FPGA Development Engineer, Bespoke Solutions
Description For FPGA Development Engineer, Bespoke Solutions
AWS is seeking an FPGA Development Engineer to join their expanding Amazon Web Services (AWS) connectivity team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology, developing high-speed digital logic on advanced FPGAs. As part of AWS's Utility Computing organization, you'll contribute to foundational services like Amazon S3 and EC2, while working in a cross-functional team of hardware and software developers.
The position combines technical expertise with strategic thinking, requiring skills in RTL development, embedded software, and system architecture. You'll be based in either Arlington, VA, or Denver, CO, working on AWS-owned hardware solutions that scale globally and maximize customer value. The role requires a US citizenship and TS/SCI security clearance, reflecting its strategic importance.
AWS offers a compelling work environment with a strong focus on inclusion and diversity, demonstrated through employee-led affinity groups and events like CORE and AmazeCon conferences. The company values work-life harmony and provides comprehensive benefits, including medical coverage, financial benefits, and equity opportunities.
Career growth is emphasized through extensive knowledge-sharing and mentorship programs. The compensation package is competitive, ranging from $129,800 to $212,800 based on location and experience, plus additional benefits and equity. This role represents an opportunity to work at the forefront of cloud computing technology while contributing to AWS's mission of continuous innovation and customer service excellence.
The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of professional software development experience, strong FPGA programming skills, and a bachelor's degree. Experience with high-speed networking systems and advanced FPGA platforms like Xilinx Ultrascale+ or Intel Agilex SOCs is highly valued. Join AWS to help shape the future of cloud infrastructure and be part of a team that's driving technological advancement in cloud computing.
Responsibilities For FPGA Development Engineer, Bespoke Solutions
- Develop custom RTL and integrate with third party libraries to build end to end 100G+ solutions
- Collaborate with design and system engineers to perform tradeoffs and architect new solutions
- Own the interface between software and hardware by developing drivers and providing software examples
- Participate in design meetings to plan development and review peer designs
- Help identify new opportunities and new technologies to improve customer experience
- Debug RTL in simulation, synthesize and implement ensuring it meets timing and performance requirements
- Deploy RTL onto hardware targets and debug issues in RTL, hardware, or software
- Provide subject matter expertise in architectural discussions and strategic planning meetings
Requirements For FPGA Development Engineer, Bespoke Solutions
- Bachelor's degree
- 3+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
- 2+ years of non-internship design or architecture experience
- Experience programming with at least one software programming language
- 3+ years developing programmable logic in VHDL or Verilog for FPGA SOCs
- Must be a US Citizen
- Must obtain and maintain an active TS/SCI security clearance
Benefits For FPGA Development Engineer, Bespoke Solutions
- Medical benefits
- Financial benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Mentorship and career growth opportunities
- Work-life harmony
- Equity
