Senior Firmware Engineer

Who We Are

CDSI, Creative Digital Systems Integration Inc., is a dynamic and innovative company specializing in digital multi-beamforming antenna arrays and telemetry control systems. We are committed to delivering high-quality innovative and elegant solutions to complex RF problems. We pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence, cutting-edge technology, and a collaborative team culture.

We are searching for a bright and enthusiastic Senior Firmware Engineer. You must be a team player; we are a company built on collaboration and creativity. We foster an environment of sharing information, and provide the highest level of mutual respect.

What You Will Do

This is a description of the requirements for a Senior Firmware Engineer. Abilities will include a command of firmware principles, organization and structures, and analytical skills to condense a set of functional requirements into firmware requirements.

• Designing, implementing and troubleshooting FPGA solutions from functioning Matlab and/or Simulink models.
• Work in a team of engineers to integrate FPGA boards with Embedded systems.
• Design verification via digital scopes such as SignalTap or Chipscope.
• Accurate code and interface documentation.
• Use of git & github or other forms of revision control.
  
  

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.
• Experience in VHDL and/or Verilog/System Verilog
• Experience writing Higher Order Language code (Python, C/C ) to generate automated test scripts for unit testing
• Experience with Integrated Development and Simulation Environments (ModelSim, QuestaSim, Quartus II, Vivado, and ISE)
• Familiar with FPGA, CPLD capabilities and technical merits.
• Firm grasp of writing FPGA Design Constraints
  
  

Xlinx – UltraScale (RF-SoC a plus)

• Able to generate, understand and interpret resource usage reports and apply them to analyze requirements
• Have an understanding of optimization through floor planning
• Good documentation habits
• Must have experience in the entire design process of an FPGA board bring-up.
• Familiarity with measurement devices such as Spectrum Analyzers, Oscilloscopes, etc
• Minimum Experience in Expertise: 8 Years
  
  

Note: Applicants must be authorized to work in the USA. CDSI conducts background checks and uses E-Verify to confirm authorization. CDSI also provides the Social Security Administration and/or the Department of Defense the employee's I-9 form.

Desired

DSP background

• Experience in high-speed digital systems
• Experience in UVM verification
• Have previously implemented Nios II or ARM processors
• Expert in timing closure
• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.
• Preferred Experience: 10 years
  
  

Compensation And Benefits

As a full-time employee, you will enjoy a competitive salary, a robust benefit package including medical, dental, and vision plans, life and AD&D insurance. We offer a 401k program with matching contributions from the company. In addition, we offer endless opportunities to learn, grow, and develop your strengths through top-tier training programs, certification sponsorship and tuition reimbursement. Most importantly, we offer a fun, energetic environment that truly has a familial atmosphere and a crucial emphasis on maintaining a strong work-life balance through our paid-time-off policies, paid holidays, parental leave, family leave, and bereavement leave.

Job Type: Full-time

Work location: This job will begin on site in Simi Valley, CA. After successful completion of a probationary period there may be a hybrid option.

Competitive pay great benefits

Pay: $145,000.00 - $172,000.00 per year

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
  
  

Application Question

• Did you review all the bold text from the job description? Do you have experience in those areas?
  
  

Experience

• C: 1 year (Preferred)