Senior Cyber FPGA Design Engineer

Senior Cyber FPGA Design Engineer

Join our elite team as a Senior Cyber FPGA Design Engineer in Dedham, MA, where you will be instrumental in designing secure FPGA-based systems. This position requires a blend of technical expertise, a passion for cybersecurity, and a deep commitment to securing national security assets. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product development from concept through production, focusing on system architecture, design verification, and ensuring the delivery of cost-effective and robust security solutions. A Department of Defense Secret security clearance is mandatory for this role.

Salary: $185,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Define and implement verification methodologies for complex FPGA designs using UVM and SystemVerilog.
• Analyze technical requirements to develop comprehensive test plans that ensure all functionalities meet security and performance standards.
• Develop and maintain scalable simulation environments from scratch to effectively test FPGA designs.
• Work collaboratively within a team to manage project timelines, report progress and resolve design challenges.
• Utilize advanced verification tools such as Xilinx FPGA and Questa to ensure thorough testing and validation processes.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance system security and reliability over time.

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum of 8 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree with at least 6 years of experience.
• Experience with scripting languages such as bash/csh, Perl, TCL, or Python.
• Proficiency with hardware description languages like VHDL or similar.
• Ability to function effectively in a dynamic environment with changing needs and requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proven experience in defining verification methodology for complex FPGAs.
• Strong familiarity with SystemVerilog/UVM and setting up simulation environments from ground up.
• Experience with FPGA/ASIC design is highly advantageous.
• Familiarity with Xilinx FPGA & Questa Advanced Functional Verification tools.
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team and drive team success.

Skills:

• Expertise in FPGA design and verification.
• Strong analytical skills to analyze requirements and create effective test plans.
• In-depth knowledge of VHDL or similar hardware description languages.
• Competency in using verification tools and methodologies (OVM/UVM).
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Benefits:

• Competitive benefits package including 401k matching, flexible time off, and paid parental leave.
• Health & wellness programs, healthcare benefits, and employee resource groups.
• Flexible schedules with the option for every other Friday off (9/80 schedule).
• Opportunities for continuous learning and career development alongside award-winning teams.
• A dynamic work environment focused on innovation and real-world solutions for national security challenges.