Research Associate for FPGA Design | Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter für den Bereich FPGA Design (m/w/d)
FERCHAU GmbH Niederlassung Magdeburg
Job Summary
This role involves developing cutting-edge FPGA designs for complex test and radio systems using hardware description languages. The Research Associate will be instrumental in advancing technology by developing embedded software for microcontrollers integrated into the FPGAs and actively participating in research and development projects focused on communication solutions. Key responsibilities include conceptualizing and realizing innovative ideas, rigorous verification and error analysis, and creating comprehensive development documentation. The ideal candidate holds a university degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, possesses strong expertise in FPGA design (specifically Xilinx FPGAs) and VHDL, and has experience with digital signal processing for radio signals. Success in this position requires a proactive, goal-oriented approach, a willingness to publish scientific findings, and excellent communication skills for collaboration with industry and research partners, including participation in international conferences and standardization bodies.
Required Skills
Education
University degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a comparable field of study
Experience
- Experience with Xilinx FPGAs
- Experience in measuring signals using logic analyzers and oscilloscopes
- Prior knowledge of communication protocols and processor architectures
- Relevant knowledge of digital signal processing of radio signals (desirable)
Languages
Additional
- Participation in national and international technical committees and standardization organizations
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