SW and FPGA systems.
  • Develop and participate in test campaigns ranging from unit level manual tests, unit automated tests, and system level tests.
What you bring to this role:
  • 10+ years of experience in FPGA RTL architecture, development, verification, deployment, and maintenance.
  • Skilled at SystemVerilog or VHDL.
  • Skilled in at least 1 scripting language (TCL, shell, Python, etc).
  • Skilled in verification techniques, and timing/stability analysis.
  • Proficiency in understanding PCB designs and reading schematics.
  • Proficiency in understanding embedded software.
  • Knowledge of ADC/DAC interfaces and JESD204.
  • Expertise in implementing high speed digital communications interfaces.
  • Demonstrated success working in a dynamic environment.
  • Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent.
  • Experience designing for space environments including radiation impacts and mitigation.
  • Proficiency with lab tools and working with hardware.
  • Familiarity with SystemRDL.
  • Familiarity with Model Based Design methodologies
  • Understanding of OVM/UVM framework and methodology.
This is a full time, exempt position, based out of our Saratoga office. The target base pay for this position is $100,000 - $200,000 annually. The total compensation packaged will be determined by various factors such as your relevant job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. We are redefining how satellites are designed, manufactured and used-so we're looking for candidates with passion, deep knowledge and direct experience on LEO satellite component development, design and in-orbit activities. If that's your experience - then we'll be immediately wow-ed. E-Space is not currently able to provide employment sponsorship for candidates who do not hold work authorization for the location of this role. Why E-Space is right for you: As a member of our team, you will play a crucial role in driving our success. Our team members have a strong sense of dedication and responsibility; this includes a strong commitment to our mission to create an entirely new suite of global capabilities to improve lives, business efficiencies and build a smarter planet. This means that there will be times when extra hours, including nights and weekends, may be needed to meet critical deadlines and mission goals. In return, we offer a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development and the chance to make a meaningful impact in a high-growth industry. We want you to make the most of your journey at E-Space. That's why we support and invest in the physical, emotional and financial well-being of our team members and their families. Some of what you can expect when working at E-Space: • An opportunity to really make a difference • Sustainability at our core • Fair and honest workplace • Innovative thinking is encouraged • Competitive salaries • Continuous learning and development • Health and wellness care options • Financial solutions for the future • Optional legal services (US only) • Paid holidays • Paid time off We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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