Senior FPGA and Firmware Engineer / Senior FPGA and Firmware Engineeress

Join Our Team at Zurich Instruments

Zurich Instruments is a technology leader in advanced test and measurement instruments and control electronics for quantum computing. Our products are utilized in various challenging research fields by scientists worldwide and by premier high-tech companies. We are dedicated to advancing science and building the next generation of quantum computers.

Position: Senior FPGA and Firmware Engineer

We are looking for a Senior FPGA and Firmware Engineer to join our Research and Development team in Zurich. If you are passionate about working with electronics, FPGAs, and embedded software, this is your opportunity! You will be challenged yet excited about building electronic systems that set new performance benchmarks. Join us in creating best-in-class quantum computing control systems and measurement hardware and software solutions within a high-quality R&D team.

Your Responsibilities

• Conceptualization and specification of digital systems.
• Design, simulation, implementation, and verification of digital systems on FPGAs.
• Design, implement, and verify SoC-based embedded systems running Linux.
• Conceptualization, modeling (Python/NumPy), specification, and verification of digital signal processing systems.
• Bring-up of new hardware.
• Close collaboration with software and hardware development teams, and product management.
• Design documentation.
• Maintain relevant knowledge regarding new developments and trends in FPGAs/tools.

Your Profile

• MSc or PhD in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science.
• Advanced knowledge of FPGA workflows comprising all stages from modeling to timing closure.
• In-depth understanding of digital circuit design and FPGA technology.
• Expert understanding of interfaces like PCIe, Ethernet, high-speed data converters, DDR memory, etc.
• Advanced knowledge of digital signal processing.
• Experience in debugging hardware, using oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, or similar tools.
• Expertise in embedded software development.
• Proficient knowledge of VHDL or Verilog/SystemVerilog, C/C++, and Python.
• Proficient in English; additional languages are a plus.

What We Offer

We provide a diverse work environment with an open and transparent company culture where personal development serves as the foundation of our success. We thrive on cooperation and support distributed decision-making, allowing everyone to take responsibility and create a substantial impact from the start.

Now is a great time to join our team!

Apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.