Senior FPGA Engineer

Company Description
Pixels on Target is a company based in Sunrise, FL, dedicated to delivering cutting-edge thermal optic products. Our team utilizes disruptive technologies to provide unparalleled overmatch capabilities to support those defending our freedom. We offer customized solutions tailored to meet specific mission requirements, whether through developing new systems or enhancing existing designs.
Role Description
This is a full-time, on-site role for a Senior FPGA Design Engineer at Pixels on Target LLC. The Senior FPGA Design Engineer will be responsible for integrating camera sensors and displays, implementing and optimizing image processing and AI/ML algorithms, and developing graphical overlays for advanced thermal optic systems.
Key responsibilities include architecting, designing, and implementing FPGA-based systems using SystemVerilog, developing simulation testbenches, performing thorough verification, and driving timing closure. The engineer will optimize algorithms and hardware architectures for performance, area, latency, and power efficiency. This role requires close collaboration with hardware, software, and AI teams to accelerate the development of intelligent, mission-critical systems.
Educational Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
Master’s degree preferred
Experience
Minimum of 3+ years of experience in HDL implementation targeting FPGA-based systems
Proven experience optimizing algorithms for FPGA implementation, including pipelining, parallelization, and resource optimization
Strong experience driving timing closure in complex FPGA designs
Experience implementing and accelerating AI/ML algorithms on FPGA platforms
Proven experience with HDL (SystemVerilog, Verilog, or VHDL) and Python in a professional setting
Extensive experience with various FPGA architectures, especially Lattice
Proficiency in collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate hardware and software solutions
Hands-on experience with FPGA development, simulation, and verification
Familiarity with version control systems such as Git
Technical Skills
Strong proficiency in HDL languages: SystemVerilog, Verilog, and VHDL
Experience optimizing FPGA architectures for throughput, latency, and power efficiency
Demonstrated expertise in timing analysis and timing closure techniques
Experience with FPGA design tools: Xilinx Vivado, Intel Quartus, Lattice Diamond
Simulation and verification tools: ModelSim, QuestaSim, Vivado Simulator
Scripting languages: Python and Tcl for automation and tool scripting
Experience with FPGA architectures: Lattice (ECP5, MachXO), Xilinx, Intel (Altera)
Experience implementing image processing pipelines and AI/ML acceleration on FPGAs
Experience with high-speed interfaces and protocols: PCIe, DDR3/DDR4, Ethernet
Hardware debugging and validation using logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, and ILA tools
Familiarity with Git-based version control workflows
Basic knowledge of embedded systems and microcontrollers (e.g., ARM Cortex, RISC-V)
Soft Skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to debug, optimize, and close timing on complex FPGA systems
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts clearly
Strong teamwork and collaboration skills, with a proven track record of working effectively in cross-functional engineering teams

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