Senior Firmware/FPGA Engineer

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Job description

Fabric8Labs, headquartered in sunny San Diego, CA, is revolutionizing metal additive manufacturing with advanced 3D printing technologies. We’re looking for skilled Electrical Engineers to join our team.

Fabric8Labs is focused on accelerating metal additive manufacturing adoption and enabling new applications with our patented Electrochemical Additive Manufacturing (ECAM) processes. Since closing our Series B funding round, we are rapidly expanding our team to advance and commercialize our disruptive technology.

As a Senior Firwmare/FPGA Engineer, you'll be a crucial part of the team! You'll be working in a fast-paced environment, and will be required to quickly design, test, validate designs, and deploy designs. You should be comfortable learning new systems quickly and testing multiple designs to validate the pros and cons of each.

If you are excited about the opportunity to change the future of manufacturing in collaboration with our growing team, then come join us! Backed by industry-leading partners, including Mark Cuban, Intel Capital, TDK Ventures, Stanley Black and Decker, and NEA: Fabric8Labs is at the forefront of advanced manufacturing, and we are excited to bring in diverse minds and perspectives.

Primary Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and test FPGA-based digital logic for machine control and data acquisition.
• Develop and maintain embedded firmware (C/C++/Python/VHDL/Verilog) for control, monitoring, and communication subsystems.
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to integrate digital hardware with sensors, analog circuits, and mechanical systems.
• Support bring-up, debugging, and validation of PCBs, FPGA logic, and embedded firmware.
• Contribute to simulation, verification, and prototyping of hardware/firmware solutions.
• Document designs, test plans, and results clearly and concisely.
• Participate in continuous improvement of development processes and toolchains.

Required Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• Solid understanding of digital design principles, logic circuits, and microcontrollers.
• Coursework or project experience with FPGA development (VHDL/Verilog/SystemVerilog).
• Experience with embedded systems programming (C/C++/Python).
• Familiarity with PCB design tools (e.g., Altium, Eagle, or similar).
• Hands-on experience with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and power supplies.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to learn quickly.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of industry experience in FPGA or embedded systems development.
• Experience with FPGA toolchains (Xilinx Vivado, Intel Quartus, etc.).
• Experience with PYNQ and ZYNQ architectures.
• Familiarity with communication protocols (SPI, I²C, UART, Ethernet).
• Knowledge of real-time operating systems (RTOS) and software-hardware integration.
• Exposure to signal processing or control system design.
• Interest in additive manufacturing, robotics, or industrial automation.

Why Work at Fabric8Labs?

• We build cutting edge equipment quickly to enable new technology
• We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: health, dental, and vision plans; 401(k) with employer match; and an unmetered vacation policy.
• Regular catered company events and celebrations, and a fully stocked breakroom!
• We have a collaborative and driven work environment, with interesting work and research.

Fabric8Labs is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Fabric8Labs prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• FPGA: 2 years (Required)

Location:

• San Diego, CA 92121 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person