{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"ba2b6cc483f17d8a79d7a56e","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/ba2b6cc483f17d8a79d7a56e","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/ba2b6cc483f17d8a79d7a56e","title":"Senior FPGA / Embedded Linux Engineer","description":"Senior FPGA / Embedded Linux EngineerCullerton Group is seeking an experienced Senior FPGA / Embedded Linux Engineer to support a leading manufacturer of advanced automated inspection and precision technology equipment.This position focuses on migrating an existing embedded processing and control platform from the Ultra96-V2 development board to the AMD Kria KR260 Robotics Starter Kit.The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with AMD/Xilinx FPGA and SoC platforms, embedded Linux development, and hardware/software integration. Experience migrating FPGA designs and embedded applications between hardware platforms is highly desirable.Location: Chicago, IL (Remote Candidates Considered)Employment Type: Contract / Project-BasedPay Rate: $75–$100/hr W2 | $95–$125/hr C2CExperience: 5+ years required; 7+ years preferredKey ResponsibilitiesLead the migration of an existing embedded system from Ultra96-V2 to AMD Kria KR260.Review and modify FPGA designs, embedded applications, and hardware interfaces.Develop, configure, and integrate embedded Linux environments on AMD/Xilinx SoC platforms.Develop and debug FPGA logic using VHDL, Verilog, or SystemVerilog.Adapt embedded C/C++ applications, Linux device drivers, and hardware interfaces.Troubleshoot FPGA, embedded Linux, and hardware/software integration issues.Perform board bring-up, system-level testing, and performance validation.Identify and resolve compatibility and integration challenges.Collaborate with engineering teams and document migration activities and validation results.Required Qualifications5+ years of experience in FPGA development, embedded systems, or related engineering.Strong hands-on FPGA design, development, and debugging experience.Experience with AMD/Xilinx FPGA or Zynq SoC platforms.Hands-on experience developing or integrating embedded Linux.Proficiency in FPGA development tools and hardware/software integration.Experience troubleshooting embedded processors, programmable logic, and hardware interfaces.Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills.Ability to work independently on complex engineering projects.Preferred QualificationsExperience with Ultra96-V2 or AMD Kria KR260 development boards.Experience migrating or porting FPGA/SoC applications between hardware platforms.Proficiency with AMD/Xilinx Vivado, Vitis, and PetaLinux.Experience with VHDL, Verilog, or SystemVerilog.Strong embedded C/C++ programming skills.Experience with Linux device drivers, Yocto, BSP development, or board bring-up.Familiarity with Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoC architectures.Experience with FPGA-based sensor interfaces, data acquisition, or digital signal processing.Background in industrial automation, machine vision, automated inspection, or precision instrumentation.Ideal CandidateA senior-level FPGA / Embedded Systems Engineer who combines strong AMD/Xilinx FPGA development expertise with practical embedded Linux experience.The strongest candidates will have successfully developed, integrated, or migrated FPGA/SoC applications across different hardware platforms and can independently manage hardware/software integration and troubleshooting.CompensationW2: $75–$100 per hourC2C: $95–$125 per hourEmployment Type: Contract / Project-BasedLocation: Chicago, IL (Remote candidates considered)Apply TodayIf you have hands-on experience with AMD/Xilinx FPGA platforms, embedded Linux, and embedded hardware migration, we encourage you to apply or connect with Cullerton Group to learn more.#Hiring #FPGA #EmbeddedLinux #EmbeddedSystems #Xilinx #AMD #Zynq #Vivado #Vitis #PetaLinux #FPGAEngineer #RemoteJobs #EngineeringJobs","company":"Cullerton Group","rawCompany":"cullerton group","city":"Everett","state":"WA","isRemote":false,"isActive":true,"createdAt":"2026-11-06T03:33:18.174Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"},{"code":"17-2061.00","title":"Computer Hardware Engineers","slug":"computer-hardware-engineers"},{"code":"17-2072.00","title":"Electronics Engineers, Except Computer","slug":"electronics-engineers-except-computer"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"334111","title":"Electronic Computer Manufacturing","slug":"electronic-computer-manufacturing"},{"code":"541715","title":"Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)","slug":"research-and-development-in-the-physical-engineering-and-life-sciences-except-nanotechnology-and-biotechnology"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Senior FPGA / Embedded Linux Engineer","description":"Senior FPGA / Embedded Linux EngineerCullerton Group is seeking an experienced Senior FPGA / Embedded Linux Engineer to support a leading manufacturer of advanced automated inspection and precision technology equipment.This position focuses on migrating an existing embedded processing and control platform from the Ultra96-V2 development board to the AMD Kria KR260 Robotics Starter Kit.The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with AMD/Xilinx FPGA and SoC platforms, embedded Linux development, and hardware/software integration. Experience migrating FPGA designs and embedded applications between hardware platforms is highly desirable.Location: Chicago, IL (Remote Candidates Considered)Employment Type: Contract / Project-BasedPay Rate: $75–$100/hr W2 | $95–$125/hr C2CExperience: 5+ years required; 7+ years preferredKey ResponsibilitiesLead the migration of an existing embedded system from Ultra96-V2 to AMD Kria KR260.Review and modify FPGA designs, embedded applications, and hardware interfaces.Develop, configure, and integrate embedded Linux environments on AMD/Xilinx SoC platforms.Develop and debug FPGA logic using VHDL, Verilog, or SystemVerilog.Adapt embedded C/C++ applications, Linux device drivers, and hardware interfaces.Troubleshoot FPGA, embedded Linux, and hardware/software integration issues.Perform board bring-up, system-level testing, and performance validation.Identify and resolve compatibility and integration challenges.Collaborate with engineering teams and document migration activities and validation results.Required Qualifications5+ years of experience in FPGA development, embedded systems, or related engineering.Strong hands-on FPGA design, development, and debugging experience.Experience with AMD/Xilinx FPGA or Zynq SoC platforms.Hands-on experience developing or integrating embedded Linux.Proficiency in FPGA development tools and hardware/software integration.Experience troubleshooting embedded processors, programmable logic, and hardware interfaces.Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills.Ability to work independently on complex engineering projects.Preferred QualificationsExperience with Ultra96-V2 or AMD Kria KR260 development boards.Experience migrating or porting FPGA/SoC applications between hardware platforms.Proficiency with AMD/Xilinx Vivado, Vitis, and PetaLinux.Experience with VHDL, Verilog, or SystemVerilog.Strong embedded C/C++ programming skills.Experience with Linux device drivers, Yocto, BSP development, or board bring-up.Familiarity with Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoC architectures.Experience with FPGA-based sensor interfaces, data acquisition, or digital signal processing.Background in industrial automation, machine vision, automated inspection, or precision instrumentation.Ideal CandidateA senior-level FPGA / Embedded Systems Engineer who combines strong AMD/Xilinx FPGA development expertise with practical embedded Linux experience.The strongest candidates will have successfully developed, integrated, or migrated FPGA/SoC applications across different hardware platforms and can independently manage hardware/software integration and troubleshooting.CompensationW2: $75–$100 per hourC2C: $95–$125 per hourEmployment Type: Contract / Project-BasedLocation: Chicago, IL (Remote candidates considered)Apply TodayIf you have hands-on experience with AMD/Xilinx FPGA platforms, embedded Linux, and embedded hardware migration, we encourage you to apply or connect with Cullerton Group to learn more.#Hiring #FPGA #EmbeddedLinux #EmbeddedSystems #Xilinx #AMD #Zynq #Vivado #Vitis #PetaLinux #FPGAEngineer #RemoteJobs #EngineeringJobs","datePosted":"2026-11-06T03:33:18.174Z","dateModified":"2026-11-06T03:33:18.174Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Cullerton Group","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Everett","addressRegion":"WA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"ba2b6cc483f17d8a79d7a56e"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/ba2b6cc483f17d8a79d7a56e"}}