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Shift5 · 3 weeks ago

FPGA Engineer

positionUnited States
timeFull-time
remoteRemote
seniorityMid Level
money$125K/yr - $200K/yr
date3+ years exp

Shift5 is a fast-growing scale-up redefining onboard operational technology with a focus on cybersecurity and compliance for OT systems. The Firmware (FPGA) Engineer will be essential in designing and developing firmware that unlocks critical data streams for both DoD and commercial customers.

Cyber SecurityHardwareSoftwareTransportation

Responsibilities

Architect and define FPGA-based data acquisition and transmission systems
Design and implement HDL modules, including developing testbenches for verification
Develop robust hardware-software interface layers
Troubleshoot and resolve issues across hardware, firmware, and software
Clearly document architectures, data flows, and interface specifications
Understand and work with serial protocols (e.g., MIL-STD-1553, ARINC-429, UART, CAN) from physical to application layers
Contribute to hardware, system, and code design reviews, offering critical feedback and innovative solutions

Qualification

FPGA designVHDLHDL simulationsEmbedded software developmentLinux command lineScripting languagesGitCI/CD automationsDebuggingSerial protocols

Required

Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
3+ years of experience in FPGA design and testing, preferably with VHDL
Knowledge of AXI4 and AXI4-Stream protocols
Experience with scripting languages (TCL, Bash, Python, etc.)
Experience designing HDL simulations (ModelSim, GHDL, or similar)
Experience with embedded software development (C, C++, or similar)
Comfortable debugging firmware, software, and hardware issues
Proficient with the Linux command line environment
Experience with Git or similar version control, and CI/CD automations

Preferred

Experience with formal FPGA design verification is a plus
Experience with Linux kernel driver development is a plus

Benefits

Bonus program and equity in a fast-growing startup
Competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families
Health Savings Account with annual employer contributions
Employer-paid Life and Disability Insurance
Uncapped paid time off policy
Flexible work & remote work policy
Tax-deferred public transit benefits with Metro SmartBenefits (DC/MD/VA)

Company

Shift5

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Shift5 is a cybersecurity company that provides hardware and software solutions to defend operational technology (OT) platforms.
dateFounded in 2019
location
Arlington, Virginia, USA
people-size51-200 employees
web-link
https://shift5.io/

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$180.5M
Key Investors
HedosophiaMoore Strategic VenturesInsight Partners
2025-09-03Series C· $75M
2023-06-07Series B· $33M
2022-02-08Series B· $50M

Leadership Team

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Josh Lospinoso
CEO
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