FPGA Developer (f/m/x)

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Aufgaben

• Design and implement FPGA-based digital logic using hardware description languages such as VHDL or Verilog
• Develop and integrate FPGA modules, including custom IP cores, communication interfaces, and control logic
• Analyse system requirements and translate them into efficient and maintainable FPGA realisations
• Perform functional simulation, timing analysis, verification, and validation of FPGA designs
• Debug and troubleshoot FPGA implementations using simulation and hardware debugging tools
• Optimise FPGA designs for timing closure, resource utilisation, power consumption, and performance
• Implement and verify high-speed interfaces and protocols such as PCIe, Ethernet, and memory interfaces
• Collaborate with FPGA architects, hardware engineers, software developers, and system architects to ensure seamless system integration
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including design specifications, interface descriptions, test plans, and verification reports
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to reusable FPGA platforms, coding standards, and development best practices
• Actively share knowledge and support the continuous improvement of FPGA development methodologies, tools, and workflows

Profil

• Successfully completed studies in electrical engineering, computer engineering, communications engineering, computer science, or a comparable field
• Solid experience in FPGA development using VHDL and/or Verilog
• Strong understanding of digital design principles, FPGA architectures, synchronous systems, and clock domain crossing concepts
• Experience with FPGA development environments such as Xilinx Vivado, Intel Quartus, or similar toolchains
• Knowledge of simulation and verification methodologies using tools such as ModelSim, QuestaSim, OSVVM, or UVM
• Experience with timing analysis, timing closure, debugging, and performance optimisation of FPGA designs
• Familiarity with high-speed communication interfaces and protocols such as PCIe, Ethernet, DDR, or comparable technologies
• Understanding of system integration and collaboration within interdisciplinary hardware and software development teams
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills combined with a structured and quality-oriented working style
• High level of initiative, ownership, and commitment to delivering reliable FPGA solutions
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills
• Proficiency in German and English, both written and spoken
• Enthusiasm for developing innovative solutions in a high-tech environment