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In this role, you will develop embedded Linux BSPs and implement drivers for FPGA peripherals while programming firmware in C/C++/Rust for communication interfaces and conducting hardware tests.
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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.
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.
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.
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About your employer
qtlabs is an emerging company in the field of quantum communication, founded in 2017 by renowned scientists. It specializes in the development of advanced communication systems based on quantum mechanics.
- Startup
- Onsite, Hybrid, Full Remote
- Science, Research
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