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If you’re a ‘World Class’ FPGA Engineer looking to work in Chicago for one of the World’s leading Multi-Strategy Hedge Funds, then NJF Search want to hear from you.  We have multiple FPGA Engineering opportunities on behalf of our client, a Global leader in High Frequency Trading, who use next-generation technology and alpha-driven strategies to transform the global economy. They are looking for candidates that have a strong understanding of software and hardware interaction.  This person will participate in the full development lifecycle, including system and block level testing of low latency, high throughput FPGA design.

Responsibilities: 

• Architect and implement new FPGA applications (synthesis, place & route, static timing analysis, documentation)
• Research and evaluate a variety of cutting-edge FPGA hardware and technologies
• Maintain & enhance the existing hardware code base
• Liaise directly with software and other design teams
• Conduct lab debugging and characterization of new hardware

Candidate Requirements: 

• Solid Hardware Engineering experience, especially within FPGA
• Strong skills in RTL logic design (Verilog) and verification; 2+ years of experience writing Verilog
• Experience in FPGA design flow including synthesis, place & route , static timing analysis is required
• Experience with the design of system-on-chip (SOC) architectures, memory & processor subsystems, networking, and peripheral interconnect is required
• Knowledge of the TCP/IP stack
• Strong working knowledge of either XILINX or ALTERA FPGA design flow
• Experience with functional verification utilizing high-level methodologies (e.g. System Verilog) is a plus.
• Excellent research and data gathering skills

Education: 

• Bachelor’s degree or higher, Computer/Electrical Engineering with 3+ years of experience within the field; (Master’s degree or higher also counts for experience)

Summary:

This is an incredible opportunity to be part of a World Class team within a World Class organisation and if you feel that you’re an excellent fit for the position, then please submit your application and we will contact you in confidence to discuss the opportunity and your credentials in more detail. 

If you would like to be considered for the position of FPGA Engineer or wish to discuss further then please leave your details below. Your resume will be held in confidence until you connect with a member of our team.