JMA Wireless · 2 hours ago
Intermediate Engineer - FPGA - Design and Verification
Plano, Texas
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$90K/yr - $100K/yr
2+ years expJMA Wireless is restoring U.S. leadership in wireless technology, focusing on advanced software-based 5G platforms. The Intermediate FPGA Engineer will design, implement, and optimize FPGA-based solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams and leading FPGA design efforts from conception to delivery.
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Responsibilities
Design FPGA-based systems to meet project requirements
Implement and optimize FPGA designs for performance, power, and area efficiency
Collaborate with hardware and software teams to integrate FPGA solutions into larger systems
Develop and execute comprehensive test plans to ensure the reliability and functionality of FPGA designs
Debug and troubleshoot FPGA designs, identifying and resolving issues in a timely manner
Generate clear and comprehensive documentation for FPGA designs, including specifications, test plans, and user guides
Maintain version-controlled design documentation throughout the development lifecycle
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of FPGA solutions
Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies in FPGA design
Explore and recommend new tools, methodologies, and techniques to enhance FPGA development processes
Contribute to project planning for FPGA development activities
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience in FPGA design development and lab bring-up validation
Proven track record of successfully delivering complex FPGA projects from concept to production
Strong understanding of high-speed digital design principles
Expertise of RTL optimized design technique in digital and DSP domain with Verilog/SystemVerilog and/or VHDL
Expertise in module and top level testbench development using Cocotb-Python verification framework
Proficient in using FPGA design-verification tools from vendors such as Xilinx/AMD or Altera/Intel, simulator Questasim
Knowledge of FPGA's synthesis, place-n-route process, and optimization for timing closure techniques
Familiar with FPGA interfaces – 10/25/100GbEth, ADC/DAC, uART, SPI, I2C, DDR4, JESD204B, PCIe
Lab troubleshooting skills - mastering the lab set up, equipment and leveraging FPGA's chipscope (or signaltap) debug tool
Knowledge of at least one between bash and Python scripting language
Proficiency with C programming language
Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with keen attention to detail
Ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced work environment
Preferred
Experience in the FPGA based 5G Wireless systems and/or ORAN Fronthaul technology will represent a plus
Experience with end-to-end lab test equipment to validate ORAN radio-unit
Proficiency with Linux systems, both as development environments and as FGPA embedded OS. This is a very strong plus
Other languages considered a plus are tcl, Makefile
Familiarity with bitbucket, Jira-based workflow is a plus
Familiarity with Jenkins framework and groovy language is a plus
Knowledge of FPGA security embedded systems, including ORAN Fronthaul's vulnerability security WG11, secure boot, and MACsec
Some familiarity with wireless communication protocols (e.g., LTE, 5G) and their FPGA implementation
Some knowledge of RF systems and signal processing challenges in wireless communication
Benefits
Employee discounts
Financial, legal and/or childcare resources and support
Comprehensive health and wellness coverage
Monetary rewards towards health goals
Numerous company-provided personal protection benefits at no additional cost to you
Company
JMA Wireless
JMA Wireless is the leading global innovator in mobile wireless connectivity solutions that assure infrastructure reliability.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$44MKey Investors
U.S. Department of Commerce
2024-12-13Grant· $44M
Leadership Team
John Mezzalingua
CEO
Linda Chapman
Head of Human Resources
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