Principal Engineer – Digital Signal Processing, FPGA Designer

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. Develop and implement digital signal processing algorithms .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeTewksbury • Massachusetts • United StatesLead💰 $107,500 - $204,500 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and implementing digital signal processing algorithms and FPGA-based designs, with a strong focus on VHDL coding and verification techniques. Proven ability to lead teams, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate effectively across disciplines throughout the product lifecycle.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Digital Signal Processing (DSP)FPGA Design and ImplementationVHDL Coding and SimulationHigh Level Synthesis (HLS)U.S. Government Security Clearance

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Hard Skills

Digital Signal Processing AlgorithmsFPGA-Based DesignsVHDLMatlab Filter DesignHigh Speed InterfacesTiming ClosureDSP Functions ImplementationConfiguration ManagementLinux ProficiencyChipscope / Signal Tap

Soft Skills

Team LeadershipMentoringCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Xilinx VivadoIntel QuartusSynplifyClearcaseGit

Certifications & Qualifications

U.S. Government Security ClearanceDoD Clearance: Secret

Industry Keywords

Signal ProcessingDigital CommunicationsControl TheoriesRADAR SystemsConfiguration Management Principles

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Linux

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and implement digital signal processing algorithms
Implement FPGA-based designs for interface communications, controls, and/or data processing applications
Work with a team to determine technical approaches and solutions for FPGA-based designs
Lead small teams and mentor junior engineers as needed
Design and deliver production-quality FPGA releases from proof of concept through production
Collaborate with systems, hardware, software engineers, and program management
Architect FPGA-based systems to determine parts, interfaces, and Concept of Operations (CONOPS)
Translate system-level requirements into FPGA requirements
Design and code in VHDL
Verify designs using self-checking techniques, directed and constrained-random tests, and functional and code coverage
Create requirements, verification plans, and user guides
Support internal and external technical reviews
Provide development support throughout the product lifecycle from initial concept through acceptance delivery and maintenance

Requirements

What you’ll need

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience
U.S. citizenship is required
Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date
Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date
DoD Clearance: Secret
Experience implementing DSP functions (ie. FFTs, FIR filters, etc) in FPGAs using VHDL/Verilog and VHDL simulation tools
Experience designing filters in Matlab
Experience with high speed interfaces such as 100 GbE, PCIE, DDR
Experience with Timing Closure and utilizing Chipscope / Signal Tap
Experience with RADAR system hardware
Experience developing DSP algorithms and FPGA designs using High Level Synthesis (HLS)
Working knowledge/course work of signal & image processing, digital communications and/or control theories
Experience using synthesis tools including Synplify and back-end tools including Xilinx Vivado, Intel Quartus and others
Experience and knowledge developing and selling off requirements for FPGAs
Working knowledge of Configuration Management principles, environments and tools
Working knowledge in common computer hardware interface and data protocols such as RS-422, USB, PCIe, etc.
Working knowledge and experience with configuration management tools such as Synergy, Clearcase, or git
Proficiency in Linux
Willingness to support occasional domestic travel and potential international travel

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts
Flexible work schedules
Employee assistance program
Employee Scholar Program
Parental leave
Paid time off
Holidays
Relocation eligibility
Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be available