FPGA Engineer Jobs

Explore FPGA Engineer jobs on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. FPGA engineers design, develop, and test systems built around field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs), helping power products and technologies in industries such as aerospace, telecommunications, semiconductor design, automotive, and financial services.

What FPGA Engineers Do

FPGA engineers translate technical requirements into digital logic designs that can be implemented on programmable hardware. Their work may include architecture planning, RTL coding, simulation, synthesis, timing analysis, hardware debugging, and verification. Depending on the role, they may collaborate with hardware, software, systems, and product teams from early design through production.

Common FPGA Engineer Skills

Employers often seek experience with Verilog or VHDL, digital logic, FPGA development tools, simulation and verification, timing constraints, and hardware interfaces. Familiarity with SystemVerilog, embedded systems, high-speed data processing, signal processing, or specific FPGA platforms may also be valuable. Requirements vary by employer, industry, and level of seniority.

FPGA Engineer Career Opportunities

FPGA Engineer job titles can include FPGA Design Engineer, FPGA Verification Engineer, Digital Design Engineer, Hardware Engineer, and Senior FPGA Engineer. Opportunities may focus on prototyping, product development, communications, compute acceleration, or safety-critical systems. Browse current listings to compare responsibilities, technologies, and compensation details.

Find FPGA Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Ladders specializes in vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more. Search FPGA Engineer opportunities to find positions aligned with your technical expertise, career goals, and preferred industry.

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$138K - $165K *

Elevate surgical robotics innovation by designing and integrating high-quality FPGA solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust performance from concept to production, driving...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $195K *

Engage in the design and development of advanced FPGAs and ASICs for innovative satellite communication systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance connectivity solutions globally an...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $200K *

Unlock potential by designing innovative ASICs and FPGAs for advanced satellite systems. Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to enhance connectivity solutions, driving the future of global broad...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$117K - $235K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in FPGA design for advanced communications and electronic warfare systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary experts to tackle national security challenges and d...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $195K *

Drive innovation by designing and testing FPGAs for critical satellite systems. Collaborate with engineers to create reliable digital designs that support national security missions and enhance in-spa...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $264K *

Contribute to the design and optimization of FPGA systems for advanced projects, leveraging extensive experience in VHDL and system integration to deliver high-quality solutions and support critical m...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$84K - $147K *

Join a dynamic team as you provide vital technical support and consulting, building relationships and managing opportunities to enhance sales and drive customer satisfaction in field applications engi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$114K - $171K *

Drive innovation as a Principal FPGA Design Engineer, collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and verify cutting-edge avionics solutions, ensuring safety and efficiency in embe...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

The Hardware Design Engineer will be responsible for the design and development of various embedded systems, including both hardware and firmware design. The role requires conducting design reviews, r...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$170K - $200K *

Join a team that's redefining hardware verification by architecting innovative solutions for FPGA prototyping. Leverage your expertise to solve complex design challenges and drive customer success thr...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $175K *

Unlock your potential by driving emulation and FPGA prototyping for cutting-edge semiconductor projects, enhancing AI capabilities, and collaborating with industry leaders to innovate at system scale...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Unlock innovation at the intersection of hardware and trading by designing cutting-edge FPGA solutions. Collaborate with experts to enhance ultra-low latency trading environments and drive impactful p...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

Develop robust FPGA solutions for innovative robotic platforms, collaborating across disciplines to ensure efficient design meets clinical needs for early lung cancer diagnosis. Engage with a dynamic...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$141K - $307K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in embedded systems, designing and developing advanced FPGA solutions for semiconductor applications, ensuring seamless integration between software and hardware...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$194K - $292K *

Accelerate your career by designing cutting-edge FPGA solutions for advanced missile systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to innovate and enhance national defense capabilities through digital desig...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$194K - $292K *

Engineer innovative FPGA designs for advanced missile systems, leveraging digital signal processing and Agile methodologies. Collaborate across teams to enhance national defense capabilities through c...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $276K *

Deliver innovative solutions as a Senior Principal Engineer, focusing on testbench design and verification for high-performance digital ASICs and FPGAs. Collaborate with a skilled team to enhance sign...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $276K *

Optimize the design and verification of high-performance digital ASICs and FPGAs. Collaborate with a skilled team to enhance verification processes, ensuring quality and efficiency in signal processin...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Transform digital design through innovative FPGA and microcontroller solutions. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to enhance system architecture, testing, and customer support, driving project...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$164K - $210K *

Lead FPGA architecture and design initiatives, mentor engineers, and drive projects from concept through testing while ensuring adherence to high ethical standards and compliance in a dynamic Agile en...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $118K *

Unlock potential by joining our engineering team to design and develop FPGA-based solutions for next-gen power management products, collaborating with global teams to deliver reliable power for missio...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Drive FPGA verification excellence by developing robust testbenches and plans. Collaborate across teams to ensure thorough coverage and integration, enhancing the development lifecycle and delivering...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $310K *

Shape the future of technology as you design and implement leading-edge GPUs and SoCs, collaborating with global teams to push the boundaries of computing and deliver innovative solutions for various...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$196K - $368K *

Transform FPGA prototyping by building and optimizing designs for next-gen GPUs and SOCs. Collaborate across teams to enhance performance, troubleshoot issues, and deliver high-quality prototypes in a...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Tackle the complexities of hardware security by developing FPGA/ASIC solutions. Collaborate on innovative designs to safeguard critical systems against threats while enhancing functionality through ri...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an FPGA Engineer do?question toggle

    An FPGA Engineer designs and verifies digital logic implemented on field-programmable gate arrays. Responsibilities may include writing RTL, simulating designs, meeting timing requirements, debugging hardware, and collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams.

  • What skills are commonly required for FPGA Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Common qualifications include experience with Verilog or VHDL, digital logic design, FPGA tools, simulation, verification, and timing analysis. Some roles also value SystemVerilog, embedded systems, signal processing, or high-speed interfaces.

  • What industries hire FPGA Engineers?question toggle

    FPGA Engineers work in industries including aerospace, telecommunications, semiconductors, automotive, defense, and financial services. Specific opportunities depend on the employer and the products or systems being developed.

  • What is the typical salary for an FPGA Engineer?question toggle

    Compensation varies by experience, location, industry, and responsibilities. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; review each listing for its stated salary and requirements.

  • What job titles are related to FPGA Engineer roles?question toggle

    Related titles may include FPGA Design Engineer, FPGA Verification Engineer, Digital Design Engineer, Hardware Engineer, and Senior FPGA Engineer.