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FPGA Designer

@ Fidus Systems

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Remote in Canada

$125k–$160k/yrRemoteFull-time5+ years experience
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Overview

Fidus Systems is hiring an FPGA Designer to design and deliver complex FPGA-based systems for clients across communications, aerospace, medical and other emerging-technology markets. The work covers architecture, RTL implementation, IP integration, simulation, timing closure and lab bring-up, using Xilinx and Intel devices. The role is full-time, based in Canada, with possible domestic and international travel, an annual base salary of $125,000 to $160,000, and a profit-sharing bonus.

Pay:

$125,000–$160,000 a year

Responsibilities:

  • Develop complex FPGA and CPLD based systems with clients
  • Design systems using Xilinx and Intel devices and tools
  • Perform lab testing and debug of prototypes
  • Author test plans, design descriptions and user documentation
  • Provide technical support for sales estimates and proposals

Requirements summary:

  • Minimum 5 years of RTL/Verilog/VHDL FPGA design experience
  • Experience with video, communications and DSP systems
  • Experience with Xilinx or Altera FPGA families and tool flow
  • Degree as B.A.Sc., B.Eng. or equivalent
  • Strong English communication and customer interaction skills
  • AMD Embedded Premier Partner FPGA certification upon joining

Tools & skills

Xilinx VivadoAltera QuartusModelSimVerilogVHDLSystemVerilog

Benefits mentioned

Health insuranceDentalVision
Source and dates

Employer career site / ATS feed · workable

Employer posting date
2026-10-21
First seen by our source
2026-10-21
Source record updated
2026-10-21

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Job details

SenioritySenior
DepartmentEngineering
Experience5+ years
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: minimal
Work settingOffice, Laboratory
PositionMostly sitting
Physical demandsphysical low · computer high
LanguagesEnglish
Background checkscriminal record
EducationBachelor’s degree (required)
Fields of studyEngineering
Security clearanceOther clearance
Perks mentionedRetirement plan, Performance bonus

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Electronic system design and development services

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Founded in 2001, Fidus Systems is a premier electronic system design and development company with specialized expertise in FPGA design, embedded software, ASIC RTL design and verification, hardware design, and signal integrity. With a strong presence in Ottawa, Waterloo, and San Jose, Fidus has completed over 4000 successful projects, supporting both startups and Tier 1 companies in bringing innovative products to market. Strong Industry Partnerships Fidus has forged robust partnerships with leading silicon vendors, including AMD and Altera, reflecting our commitment to staying at the forefront of technology. As an AMD Premier Design Partner and an Altera Gold Partner, we leverage our close relationships with these industry giants to access cutting-edge technologies and tools, ensuring that we deliver top-tier solutions for complex electronic system challenges. Recent Awards and Recognitions Our dedication to excellence was recently recognized when we were awarded the prestigious Partner of the Year by AMD for 2023. This accolade underscores our commitment to delivering high-quality, first-time-right solutions that meet the demanding needs of our clients. This recognition is a testament to our expertise, reliability, and the strong trust our partners place in us. Comprehensive Services Fidus offers a wide range of electronic system design and development services, including: FPGA Design Embedded Software Development ASIC RTL Design and Verification Hardware Design Our ‘First Time Right’ approach, combined with our extensive technical expertise and industry-leading partnerships, ensures that your designs and prototypes reach the market faster, with the quality and reliability you expect.

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Reported office locations
  • 555 Legget Dr, Suite 800, Ottawa, Ontario K2K 2X3, CA
  • 137 Glasgow St, Suite 445, Kitchener, Ontario N2G 4X8, CA
  • 927 Corporate Way, Fremont, California 94539, US
Business categories
  • Software
  • Manufacturing
Other recorded names
  • Fidus Systems
Specialties
  • Signal Integrity
  • PCB Layout
  • FPGA timing closure
  • Signal Integrity consulting
  • Thermal solutions
  • Hardware Development
  • FPGA Design Services
  • Wireless Equipment Design
  • Embedded Software Development
  • Mechanical Design
  • High Resolution Video
  • High Performance Computing
  • and Embedded Systems
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Founded in 2001, Fidus Systems is a premier electronic system design and development company with specialized expertise in FPGA design, embedded software, ASIC RTL design and verification, hardware design, and signal integrity. With a strong presence in Ottawa, Waterloo, and San Jose, Fidus has completed over 4000 successful projects, supporting both startups and Tier 1 companies in bringing innovative products to…

FieldValue
IndustryDesign Services
Company size201-500 employees
HeadquartersOttawa, Ontario
Organization typePrivately Held
Year founded2001
SpecialtiesSignal IntegrityPCB LayoutFPGA timing closureSignal Integrity consultingThermal solutionsHardware DevelopmentFPGA Design ServicesWireless Equipment DesignEmbedded Software DevelopmentMechanical Design
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Job description

Fidus is a global high-tech design firm headquartered in Ottawa, with additional design centres in Kitchener-Waterloo and San Jose. We specialize in leading-edge electronic product development, with hardware, embedded software, FPGA/ASIC, and signal integrity teams working together to design and deliver next-generation products for clients in emerging technology markets.

Position Overview/Mandate:

The FPGA Designer plays a key role in designing and delivering complex FPGA-based systems for Fidus clients. You will work directly with customers and internal Fidus teams to define architectures, implement RTL, integrate IP, run simulations, close timing, and support lab bring-up and debug.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with new FPGA families and tools, is comfortable moving between different application domains (video, communications, storage, signal processing), and takes pride in producing high-quality, well-documented designs.

Make an Impact with US:

At Fidus, you'll work on high-speed, high-complexity electronic systems, often using emerging technologies before they reach the broader market. You'll collaborate across FPGA/DSP, hardware, embedded software, verification, SI/PI, PCB layout, and mechanical/thermal design as part of cross-functional teams delivering real products for our clients.

In practice, that means contributing to projects across Communications, Aerospace & Defence, Life Sciences & Medical Devices, Space & Satellite, Industrial Automation, Automotive, and Semiconductor engagements. You won't be limited to a single product or industry—your work will follow the technology, not just one roadmap.

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Work with our clients and other Fidus Employees to develop complex FPGA and/or CPLD based systems, including architecture, custom development, integrated IP, simulations, and timing analysis and closure.
  • Design FPGA based systems using Xilinx and Intel based devices and tools
  • Participate in design reviews (hardware-software interface, input-outputs etc.) to ensure Fidus quality standards and customer requirements are being adhered to
  • Perform lab testing, debug of prototypes and supporting hardware/software engineer, as needed
  • Perform customer prototype demonstrations and author test plans, design description and user documentation
  • Provide technical insight to customers during the pre-sales and implementation phase of projects
  • Provide technical support to the Business Manager and Sales team by providing detailed estimates on project scope, schedule, and deliverables and to present the technical aspects of Fidus proposals to the client

Who You are:

  • Minimum 5 years of experience designing using RTL/Verilog/VHDL on FPGAs.
  • Experience with video systems and specification standards, video algorithms, and high-speed memory and bus interfaces, communications protocols, and DSP or processor instantiations.
  • Created designs using Xilinx or Altera FPGA families and have a solid understanding of tool flow
  • Experience with Verilog, SystemVerilog, VHDL, Xilinx Vivado, Altera Quartus, and/or ModelSim
  • RTL design and verification including test benches, functional simulations, and timing closure
  • Exhibit strong communication skills, are fluent in English, have great customer interaction presence, and quickly learn new technologies and processes
  • Proven techniques and habits that lead to high quality design
  • Embraces AI as part of a modern engineering toolkit
  • Degree as a B.A.Sc., B.Eng. or equivalent
  • As AMD Embedded Premier Partner, you will be certified to highest level of FPGA qualification – this will be your first “to-do” item upon joining us.

Location and travel: Position is based in Canada. Travel may be required domestically and internationally to support customer engagements and project delivery.

This position may require access to export-controlled information. Candidates will be required to complete background checks and security screening under Canada's Controlled Goods Program (CGP) and may also be required to obtain a security clearance under the Contract Security Program (CSP) administered by Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC, formerly PWGSC).

This role is an evergreen position.

Annual base salary ranges from $125,000 to $160,000. The final offer within this range takes into account the variations in knowledge, skills, experience, and market conditions, and with consideration to internal equity.

Our competitive compensation package also includes a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, matching GRSP contributions, annual profit-sharing bonus, along with other supplementary benefits.

We also recognize that candidates show interest throughout different career stages and welcome all applications. When there is a great fit, the level of the role may be shifted as applicable.

About Fidus & Why Work Here

Since 2001, Fidus has completed over 4,000 projects for more than 400 customers across industries including Telecom/Datacom, Aerospace & Defence, Consumer, Semiconductors, Industrial/Automotive Controls, and Medical. As a Premier Adaptive Computing Partner for AMD North America, we combine deep technical expertise with industry-leading tools to solve complex design challenges.

Fidus designs high-speed, high-complexity electronic systems using emerging technologies, often well before they reach the broader market. Our teams work across FPGA/DSP, hardware, embedded software, verification, SI/PI, PCB layout, and mechanical/thermal design to deliver real products for our customers.

At Fidus, collaboration is at the core of how we work. We value openness, trust, and shared ownership, and we create an environment where people are encouraged to contribute ideas, learn from one another, and have a meaningful impact through the work they do.

If all of this excites you, has your attention, and you can’t wait to join our amazing team and work environment, then we want to hear from you!

Curious what it's actually like to work here? Take a look at our Working at Fidus page.

Fidus has a commitment to ensure a fair and transparent recruitment process. Automated tools (including AI) support our initial screening of applicants against our job posting to identify candidates whose qualifications, experience, and skills align most closely with the position requirements. All further candidate assessments and final selection are conducted by our human recruitment team. AI does not make any final hiring decisions.

Thank you for your interest in Fidus. We welcome and encourage diverse candidates to apply. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Fidus is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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