Hardware​/FPGA Engineer

Philowave Hardware Engineer

Are you a talented Hardware Engineer passionate about pushing the boundaries of spectrum sensing technology? Join Philowave, a well-funded Purdue spinoff 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.

• Full-stack hardware design of board‑level systems: This includes initial investigations, detailed simulations, schematic capture, and precise PCB layout.
• Implementation and testing: You'll be responsible for bringing designs to life, debugging, and utilizing various test equipment.
• 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:
• MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering or a related field (exceptional BSc will be considered).
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  
• Solid knowledge of PCB development.
• Full‑stack development in FPGA platforms
  .
• Knowledge in “Edge AI in FPGAs” is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with high-frequency concepts (e.g., Transmission Lines, Smith Chart).
• Proficiency in scripting with Python and MATLAB.

• Equity Packages
• 401k

This is primarily an in‑person position based in West Lafayette, Indiana
. For exceptional candidates, we are open to discussing hybrid arrangements
.

West Lafayette boasts a lower cost of living compared to national averages, a low crime rate, and highly‑rated public schools, making it an excellent option for singles and families. Plus, major metropolitan cities like Chicago and Indianapolis are within easy driving distance.

Keywords: 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.