Job description
VORTEX-CoLab is looking for exceptional Software Research Engineers with an MSc academic background in something outstanding such as Computer Science, Information Technology, or similar. As a Software Research Engineer at Vortex-CoLab, you will work collaboratively with a cross-functional team of other engineers, researchers, designers, and product managers supporting initiatives that will define the next generation of embedded and real-time systems that are highly connected, with massive processing power and performing complex applications. As a team member, you will drive future concepts and contribute to our innovation roadmap and prototype solutions.
If your true calling is working within a leading-edge applied research and development organization; and if you are passionate for inventing, prototyping and engineering breakthrough technologies with awesome applications… then I think it’s safe to say we should talk. We are seeking candidates with an interest in innovative research as well as a commitment to developing solutions for the real world.
As an Embedded Systems Research Engineer at Vortex-CoLab you will work collaboratively with a cross-functional team of other engineers, researchers, designers and product managers supporting initiatives that will define the next generation of embedded and real-time systems that are highly connected, with massive processing power and performing complex applications. As a member of the team you will drive future concepts and contribute to our innovation roadmap and prototype solutions.
This role is ideal for a technology-minded problem solver who thrives in a business work environment with an academic twist.
If this sounds like you, then you might just be the perfect fit for our team!
What you’ll do
- Design and implement FPGA-based solutions for embedded systems;
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to design, prototype, and test solutions that meet complex functional and performance criteria;
- Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for design specifications, test plans, and code;
- Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies to continuously enhance system performance and functionality;
- Feed your passion for embedded systems and all things tech through the participation in awesome research and innovation projects;
- Perform verification & validation testing of embedded systems which will contribute to the creation of out-of-the box prototypes;
- With a keen focus on productivity, analyze, monitor and improve efficiency and stability of the systems and optimize I/O performance;
- Boost up the creative environment provided and demonstrate quickness in learning and ability to experiment cross-cutting technologies;
What we’re looking for
- Solid understanding of embedded systems, including hardware/software co-design and integration;
- Hands-on experience in FPGA development, particularly using AMD (Xilinx) tools and platforms;
- Proficient in programming languages such as C/C++ for embedded systems, along with hardware description languages (HDL) like VHDL and/or Verilog;
- Familiar with IP design flow, with expertise in RTL design, verification, and integration into larger systems;
- A real thirst for knowledge and to stay ahead of the latest trends make you an active curious and inventive thinker. You´re not afraid to try something new;
- Good oral and written communication skills;
Bonus Points for:
- Experience with high-speed architectures and communication protocols;
- Familiarity with RISC-V architecture, including processor design and implementation for embedded systems, as well as related tools like instruction sets and toolchains;
- Experience in developing innovative solutions for safety-critical and real-time embedded systems;
- Familiarity with object-oriented programming languages;
- Familiarity with Linux device drivers and microcontrollers;
- Familiarity with connectivity protocols like Zigbee, LoRa, Bluetooth;
- Familiarity with low-level communication protocols like SPI, I2C, Ethernet, UART, CAN;
- A love of all things tech; from the latest in artificial intelligence, to whatever software, hardware, or combination of both, is required to get the job done
Rewards & Benefits
- Health insurance for the whole family;
- Flexible working environment;
- Extra days off;
- Training opportunities;
- EU Salary Range: 30.000 EUR – 45.000 EUR (salary range can change if hired in at a different level);
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