Senior FPGA Engineer

Responsibilities

• Contribute to bring-up and integration of FPGA-based platforms, including Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoCs.
• Support the design and implementation of FPGA modules for reliable, high-throughput data movement.
• Develop embedded software and firmware that support Array’s radar sensors, communication links, and satellite systems.
• Participate in building and maintaining Linux-based embedded systems using tools such as PetaLinux or Yocto.
• Create automation, diagnostic, and test tools in Python to accelerate development and validation.
• Collaborate across digital, RF, signal processing, and systems teams to evaluate performance, debug issues, and refine embedded architectures.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelors in Electrical or Computer Engineering, or a related field
• 5-8 years of experience in FPGA design and development
• Experience with Xilinx FPGA design tools and workflows
• Experience with embedded C/C++ for firmware development
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills
• High levels of self-motivation and personal accountability
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment under significant time constraints

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• Experience building software for complex embedded systems or custom SoCs
• Familiarity with Linux-based embedded systems development (Petalinux/Yocto)
• Familiarity with Linux kernel drivers and related HW/SW interfaces
• Hands-on experience in FPGA build and deploy processes
• Proficiency in Python scripting for automation and testing
• Experience with satellite systems or aerospace applications
• Ability to read, interpret and modify schematic diagrams

Compensation & Benefits

Our hiring and compensation strategy is simple: We offer competitive salaries and meaningful equity. We want everyone here to have real ownership in what we're building.

• Health & Wellness
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (including a fully employer-paid medical plan)
• Paid parental leave (12 weeks / 6 weeks)

• 19 paid vacation days, 10 sick days, 11 company holidays

• 401(k) with employer match (100% match up to 3%, 50% match up to 5%)
• Commuter expenses (parking & transit)

• Daily lunch stipend; Audible subscription; Claude Pro access; relocation support
• Hybrid work options & flexibility

We reserve the right to modify base pay and other compensation components. More details about our benefits are available to candidates during the hiring process.

Interview Process

We will conduct interviews via Google Meet, with the potential for an onsite visit to our office in Redwood City, CA. The typical interview process takes around 3 to 5 weeks.

Why Join Array

At Array Labs, deep technical expertise meets relentless impact. We prioritize curiosity over hierarchy and bold engineering over incremental gains. Our world-class team across hardware engineering, software, and aerospace works collaboratively to push boundaries.

Join industry-leading experts to build the future of radar and deliver unprecedented insights into the physical world.

Our Values:

1. Build What Matters: Create technology that serves customers and advances humanity
2. Innovate Together: Stay curious, collaborate openly, push boundaries as one team
3. Employee Centric: Put our people first with a culture of trust, respect, and opportunity

ITAR Requirements

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Array Labs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made on the basis of merit, competence, and job qualifications without regard to gender, color, race, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, marital status, or any other legally protected status.

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