FPGA Development Engineer | FPGA Entwicklungsingenieur (all genders),Gleichen,Göttingen

Kappa Optronics

Göttingen, Niedersachsen, Niedersachsen, Deutschland
Published Nov 3, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This role involves developing cutting-edge image signal and data processing solutions for high-security vision systems used across Defense, Aviation, and Automotive sectors. The engineer will be responsible for implementing complex algorithms using VHDL, integrating crucial FPGA IP cores for memory control (DDR) and data transfer (MIPI-CSI2), and performing rigorous simulation and verification using automated testbenches (Modelsim, Riviera). Daily tasks include debugging embedded FPGA IP-Cores (SignalTap, ILA), utilizing standard lab equipment such as oscilloscopes and logic analyzers, and maintaining code quality through documentation and version control. Key qualifications include a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Embedded Systems, initial experience in the full FPGA design workflow, and proficiency in timing analysis for high-speed systems. The position offers challenging, impactful work within a highly motivated, agile team environment with short decision paths and excellent professional development opportunities.

Required Skills

Education

Bachelor or Master in Electrical Engineering, Embedded Systems, or comparable degree

Experience

  • Initial experience as an FPGA Designer covering VHDL, simulation, integration, and verification workflows
  • Initial experience in Timing Analysis and Constraining for High-speed systems
  • Experience in FPGA Toolchains (Vitis Vivado is a plus)
  • Experience in Microcontroller development and integration with FPGA-based systems (is a plus)
  • Experience in Microcontroller Design / Linux Device Tree Design for MPSoC-based systems (is a plus)

Languages

English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Goal-oriented and structured working method; High level of commitment, initiative, and willingness to learn; Customer orientation and strong communication and teamwork skills; Permanent employment contract.