FPGA Implementation Specialist – 5G Radio Unit Digital Front End & High-PHY Solutions

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FPGA Implementation Specialist – 5G Radio Unit Digital Front End & High-PHY Solutions

United States(Onsite)

The FPGA Implementation Specialist will drive the implementation, integration, and optimization of FPGA-based solutions for 5G Radio Units, focusing on Digital Front End processing and High-PHY functionality. This role is integral to delivering robust, low-latency, power-efficient wireless infrastructure solutions, working closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Your responsibilities

• Implement and optimize FPGA-based solutions for 5G Radio Unit platforms, emphasizing Digital Front End (DFE) and High-PHY processing functions.
• Integrate and validate FPGA IP blocks for signal processing, including digital up/down conversion, filtering, CFR, DPD, beamforming, and timing synchronization.
• Implement High-PHY processing functions like FFT/IFFT, resource mapping, modulation, coding interfaces, and MIMO processing.
• Develop and maintain RTL code using VHDL, Verilog, or SystemVerilog, adhering to coding standards and implementation methodologies.
• Optimize solutions for AMD Versal adaptive SoCs, including Programmable Logic, Processing System, Network-on-Chip, and AI Engine subsystems.
• Implement and optimize AI Engine-based signal processing functions for DFE and High-PHY applications, ensuring efficient resource utilization.
• Support hardware/software co-design activities involving AI Engine kernels, FPGA fabric, and high-speed communication interfaces.
• Perform FPGA synthesis, place-and-route, timing closure, and power analysis, ensuring optimal resource utilization and performance.
• Integrate FPGA designs with embedded processors, RF transceivers, and system-level software components for seamless operation.
• Develop and execute verification activities, including simulation, testbench development, and hardware validation, to ensure functionality.

Your skills and experience

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics, Telecommunications, or Computer Engineering.
• 3-5 years of experience in FPGA development, implementation, and integration in telecommunications or wireless infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of FPGA implementation methodologies and RTL development using VHDL, Verilog, or SystemVerilog.
• Experience with AMD/Xilinx Vivado and Vitis development environments for FPGA solutions.
• Understanding of digital signal processing concepts and FPGA implementation techniques.
• Experience with FPGA synthesis, place-and-route, timing closure, and hardware debugging.
• Familiarity with high-speed digital interfaces and communication protocols.
• Knowledge of FPGA verification methodologies, simulation tools, and debugging techniques.
• Experience with laboratory equipment for hardware testing and validation.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical communication skills.

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Job Info

• Job CategoryApplied R&D
• Posting Date06/25/2026
• Degree LevelBachelor’s degree
• Job ScheduleFull time
• Job TypeExperienced
• Job Identification37787
• Will NSA/CAPS approval be required? (E.g., accessing a US Customer Network?)Yes,Ensure NSA Vetting+ Drug Test (US) is completed during onboarding
• Role TypeIndividual contributor
• Laptop - support with ordering neededYes
• Salary Range$105,000.00 - $195,000.00

Plus, potential incentive/variable compensation for eligible roles.

• Experience levelExperienced
• Locations6600 Chase Oaks Blvd, Plano, Texas, 75023-2310, US(Onsite)
• Regular or TemporaryRegular

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