FPGA Firmware Engineer / FPGA Design Engineer

Qualcomm

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Work type
On-site
Location
San Diego, CA
Salary
$115,600–$173,400 / yr
Posted
123 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live 2 days ago
Closes
Nov 7, 2026
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99+ roles within 25 mi

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Below market

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This role $144k
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TL;DR · FPGA Firmware Engineer / FPGA Design Engineer

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The FPGA Firmware Engineer / FPGA Design Engineer joins the Global CAD team to develop FPGA firmware and embedded software for wireless products. This role involves designing and implementing critical firmware for custom emulation hardware while contributing to the continuous development of tools, technology, and flows using industry-standard systems. The successful candidate will utilize System Verilog, RTL/HDL, and experience with Xilinx Ultrascale, Ultrascale+, MPSoC, and Intel Stratix platforms. Technical requirements include proficiency in C++, Python, and Linux or Embedded Linux environments. Candidates should possess knowledge of ARM based designs, device drivers, and protocols such as AXI, PCIe, I2C, LVDS, and Ethernet. The role focuses on solving infrastructure needs within the CAD domain to support advanced wireless product design through robust firmware development and hardware integration.

Skills

FPGA System Verilog RTL HDL Xilinx Intel C++ Python Embedded Linux ARM AXI PCIe I2C LVDS Ethernet Git JIRA Agile VLSI EDA

What you'll do

  • Develop FPGA firmware and embedded software for custom emulation hardware.
  • Design and implement solutions for infrastructure needs using industry-standard tools.
  • Contribute to the continuous development of internal tools, technologies, and workflows.
  • Utilize System Verilog, RTL/HDL, and various FPGA platforms like Xilinx Ultrascale and Intel Stratix.
  • Implement communication protocols including AXI, PCIe, I2C, LVDS, and Ethernet.
  • Develop customer-facing applications using C++ and Python.
  • Manage software design principles and patterns within an Agile project management framework.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Master's degree in Electronics Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Applied Mathematics.
  • PhD in Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • 2+ years of experience in ASIC design, verification, validation, integration, or related work with a Bachelor's degree.
  • 1+ year of experience in ASIC design, verification, validation, integration, or related work with a Master's degree.
  • Experience in FPGA design, FPGA firmware, and related fields.
  • Hands-on experience with System Verilog, RTL/HDL, and various FPGA platforms and tools.
  • Proficiency in C++, Python, Linux/Embedded Linux, and standard protocols like AXI, PCIe, I2C, LVDS, and Ethernet.

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