Is the FPGA Engineer role remote?

It's hybrid — Northwood Space expects some on-site time in Torrance, CA.

What's the salary range?

Northwood Space lists $100,000–$160,000 for this role.

How much experience is required?

2–4 years of relevant experience for this FPGA Engineer role.

Where is the role based?

Northwood Space is hiring for this position in Torrance, CA.

What's the tech stack?

Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: C++, DSP, FPGA, FPGA SoCs, Python, Rust.

Does Northwood Space sponsor work visas for this role?

Yes — the posting indicates visa sponsorship is available for the right candidate.

What seniority level is this role?

Northwood Space targets mid-level candidates for this position.

Is this full-time or contract?

Full-time for this FPGA Engineer role at Northwood Space.

FPGA Engineer at Northwood Space

Joblaze summary

The FPGA Engineer at Northwood Space focuses on the digital design of antenna systems, specifically working on data transport and signal processing for reliable communication links. Key skills include expertise in Verilog and SystemVerilog, along with experience in DSP and networking on FPGA platforms. This role is suited for professionals with 2-4 years of experience in electrical engineering or a related field, who thrive in complex, multidisciplinary project environments. Northwood's innovative approach to space infrastructure emphasizes rapid deployment and real-world impact.

Joblaze insights

Listed about 2 months ago — first seen on Joblaze August 6, 2026. Last confirmed on Northwood Space's careers page October 9, 2026.
Salary band is below the typical range for comparable tech roles (median ~$129,582).
Starts above 10% of 308 comparable mid other roles in United States that list Python we track (median $113,000 across 61 companies). See Python salary trends
Python appears in 17.2% of 3020 comparable mid other roles in United States; Verilog appears in 0.2% of 3020 comparable mid other roles in United States.

Quick facts

Is the FPGA Engineer role remote?: It's hybrid — Northwood Space expects some on-site time in Torrance, CA.
What's the salary range?: Northwood Space lists $100,000–$160,000 for this role.
How much experience is required?: 2–4 years of relevant experience for this FPGA Engineer role.
Where is the role based?: Northwood Space is hiring for this position in Torrance, CA.
What's the tech stack?: Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: C++, DSP, FPGA, FPGA SoCs, Python, Rust.
Does Northwood Space sponsor work visas for this role?: Yes — the posting indicates visa sponsorship is available for the right candidate.
What seniority level is this role?: Northwood Space targets mid-level candidates for this position.
Is this full-time or contract?: Full-time for this FPGA Engineer role at Northwood Space.

From the original posting

Role:
Northwood Space is looking for a FPGA Engineer to join our team in Torrance. This person will work on the digital design of our antenna systems, including data transport and signal processing chain. They will be designing, developing, and testing FPGA blocks to provide resilient and reliable communication links for our customers.

Responsibilities:

Design, implement, and test networking and DSP blocks on FPGAs for high-rate, parallel data processing.
Lead complex multi-disciplinary projects to push product development from initial design and prototype to shipment and operations.
Drive system architectures, analyze trades, and scope system requirements.
Analyze performance data from in-the-field testing to diagnose and fix issues, and provide feedback for product improvements.

Basic Qualifications:

2-4+ years of professional experience
Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent field
Expert in Verilog and SystemVerilog
Experience with Python
Experience with DSP and/or networking on FPGA
Experience with FPGA SoCs
Experience using lab equipment such as oscilloscopes and spectrum analyzers to debug high-speed FPGA designs
Onsite in Torrance

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in HLS
Experience with C++ or Rust
Experience with high-performance PCBA architecture and design, including use of FPGAs

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FPGA Engineer

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