Amazon · 5 days ago
Embedded Software Engineer - FPGA Systems, Amazon Leo's Wireless Systems
Amazon is seeking an experienced FPGA Embedded Software Engineer to join their team focused on the low Earth orbit satellite network. The role involves developing, implementing, and validating embedded software solutions for FPGA-based systems to provide reliable internet connectivity to underserved locations.
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Responsibilities
Design and develop embedded software for FPGA platforms
Create and maintain firmware for various FPGA applications
Develop and implement hardware/software interfaces
Debug complex system issues using logic analyzers and oscilloscopes
Write and maintain technical documentation
Collaborate with hardware engineers on system architecture
Perform code reviews and implement best practices
Support system integration and validation testing
Qualification
Required
U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum
Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
5+ years in embedded software development
Proficiency in C/C++ programming
Strong experience with FPGA development tools (Xilinx Vivado, Intel Quartus)
Knowledge of hardware description languages (VHDL/Verilog)
Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS)
Familiarity with communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, PCIe)
Strong debugging and problem-solving skills
Design and develop embedded software for FPGA platforms
Create and maintain firmware for various FPGA applications
Develop and implement hardware/software interfaces
Debug complex system issues using logic analyzers and oscilloscopes
Write and maintain technical documentation
Collaborate with hardware engineers on system architecture
Perform code reviews and implement best practices
Support system integration and validation testing
Programming Languages: C, C++, Python, TCL
Hardware Description Languages: VHDL, Verilog
FPGA Tools: Xilinx Vivado, Intel Quartus
Debug Tools: Logic Analyzers, Oscilloscopes
Version Control: Git
Documentation: Doxygen, Technical Writing
Preferred
Master's degree in relevant field
Experience with Linux kernel development
Knowledge of Python or TCL scripting
Experience with version control systems (Git)
Background in signal processing or digital communications
Experience with embedded Linux development
Knowledge of Arm or RISC-V architectures
Benefits
Equity
Sign-on payments
Full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits
Company
Amazon
Amazon is a tech firm with a focus on e-commerce, cloud computing, digital streaming, and artificial intelligence.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$8.11BKey Investors
AmazonKleiner Perkins
2023-01-03Post Ipo Debt· $8B
2001-07-24Post Ipo Equity· $100M
1997-05-15IPO
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