Firmware Engineer (VHDL / FPGA Focus) | Firmwareentwickler (m/w/d) – Schwerpunkt VHDL / FPGA
citema systems GmbH
Job Summary
This role is for a dedicated Firmware Engineer specializing in VHDL and FPGA development, contributing to digital transformation projects focused on Cyber Security, AI, and security-relevant systems. The primary responsibilities include the full development lifecycle of FPGA firmware: implementation, optimization using VHDL, and extensive utilization of the Xilinx toolchain (Vivado, ISE). Day-to-day tasks involve conducting detailed simulations and verifications (using tools like ModelSim or QuestaSim), creating automated test environments, debugging complex designs on hardware, and integrating the firmware into larger embedded systems. Candidates are expected to support the development of hardware architecture and system design. This position requires a degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science and deep practical experience with FPGA development and verification methods. The company offers an unlimited contract, a flexible hybrid work model, and the opportunity to work within a highly collaborative team environment, shaping the future of innovative technologies.
Required Skills
Education
Completed degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or comparable qualification
Experience
- Professional experience in FPGA development using VHDL
- Deep experience with the Xilinx Toolchain (Vivado, ISE, IP-Cores, Timing Analysis)
- Strong experience in simulation (ModelSim, QuestaSim or comparable tools)
- Experience with verification methods (functional verification, code coverage, assertions)
- Experience using Version Control Systems (e.g., Git)
- Experience developing safety-critical systems
Languages
Additional
- Not specified
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