FPGA Engineer (Firmware) (Defense)

TL;DR

FPGA Engineer (Firmware) (Defense): Designing and implementing FPGA firmware for digital hardware applications with an accent on RTL optimization, timing closure, and signal processing. Focus on developing high-speed digital communications and integrating FPGA-based solutions within radar and electronic warfare systems.

Location: Abu Dhabi, AE

Company

hirify.global is a leading defense conglomerate focused on advanced technology and security solutions.

What you will do

• Design and implement FPGA firmware for digital hardware applications using VHDL or Verilog.
• Execute synthesis, place-and-route, and timing closure tasks using Xilinx Vivado or Intel Quartus.
• Develop digital logic circuits and integrate FPGA solutions with processors, sensors, and memory.
• Build testbenches and perform simulation and debugging using ModelSim or similar tools.
• Create embedded firmware and low-level drivers for hardware interface management using SPI, I2C, UART, and PCIe.

Requirements

• 5-7 years of experience in embedded systems or FPGA-based solution development, preferably in military or defense sectors.
• Knowledge of radar and Electronic Warfare (EW) principles, including RF systems and signal processing.
• Experience with phased array radar, synthetic aperture radar (SAR), or multi-static radar systems.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Proficiency in Verilog, VHDL, or SystemVerilog and experience with high-speed protocols like PCIe and Ethernet.
• Strong mathematical background in image, signal, or data processing.