Sr. FPGA Modem and Physical Layer Development Engineer, Amazon Leo

Create high-performance FPGA solutions to support next-generation modem systems from LEO satellites. This is a unique opportunity to define and implement a state-of-the-art wireless communication system with a focus on an ultra-reliable low-latency high-throughput physical layer (PHY). The FPGA Design Engineer will work closely with systems teams to define develop and release FPGA-based signal processing and modem solutions using latest generation hardware and modern design methodologies.

Key job responsibilities
In this role you will design implement and support a wireless modem on a ARM/FPGA system-on-chip platform. Key responsibilities include:
End-to-End RTL Development: Create and release RTL code through the full development lifecycle: system architecture definition RTL design physical implementation timing closure and simulation validation.
System Integration: Collaborate with Digital Communications and RF system architects to implement complex logic functions such as signal detection and synchronization channel coding (LDPC/Polar) beamforming or massive MIMO processing.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with HW FW and SW teams to bring up and test integrated systems combining FPGA RF front-ends and networking stacks.
Architectural Trade-offs: Drive trade-off analysis to optimize FPGA resources for cost size power and performance to meet stringent 5G latency and throughput requirements.
Validation: Conduct lab-based silicon validation using high-speed signal generators and analyzers to ensure modem performance meets throughput and reliability metrics

Export Control Requirement
Due to applicable export control laws and regulations candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder) or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

- Bachelors degree or above in electrical engineering computer engineering or equivalent
- Experience with modern ASIC/FPGA design and verification tools
- Experience in RTL coding and debug as well as performance power area analysis and trade-offs
- 7 years of experience in FPGA design and implementation using System Verilog/Verilog/VHDL.
- Hands-on experience with Xilinx/AMD or Intel/Altera FPGAs

- Masters degree or Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
- Masters degree or above in electrical engineering computer engineering or equivalent
- Experience in embedded development in C/C or experience writing low level drivers
- Experience building and implementing wireless modem on ARM/FPGA SoCs including familiarity with Physical Layer designs.
- Experience developing test venue software and hardware infrastructure for hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing environment.
- A proven track record of successfully fielding and supporting complex FPGA or ASIC based wireless products.

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The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience qualifications and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical dental vision prescription Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans EAP Mental Health Support Medical Advice Line Flexible Spending Accounts Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage) 401(k) matching paid time off and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at TX Austin - 159200.00 - 215300.00 USD annually