FPGA Firmware Developer - Belcan

Job Title: FPGA Firmware Developer
Pay Rate: Up to $52.22 /hr DOE
Location: Canonsburg, PA (Hybrid Eligible)
Zip Code: 15317
Start Date: Right Away
Job Type: Contract
Keywords: #FPGAfirmwaredeveloper #nowhiring

*** Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required within a reasonable period of time.***

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Architect, design, and document FPGA firmware hierarchies, components, interfaces, and data flows
* Develop firmware in accordance with detailed designs descriptions
* Simulate and test firmware components in preparation for integration
* Define FPGA timing, pinout, and placement constraints
* Review synthesis and timing reports, address issues
* Integrate and test firmware on target hardware
* Identify necessary schematic updates and hardware reworks to support design
* Utilize FPGA tools and laboratory equipment for integration and debug
* Document failures, identify root causes, implement fixes, and verify changes
* Maintain configuration management documentation for the FPGA design

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
* Must be a US Citizen
* Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required within a reasonable period of time.
* Requires a Bachelor"s degree in Software Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field.
* Also requires 5+ years of job-related experience OR
* Master's degree plus 3 years of job-related experience.
* Agile experience preferred.
* Experience implementing FPGA firmware including custom VHDL components containing state machines, synchronous/asynchronous logic, processes, and external interfaces
* Understanding of the underlying FPGA fabric the firmware utilizes
* Experience working across cross-clock boundaries
* Familiarity with Xilinx (AMD) and/or Altera (Intel) compiler, programming, and debug tools
* Experience reviewing schematics, parts lists, and re-work documentation
* Methodical problem-solving skills
* Motivation to independently research and resolve issues
* Strong written and oral communication skills
* Familiarity with floor planning and timing optimizations
* Working knowledge of standard network protocols (e.g., IPv4, UDP, TCP/IP)
* Implementing custom digital signal processing filters

If you are interested in this role, please apply via the apply now link provided. Our overriding goal is to provide quality staffing solutions that help people, organizations, and communities succeed. Belcan is a leading provider of qualified personnel to many of the world's most respected enterprises. We offer excellent opportunities for contract, temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct assignments. We are the employer of choice for thousands worldwide. For more information, please visit our website at Belcan.com
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