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Senior FPGA Design and Verification Engineer

Columbia, MDHybridFull TimeSenior$276,000–$287,040 /yrPosted 2 months ago

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Required skills

  • TS/SCI clearance
  • FPGA developer
  • VHDL
  • Xilinx FPGAs
  • Riviera PRO
  • Simulation testbench design

Nice to have

  • OSVVM
  • self-checking testbench design
  • embedded systems development
  • prototyping
  • production
  • integration

Role summary

ACKtive is seeking a Senior FPGA Design and Verification Engineer for a hybrid role. This position requires an active TS/SCI clearance and a BS in Electrical or Computer Engineering. The role demands 12+ years of experience as an FPGA developer, with strong VHDL skills, familiarity with Xilinx FPGAs, and simulation experience using Riviera PRO and/or Xilinx. Experience in simulation testbench design is also required. Desired qualifications include an M.S. degree, OSVVM experience, or self-checking testbench design, along with knowledge of embedded systems development.

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Profit sharing
  • Vision insurance
ACKtive is searching for a Senior FPGA Design and Verification Engineer for a hybrid role with work from home privileges. This position requires an active clearance.

Education Requirement: BS in Electrical or Computer Engineering
Experience Requirement: 12+ years

Required Qualifications:
• Active TS/SCI clearance
• BS in Electrical or Computer Engineering
• 12+ years of experience as an FPGA developer
• Strong VHDL experience
• Familiarity with Xilinx FPGAs
• Simulation experience with Riviera PRO and/or Xilinx
• Simulation testbench design experience

Additional Desired Qualifications:
• M.S. in Electrical or Computer Engineering
• OSVVM experience or self-checking testbench design experience
• Knowledge of embedded systems development, including prototyping, development, production, and integration

ACKtive Benefits:
• Hourly pay means you are in control of your pay and leave.
• 5% 401K company contribution - No employee contribution required!
• Up to a 15.75% 401K profit sharing company contribution after the calendar year ends
• Immediate vesting in 401K
• 56 hours of paid time off (vacation and sick)
• Health plans through an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA) with a $100/month company contribution
• Have a question? Don't see a benefit listed? Contact us! We'd love to fill in the blanks or improve our benefits to better fit our team members.

Flexible Time off, Hourly Pay:
We believe flexibility and fair compensation go hand in hand. Our team is paid a competitive hourly rate, ensuring you're compensated for every hour you work. In addition to your high hourly pay, you'll receive 56 hours of paid time off (PTO) each year. Beyond your PTO, you may take additional unpaid time off as needed, provided your time away aligns with customer mission requirements and is approved in advance. This approach allows you to enjoy greater control over your schedule while earning industry-leading pay.

Salary: $276,000.00- $287,040.00
Total Compensation Package with Benefits: $344,613.00 - $358,349.52 

ACKtive is always expanding our relationships with our customers and providing the best talent to fit mission needs. If this job doesn't match your needs or background, please contact us to see if we can help find a better match.

Flexible work from home options available.

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