Senior Digital Hardware Engineer

Hidden Level is transforming airspace safety with innovative, scalable drone detection and airspace technology. We provide real-time, actionable data to enhance security across various environments. As we expand, we're looking for a Senior Digital Hardware Engineer who will apply their skills and experience to lead the design of custom hardware and firmware for cutting-edge sensor and communication systems.  

Location: This position is located in the Syracuse, NY office with the potential for hybrid arrangements. 

Responsibilities: 

• Derive and document Digital Hardware system requirements working collaboratively with multiple technical disciplines   
• Define custom multi-layer PCB architectures and perform part selection, schematic design, and aid in layout activities 
• Perform functional test and verification activities for new hardware and aid in production transition and support 
• Architect and design HDL solutions for the latest Xilinx FPGAs and SoC devices such as Ultrascale+ and RFSoCs 
• Design and implement efficient solutions for data acquisition, digital signal processing, command and control, external hardware interfaces, and high-speed communication protocols 
• Use scripting languages such as Python and Bash to automate and improve workflows 
• Perform integration and test of hardware and HDL designs at subsystem and system levels 
• Provide information in support of project planning, execution, and oversight 

What We're Looking For: 

•  A desire to own project assignments and work creatively and collaboratively on cross-disciplinary teams to deliver solutions that impress our customers and move our industry forward. 
• An open-minded approach to solving challenges, and proactive development of backup plans to ensure the team can hit the mark even when encountering the unexpected. 
• A mindset trained on long-term goals and objectives, balanced with making demonstratable incremental steps along the way to meet the pace of our industry. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to efficiently convey complex ideas, coupled with an ability to listen, question, and understand stakeholder needs. 

Required Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field 
• 5+ years related professional experience 
• PCB design experience including the design of digital and analog circuits including FPGAs, microcontrollers, memories, and high-speed data converters 
• Familiarity with VHDL and/or Verilog to configure FPGAs and other embedded systems 
• Applied experience testing and validating analog and digital hardware using oscilloscopes, network analyzers, logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers, etc. 
• 10% travel. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience with Altium design environment 
• Experience with modern Xilinx FPGAs and the Vivado design environment 
• Experience with Communication and Sensor systems, Digital Signal Processing, Software Defined Radios, RF System Design 
• Experience providing design oversight and detailed design review feedback 
• Experience with Matlab, Python, Linux 

Compensation and Benefits: Hidden Level offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid parental leave, flexible time off, 401(k) with employer contributions, life insurance, and disability insurance. The company also provides a remote or hybrid work environment and potential stock options. 

Salary Range: The anticipated salary range for this position based out of Syracuse, NY is estimated at $109,000 to $136,000 annually. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Hidden Level considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer

Equal Opportunity Employer: Hidden Level is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran, disability status, or any other federal, state, or locally protected category. 

Security Note: Due to the nature of Hidden Level's technology, only U.S. citizens can be considered for this position.