Senior FPGA Engineer

Tangram Flex

Senior FPGA Engineer at Tangram Flex designing and optimizing digital circuits while bridging hardware architecture with low-level software. Responsibilities include DSP implementation and hardware-software integration in Dayton, Ohio.

Posted 6/14/2026full-timeDayton • Ohio • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

LinuxPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, develop, and optimize high-performance digital logic circuits
Implement complex digital signal processing (DSP) algorithms
Manage high-speed data protocols
Ensure seamless integration with host software systems
Translate complex software requirements into optimized Register Transfer Level (RTL) architecture
Design, implement, and test custom intellectual property (IP) blocks using VHDL, Verilog, or SystemVerilog
Develop low-level C/C++ drivers, Linux kernel modules, and APIs
Write comprehensive testbenches and utilize hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing
Analyze and optimize logic placement, routing, and clock domains

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or a related field
Ability to obtain or possess a current/or recent U.S. Government Security (DoD) Clearance
U.S. citizenship is required to obtain clearance
Proficiency in VHDL, Verilog, or System Verilog
Strong programming skills in C, C++, and scripting languages like Python or Tcl
Mastery of vendor tools such as AMD/Xilinx Vivado, Intel Quartus, or Microchip Libero
Experience with High-Level Synthesis (HLS), Digital Signal Processing (DSP), and SoC architectures
Deep understanding of high-speed interfaces like PCIe, Ethernet (10G/100G), DDR4/DDR5, and AXI streaming
5+ years of hands-on experience in FPGA design and embedded software development
Industry-specific experience in areas like RF/SDR, defense, automotive (ADAS), high-frequency trading, or data centers

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work options
Flexible Working Hours
10 paid holidays
Generous Paid Time Off
Employer Paid Medical, Dental, Vision and Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
Access to group rating plans for Life Insurance
Employer contribution to Health Savings Account
Competitive 401K employer match
A work environment and culture that fosters transparency, collaboration and well-being

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Hard Skills & Tools

digital logic circuitsdigital signal processing (DSP)Register Transfer Level (RTL) architectureVHDLVerilogSystemVerilogCC++Linux kernel modulesHigh-Level Synthesis (HLS)

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer ScienceBachelor’s degree in Electrical EngineeringU.S. Government Security (DoD) Clearance