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Principal Embedded Linux Engineer Jobs in Syracuse, NY

Principal Engineer - FPGA

Skaneateles, NY · On-site +1

$141K - $172K/yr

Principal FPGA & Embedded Software Engineer Are you a Technical Support Engineer looking for an ... Embedded Linux & HW/SW Co Design * Developing and maintaining Linux kernel drivers and lowlevel ...

Principal Engineer - FPGA

Skaneateles, NY · On-site +1

$141K - $172K/yr

Principal FPGA & Embedded Software Engineer Are you a Technical Support Engineer looking for an ... Embedded Linux & HW/SW Co Design * Developing and maintaining Linux kernel drivers and lowlevel ...

Principal Engineer - FPGA

Skaneateles, NY · On-site

$141K - $172K/yr

Principal FPGA & Embedded Software Engineer Are you a Technical Support Engineer looking for an ... Embedded Linux & HW/SW Co Design * Developing and maintaining Linux kernel drivers and low-level ...

Embedded Software Engineer 5 days ago Requisition ID: 1214 At Hidden Level, we're building the ... Experience developing for and working on embedded Linux Operating Systems (Ubuntu and PetaLinux a ...

Position Overview As we expand, we're looking for an Embedded Software Engineer to accelerate ... Experience developing for and working on embedded Linux Operating Systems (Ubuntu and PetaLinux a ...

Senior Embedded Software Engineer At Hidden Level, we're building the future of airspace awareness ... Experience developing for and working on embedded Linux Operating Systems (Ubuntu and PetaLinux a ...

Staff Embedded Software Engineer At Hidden Level, we're building the future of airspace awareness ... Experience developing for and working on embedded Linux Operating Systems (Ubuntu and PetaLinux a ...

Your Role at Baxter As a Senior Principal Software Engineer, you will be involved with the research ... Strong technical expertise in embedded C/C++, RTOS environments (e.g., ThreadX), Embedded Linux ...

Your Role at Baxter As a Senior Principal Software Engineer, you will be involved with the research ... Strong technical expertise in embedded C/C++, RTOS environments (e.g., ThreadX), Embedded Linux ...

Systems Engineer

Syracuse, NY · On-site

$75K - $108K/yr

... embedded Linux (e.g. networking stacks, Protocol Buffers/Protobuf/data serialization). • Experience in leading junior software engineers. • Passionate about protecting the American warfighter ...

Systems Engineer

Syracuse, NY · On-site

$75K - $108K/yr

... embedded Linux (e.g. networking stacks, Protocol Buffers/Protobuf/data serialization). • Experience in leading junior software engineers. • Passionate about protecting the American warfighter ...

Systems Engineer

Syracuse, NY · On-site

$75K - $108K/yr

... embedded Linux (e.g. networking stacks, Protocol Buffers/Protobuf/data serialization). • Experience in leading junior software engineers. • Passionate about protecting the American warfighter ...

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Principal Embedded Engineer

EverPeak Recruitment

Syracuse, NY • On-site, Remote

$140K - $220K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 24 days ago


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