Hardware​/FPGA Engineer - Philowave

Philowave is a fast-growing hardware tech company specializing in advanced spectrum sensing and adaptive wireless devices. We design physics-based architectures that achieve multi-octave wideband performance and sub-microsecond response times at ultra-low power. We believe in building—not just simulating. Our team works out of dedicated, on-site laboratories equipped with state-of-the‑art hardware test and measurement equipment. Join us as we bridge the gap between complex electromagnetic physics and edge‑deployed hardware engineering.

This is an
in-person position
that is available
immediately, both full-time or part-time
. If applying part-time, you must be a current student willing to become full-time after graduating. Please do not apply if you cannot satisfy these requirements.

Are you a talented
Hardware Engineer
passionate about pushing the boundaries of spectrum sensing technology? Join
Philowave
, a well‑funded startup, and contribute to developing advanced, high‑performing solutions that outperform the state‑of‑the‑art by orders of magnitude, all while being more cost‑effective. Our highly qualified team brings diverse backgrounds and a collaborative spirit.

This full-stack hardware design role will have you involved in every stage, from concept to implementation:

• FPGA development, simulations, and testing
• Full-stack hardware design of board-level systems:This includes initial investigations, detailed simulations, schematic capture, and precise PCB layout.
• Build test platforms:Develop and maintain the necessary infrastructure for rigorous testing.
• Collaborate:Work closely with our internal team and external partners to achieve project goals.

• Education & Experience:
• BSc. or MSc in Electrical Engineering or a related field
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  
• Full-stack development in FPGA platforms
• Solid knowledge of PCB development
  .
• Knowledge in “Edge AI in FPGAs” is highly desirable
• Proficiency in scripting with Python and MATLAB.

Candidates who don’t meet every qualification are encouraged to apply. We provide hands‑on training to help you grow into the position.

We value our team members and offer a competitive package:

• Base Salary:$70,000 – $140,000
• Equity Packages
• Health Benefits
• 401k

This is an
in-person position
based in
Champaign, IL
.

Hardware engineering, FPGA, RF, microwave, millimeter wave

Philowave is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics.