P-DPD- Title: FPGA Design Engineer

Location: Onsite in Carlsbad, CA

Status: Full-time direct hire

Compensation: $, to $, plus benefits

In this role you will help develop high speed signal processing algorithms and/or network protocols in FPGAs. The individual will be responsible for the full design phase starting from the requirements phase to documentation, block diagrams, implementation of source code, simulation, place & route, testing in hardware, and integration. The individual will collaborate with other engineers from different fields and must be capable of working in both a small team setting and a larger team setting. Experience in the development of high-performance FPGA designs, network encryptors and cryptographic devices is a plus.

The day-to-day

Design FPGA module and system level architectures with Verilog and/or VHDL

Develop simulations for modules and systems

Synthesizes Verilog and/or VHDL to FPGA products

Develop timing constraints, analyze timing results, and implement design changes required to close timing

Generate and collaborate on required design documents, development requirements, specifications and verification protocols

Work closely with hardware and hardware engineers, bringing up boards, interpreting data sheets and schematics

Conduct code and design reviews and participate in multi-functional reviews

Maintain and control FPGA code revision history

Responsible for owning and driving technical issues to resolution

Integrates and debugs design in the laboratory

What you'll need Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or a related field

+ years FPGA design experience

Foundational knowledge of digital logic and timing considerations

Strong written and verbal communication skills, ability to work with a geographically distributed team

Attention to detail, ability to follow process and coding guidelines, participate in code reviews and accept feedback

Experience with Programmable Logic EDA tools, such as AMD/Xilinx Client/Vivado, Client/Altera Quartus, Siemens/Mentor Graphics, Synopsys Synplify, SoftCore Micro embedments in MicroChip, etc.

Proven track record to design and implement FPGA modules using Verilog and/or VHDL with simulation and testbench development

Familiarity with designing and coding for re-use, maintainability and scalability

Desire to a member of a team, collaborating on large system designs

Work independently, take initiative, and take ownership of tasks and results

US citizenship required

Must be able to obtain and maintain a United States Secret Clearance

This is a % onsite role and the incumbent will work out of one of these locations: Carlsbad, CA, Tampa FL, or Marlborough, MA.

Ability to travel up to %

What will help you on the job MSEE degree preferred

Familiarity with TCL, Perl, Python or another scripting language

Experience with high-speed interfaces like SERDES, DDR//, LVDS

Proven experience in debugging, diagnosing, and solving embedded designs issues

System Verilog design verification techniques, UVM, or other sophisticated verification methodologies

Experience and familiarity with Linux-based development environments

Active United States Secret Security Clearance Benefits

PEAK's benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care Savings Account (DCA), and K plan.

PEAK believes that taking care of our team is essential for success and we are proud to provide benefits that enhance both your well-being and your future.

Additionally, our associates may be eligible for Paid Sick Leave as required by Federal, State, or local laws. Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO)

PEAK Technical Staffing is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. PEAK does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business need. We encourage all individuals to apply. and