FPGA Engineer

Join a Cutting-Edge Quantum Computing Team! Team Red Dog is seeking an FPGA Engineer to support our client, a global technology leader, in developing quantum computing control systems and high-speed signal processing using Xilinx RFSoC platforms. This role offers the unique opportunity to work at the intersection of FPGA development and quantum computing, driving real-time qubit control and readout solutions for next-generation quantum hardware. If you have deep experience in FPGA firmware optimization, high-speed RF signal processing, and quantum control systems, this is the perfect role for you!

Top Required Skills (Must Haves):

• FPGA Development & Optimization (8-10 years): Extensive experience developing and optimizing FPGA firmware for quantum control systems, focusing on high-speed DAC/ADC integration for qubit manipulation and measurement using Xilinx RFSoC platforms (e.g., ZCU216, ZCU208).
• Xilinx Vivado, Vitis, and RFSoC Development (8-10 years): Proficiency in FPGA-based control logic development, including JESD204B/C integration for high-speed RF signal processing, debugging, and optimization.
• Python & C/C for Quantum Experiment Control (8-10 years): Strong experience writing automation scripts, interfacing FPGA designs with quantum hardware, and implementing real-time feedback control for quantum computing applications.

Opportunity Overview:

As an FPGA Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in designing and implementing high-speed signal processing pipelines for real-time qubit control. You will work closely with quantum physicists, experimentalists, and multidisciplinary teams to develop cutting-edge quantum computing solutions. This position provides an exciting opportunity to push the boundaries of quantum control systems while working with state-of-the-art hardware and next-generation computing architectures.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Develop & optimize FPGA firmware for quantum computing applications using Xilinx RFSoC platforms (ZCU216, ZCU208, ZCU111).
• Implement real-time qubit control solutions, including pulse shaping, Arbitrary Waveform Generation (AWG), and real-time feedback algorithms for quantum gates and qubit readout.
• Integrate high-speed RF signal processing into quantum computing experiments, ensuring seamless data acquisition and low-latency processing.
• Work with high-speed DACs/ADCs & JESD204B/C interfaces to support advanced signal processing.
• Perform FPGA timing analysis, optimization, and debugging to ensure high-performance operation in quantum hardware.
• Develop software solutions in Python & C/C to interface FPGA designs with quantum hardware and enable automated experiment control.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including quantum physicists, embedded engineers, and hardware developers, to enhance FPGA-based quantum error correction techniques.
• Conduct hardware bring-up, validation, and lab testing, using oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and quantum measurement setups.

Qualifications/Experience:

• 8-10 years of FPGA development experience, with a focus on Xilinx RFSoC platforms (ZCU216, ZCU208, ZCU111).
• Expertise in VHDL/Verilog & HLS (C/C ) for FPGA programming and optimization.
• Proficiency in Xilinx Vivado, Vitis, and RFSoC-specific development tools.
• Hands-on experience with high-speed DACs/ADCs, JESD204B/C, and RF signal generation.
• Strong understanding of quantum computing control protocols, pulse shaping, and qubit measurement techniques.
• Experience with Python, C/C , and embedded Linux for FPGA integration and experiment automation.
• Familiarity with high-speed serial interfaces (PCIe, Ethernet, etc.) for control and data acquisition.
• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or a related field.

Why Work with Team Red Dog?

At Team Red Dog, we connect top talent with game-changing opportunities at world-class organizations. We prioritize people, offering roles that align with your unique skills, strengths, and passions. If you're looking for a position where you can make a real impact, work on groundbreaking technology, and collaborate with the brightest minds in the industry, we encourage you to apply today!

Generous Benefits Package for Qualified Employees Includes:

• Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, and life)
• Employer-matched 401K plan
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Profit sharing

Estimated Start Date: Immediately
Location: Onsite in Reston, VA (Local candidates only)
Job #2135
Rate: $12,300 - $13,000/month – W2 Contract

At Team Red Dog, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive workforce. We provide equal opportunities to all candidates, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristic. If you need accommodations during the recruitment process, contact hr@teamreddog.com, and we will ensure an accessible experience.

Ready to take your career to the next level? Apply today and be part of the future of quantum computing! 

• All applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Team Red Dog is an E-Verify employer.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a reference and background check.
• No solicitations from C2C or recruiting firms.

Salary : $12,300 - $13,000