FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) Engineer

Full Timejunior

Herndon, Virginia, United StatesPosted 3 days ago

Role Overview

Grvty is hiring a entry-level FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) Engineer. This is a full-time role in Herndon, Virginia. posted 3 days ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

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Job description

What Impact You'll Have

We are looking for a junior to mid-career to senior FPGA engineer with experience designing, testing, implementing, and optimizing creative solutions on a variety of complex digital hardware systems. You will combine your background in engineering hardware implementations with your knowledge of radio frequency (RF) data and digital processing techniques as part of a collaborative and spirited development team. Your work will be crucial to developing and improving our existing product line of tools and software that bring the art of the impossible into the hands of the DoD and Intelligence Community users.

What You'll be Owning

Create new solutions by implementing advance signal processing techniques in hardware for real-time solutions.
Design hardware and firmware to enhance existing products to create innovative and cutting-edge solutions to big DoD and IC problems.
Document and present results to a variety of users and stakeholders.

What You Must Have

US Citizenship is required.
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical field.
3+ years of relevant experience. (A combination of years of experience & professional certifications/trainings can be used in lieu of years of experience).
Demonstrated experience using COTS statistical software (Verilog, VHDL).
Experience integrating FPGA designs with embedded processors, SoCs, DSPs, and external hardware components.
Strong understanding of digital logic design, finite state machines (FSMs), pipelining, and clock domain crossing (CDC) techniques.
Knowledge of FPGA debugging techniques including use of Integrated Logic Analyzers (ILA), SignalTap, oscilloscopes, and protocol analyzers.
Proficiency in Python, Tcl, Perl, or scripting languages for automation, testing, and build processes.
Self-motivated and self-driven for independent work while also demonstrating strong collaboration skills in teams of diverse backgrounds.
Possess effective communications skills; capable of providing highly detailed information in an easy-to-understand format and diligence in documentation of all phases of product development.

What Would be Nice to Have

Active TS/SCI Clearance with ability to obtain a CI Poly.
Master's degree in Engineering or related technical field.
Experience developing and working with Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML).
Experience with High-Level Synthesis (HLS) tools such as Vitis HLS, Intel HLS, or MATLAB HDL Coder.
Experience with embedded Linux, real-time operating systems (RTOS), or bare-metal software development.
Familiarity with ARM-based SoCs, Zynq, Versal, Intel SoC FPGAs, or heterogeneous computing platforms.
Experience designing for functional safety, reliability, fault tolerance, or radiation-hardened applications.

Pay Range: At GRVTY, we understand that compensation is influenced by many factors—such as geographic location, federal contract labor categories, wage rates, prior experience, skillsets, education, and certifications.
We’re proud to offer a work environment that empowers our team to achieve a strong work-life balance. GRVTY provides competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth.
Our benefits package is designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families, and includes coverage in areas such as healthcare, financial wellness, retirement planning, family assistance, continued education, and paid time off.

Virginia Pay Range

$80,000—$215,000 USD

Why Choose GRVTY

The toughest national security challenges demand vision and ingenuity, not just resources. We deliver mission and technical expertise to outpace our adversaries. We’re purpose-built to tackle the most entrenched, systemic national security issues around the world.

We partner with our customers to help them overcome challenges in every corner of technology and defense—including the ones still being explored. Our growing capabilities create complementary advantages, giving on-the-ground operations the edge they need to succeed. We muster everything we have to answer every challenge presented, every day of our lives.

At GRVTY, we believe that when our employees thrive, our company thrives. That’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance.

• Robust health plan including medical, dental, and vision

• Health Savings Account with company contribution

• Annual Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

• Paid Parental Leave

• 401k with generous company match

• Training and Development Opportunities

• Award Programs

• Variety of Company Sponsored Events

EEO Statement

GRVTY, is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Anyone requiring reasonable accommodations should email recruiting@grvty.com or call 703-544-7930 with requested details.  A member of the HR team will respond to your request within 2 business days. 

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Where is the FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) Engineer position at Grvty located?

This position is based in Herndon, Virginia. Grvty has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

What does a FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) Engineer at Grvty earn?

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When was the FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) Engineer role at Grvty posted?

This role was posted on July 6, 2026 (3 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.

Is the FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) Engineer role at Grvty entry-level?

Yes. This is an entry-level position. Strong candidates typically have 0-2 years of relevant work experience, internships, or significant project work. Read the full description for any specific qualification requirements Grvty has listed.