Principle FPGA Development Engineer

Company: CommScope
Location: Wylie
Posted on: May 15, 2020

Job Description:

Everyone communicates. It's the essence of the human experience. How we communicate is evolving. Technology is reshaping the way we live, learn and thrive. The epicenter of this transformation is the networkour passion. Our experts are rethinking the purpose, role and usage of networks to help our customers increase bandwidth, expand capacity, enhance efficiency, speed deployment and simplify migration. From remote cell sites to massive sports arenas, from busy airports to state-of-the-art data centers- we provide the essential expertise and vital infrastructure your business needs to succeed. The world's most advanced networks rely on CommScope connectivity.Due to growth and customer demand, we are recruiting for aPrincipal FPGA DevelopmentEngineerto join our team in Richardson, Texas. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITES:

• Define and develop digital functions for mMIMO 5G wireless radio units using a solid background in telecommunication/DSP areas.
• Implements FPGA designs for wireless communication systems design, mainly 4G/5G systems, using RTL (VHDL/Verilog) or high-level tools (DSP Builder, System Generator).
• Develop signal processing blocks/algorithms for mMIMO system (such as BeamForming, DDC/DUC/NCO/FFT/IFFT/Filters etc ) in Matlab/Simulink, and implement them in FPGA.
• Perform accurate simulation and verification of complex RTL block and designs.
• Support system/hardware designers for FPGA selection, pinout definition, schematic entry and review.
• Support software engineers for system-on-chip definition, platform design and design of the proper interfaces between programmable logic and processor subsystems.
• Define test plans for RTL verification and validate designs on prototype hardware.
• Implement complex packet processing block and algorithms, e.g. eCPRI or ORAN C/U plane protocols.
• Develop design specifications based on project requirements.
• Support development of real-time embedded processor core systems.
• Analyze and estimate cost, power consumption, and resource requirements to determine the optimum FPGA SoC architecture and device.
• Define working parameters and output and input processes for system and develop FPGA subsystems modules.
• Implement FPGA based system test and self-test strategies for top level and module level test environments.
• Develop or adapt test libraries, emulation models, and test cases from existing IP.
• Verify system designs are in compliance with performance and functional requirements.
• Ensure to complete design and development tasks within allotted timelines.
• Work in a team of hardware and software engineers to deploy working systems.QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science required with twelve (12) plus years of direct experience OR Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science with ten (10) plus years of direct experience.
  • Strong FPGA logic and DSP element design background with ability to do RTL design and verification using Verilog and VHDL.
  • Strong coding, debugging, algorithm design and problem-solving skills.
  • Experience working in Xilinx and Intel FPGA development environments, Vivado and Quartus, and knowledge of Xilinx and Intel FPGA device families.
  • Experience in optimization of high-speed design to achieve timing closure.
  • Proficient in VHDL simulation using ModelSim.
  • Familiar with multigigabit packet communication protocols (Ethernet) and corresponding hardware cores in FPGA.
  • Previous work with LTE, WiMax, WiFi baseband or digital signal processing and digital upconverter/downconverter blocks is a strong advantage.
  • Experience in simulation of DSP functions and algorithms using MatLab and Simulink is a strong advantage.
  • Knowledgeable in use of digital verification instruments such as logic analyzer.
  • Excellent written and oral skills.
  • Practical knowledge of best coding/design practices and patterns, optimizations and scaling.
  • Proficient in using System Verilog for formal design verification.It is the policy of CommScope to provide Equal Employment Opportunities to all individuals based on merit, qualifications and abilities. CommScope does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy), national origin, age or any other characteristics as protected by law. Furthermore, this contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified protected veterans and qualified individuals on the basis of disability, and require affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities.;;

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