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Embedded Systems & FPGA Engineer

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  • Level
    Experienced
  • Job Field
    Software, Embedded
  • Employment Type
    Full Time
  • Contract Type
    Permanent employment
  • Salary
    from 3.824 € Gross/Month
  • Location
    Vienna
  • Working Model
    Onsite
  • Job Summary

    In this role, you will develop Embedded Linux BSPs and write Linux drivers for FPGA peripherals. You will implement firmware in C/C++/Rust and debug HW/SW interactions during system integration.

    Job Technologies

    Your role in the team

    • Develop and maintain embedded Linux BSPs, including kernel configuration, device tree authoring, and board bring-up.
    • Write Linux device drivers and kernel modules for custom FPGA peripherals and on-board hardware.
    • Implement low-level firmware and middleware in C/C++/Rust for FPGA logic and communication interfaces.
    • Configure and optimize bootloaders and root filesystems for embedded CPU modules.
    • Develop userspace applications and automated hardware testing tools.
    • Implement RTL designs in VHDL/Verilog/SystemVerilog.
    • Integrate vendor and custom FPGA IP cores and define HW/SW interfaces.
    • Support simulation, verification, synthesis, timing closure, and in-system debugging.
    • Collaborate closely during board bring-up and system integration activities.
    • Debug complex HW/SW/FPGA interactions using laboratory equipment and protocol analyzers.
    • Contribute to system architecture, documentation, and interface specifications.

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    Our expectations of you

    Qualifications

    • Solid proficiency in C/C++ and/or Rust.
    • Ability to work independently in a fast-moving engineering team.
    • Vertrautheit mit RTOS-Umgebungen wie FreeRTOS oder Zephyr.
    • Knowledge of PCIe, DDR, Ethernet, or DSP toolchains.

    Experience

    • 3-8 years of experience in embedded systems engineering, FPGA development, or mixed HW/SW engineering.
    • Strong experience with embedded Linux, kernel drivers, device trees, and bootloaders.
    • Experience with RTL design and FPGA integration.
    • Hands-on debugging experience in hardware environments.
    • Experience with Rust for embedded systems.
    • Experience with Xilinx/AMD SoC platforms and toolchains.
    • Scripting experience using Python, TCL, or Bash.

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    What we offer

    • The opportunity to work on cutting-edge quantum-secure communication technology.
    • Direct impact on a next-generation hardware platform from concept to production.
    • High autonomy and ownership in a small, highly skilled engineering team.
    • Collaboration within a strong European deep-tech ecosystem supported by EU programmes and leading investors.
    • Long-term growth opportunities into specialist or technical leadership roles.
    • The minimum gross salary for this position is €3,824.50 per month (full-time) according to the applicable collective agreement.
    • Depending on qualifications and experience, we offer a highly competitive overpayment.

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    • Location Vienna

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    zerothird

    zerothird

    Zerothird develops advanced communication solutions with a focus on quantum cryptography. The company combines academic excellence with engineering expertise to provide ultra-secure encryption keys.

    Description

  • Company Type
    Established Company
  • Working Model
    Hybrid, Onsite
  • Industry
    Internet, IT, Telecommunication
  • Logo zerothird

    Embedded Systems & FPGA Engineer

    Salary
    from 3.824 € Gross/MonthNet salary converted from the gross salary in the job ad.from 2.638 € net/Month
    Location
    Vienna
    Working Model
    Onsite
    Diversity
    Open for all genders
    English Only
    English only required

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