Nokia

FPGA Implementation Specialist - 5G Radio Unit Digital Front End & High-PHY Solutions

Nokia • $100K — $130K *
Plano, TX 75025In-Person
Telecommunications & Hardware
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics, Telecommunications, or Computer Engineering.
  • 3-5 years of experience in FPGA development and integration, especially in telecommunications.
  • Strong proficiency in RTL development with VHDL, Verilog, or SystemVerilog.
  • Familiarity with AMD/Xilinx Vivado and Vitis development tools.
  • Solid understanding of digital signal processing and FPGA methodologies.
  • Hands-on experience with synthesis, place-and-route, and timing closure.
  • Proficient in high-speed digital interfaces and relevant communication protocols.

Responsibilities

  • Implement and optimize FPGA solutions specifically for 5G Radio Unit platforms.
  • Integrate and validate FPGA IP blocks for digital signal processing functions.
  • Develop High-PHY processing functionalities including FFT/IFFT and MIMO processing.
  • Create and maintain RTL code following industry best practices.
  • Optimize designs for AMD Versal adaptive SoCs, including various subsystems.
  • Facilitate hardware/software co-design involving AI Engine kernels.
  • Conduct FPGA synthesis, timing analysis, and power analysis for performance.

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge 5G technology and infrastructure solutions.
  • Possibility for professional growth in a rapidly evolving field.
  • Engagement in hardware-software co-design activities.
  • Access to advanced laboratory equipment for hands-on testing.
Full Job Description
Job Description

The FPGA Implementation Specialist will drive the implementation, integration, and optimization of FPGA-based solutions for 5G Radio Units, focusing on Digital Front End processing and High-PHY functionality. This role is integral to delivering robust, low-latency, power-efficient wireless infrastructure solutions, working closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Responsibilities

  • Implement and optimize FPGA-based solutions for 5G Radio Unit platforms, emphasizing Digital Front End (DFE) and High-PHY processing functions.
  • Integrate and validate FPGA IP blocks for signal processing, including digital up/down conversion, filtering, CFR, DPD, beamforming, and timing synchronization.
  • Implement High-PHY processing functions like FFT/IFFT, resource mapping, modulation, coding interfaces, and MIMO processing.
  • Develop and maintain RTL code using VHDL, Verilog, or SystemVerilog, adhering to coding standards and implementation methodologies.
  • Optimize solutions for AMD Versal adaptive SoCs, including Programmable Logic, Processing System, Network-on-Chip, and AI Engine subsystems.
  • Implement and optimize AI Engine-based signal processing functions for DFE and High-PHY applications, ensuring efficient resource utilization.
  • Support hardware/software co-design activities involving AI Engine kernels, FPGA fabric, and high-speed communication interfaces.
  • Perform FPGA synthesis, place-and-route, timing closure, and power analysis, ensuring optimal resource utilization and performance.
  • Integrate FPGA designs with embedded processors, RF transceivers, and system-level software components for seamless operation.
  • Develop and execute verification activities, including simulation, testbench development, and hardware validation, to ensure functionality.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics, Telecommunications, or Computer Engineering.
  • 3-5 years of experience in FPGA development, implementation, and integration in telecommunications or wireless infrastructure.
  • Strong knowledge of FPGA implementation methodologies and RTL development using VHDL, Verilog, or SystemVerilog.
  • Experience with AMD/Xilinx Vivado and Vitis development environments for FPGA solutions.
  • Understanding of digital signal processing concepts and FPGA implementation techniques.
  • Experience with FPGA synthesis, place-and-route, timing closure, and hardware debugging.
  • Familiarity with high-speed digital interfaces and communication protocols.
  • Knowledge of FPGA verification methodologies, simulation tools, and debugging techniques.
  • Experience with laboratory equipment for hardware testing and validation.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical communication skills.

About Nokia

Nokia is a Finnish multinational telecommunications, information technology, and consumer electronics company. The company was founded in 1865 and has since grown to become one of the largest telecommunications equipment manufacturers in the world. Nokia's products include mobile phones, smartphones, and network equipment, among others. The company is committed to innovation and has a strong focus on research and development. Nokia is also committed to sustainability and has set ambitious targets for reducing its environmental impact. The company operates in over 100 countries and has a strong presence in Europe, Asia, and North America.
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Size
87,927 employees
Market Cap
$25.8 billion
Industry
Telecommunications & Hardware
Net Income
-$2.5 billion
Founded
1865
5 Year Trend
-1.2%
Revenue
$21.8 billion
NASDAQ
NOK
* Ladders Estimates

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