Amazon's Low Earth Orbit (
LEO) initiative is building next-generation satellite communication systems to deliver high-speed broadband connectivity globally. Our silicon group develops cutting-edge
FPGA prototypes and
ASIC designs for advanced satellite communication systems.
Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Senior
FPGA Engineer to join our
LEO silicon team. This role will contribute to the design, development, and verification of
FPGA-based prototypes for our satellite communication systems, including transmit (Tx) and receive (Rx) signal processing chains.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead
FPGA design and implementation for complex digital signal processing systems in satellite communication applications
- Drive
FPGA projects through the complete product development lifecycle from architecture to production
- Design, implement, and optimize
DSP algorithms on
FPGA platforms
- Perform hands-on lab work including hardware bring-up, debugging, and validation
- Collaborate with
ASIC design teams to support RTL development and verification
- Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership on
FPGA best practices
- Work with
cross-functional teams including system architects, software engineers, and hardware engineers
Export Control Requirement:
Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or equivalent
- 7+ years of
FPGA development experience
- Proven track record of completing full
FPGA product cycles from concept through production
- Strong Digital Signal Processing (
DSP) background with experience implementing
DSP algorithms in hardware
- Excellent lab and debugging skills with experience in hardware bring-up and troubleshooting
- Proficiency with
FPGA design tools (Xilinx Vivado, Intel Quartus, or similar)
- Strong knowledge of HDL languages (Verilog, VHDL, SystemVerilog)
- Experience with high-speed interfaces (PCIe, Ethernet, SERDES, etc.)
- Experience with communication systems or RF signal processing
- Knowledge of satellite communication protocols and standards
- Experience with
FPGA prototyping for
ASIC development
- Familiarity with scripting languages (
Python, TCL,
Perl)
- Experience with version control systems and
CI/CD workflows
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
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The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, WA, Redmond - 159,200.00 - 215,300.00 USD annually