Solutions Architect, FPGA

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 We are seeking a Solutions Architect, FPGA that will have a critical role in understanding technical project requirements, for existing and potential clients, to assess whether the opportunity will be a good fit. Once an opportunity fit is assessed, the Solutions Architect will be responsible for developing a solution path, preparing an estimate for the work, and highlighting the risks and mitigation strategies. 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 directly with potential and existing clients to understand their needs, then develop their requirements;
- Architect a solution that meets the Client’s needs;
- Develop a plan, identify risks and mitigation strategies, and estimate the work required, to deliver a client solution;
- Write the technical content for proposals;
- Understand and present Fidus’ resource skill capabilities and work approach;
- Discuss, promote, defend, and, if necessary, refine, the work approach and estimate;
- Evaluate and understand solutions, to partition programs into logical segments;
- Undertake project work as required;
- Assist in identifying and developing new Fidus products;
- Assist in identifying new areas of investment and research & development.
- Bachelor’s degree in either Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or the equivalent;
- Ideally at least seven (7) years of design background in a Senior FPGA Designer role;
- System Level design experience and interest, including identifying architectural approaches and tradeoffs;
- An expert level of knowledge of RTL design in VHDL and/or SystemVerilog, from architecture through timing closure;
- Hands-on experience with AMD and/or Altera device families — Versal, UltraScale+, Zynq, Agilex, Stratix — and their associated toolchains;
- Experience architecting high-speed interfaces and subsystems, including PCIe, Ethernet, DDR memory controllers, JESD204, and AXI-based SoC integration;
- Familiarity with verification approaches, including SystemVerilog/UVM testbenches and hardware-in-the-loop validation;
- In-lab experience with FPGA bring-up, debug, and performance validation;
- Some knowledge of hardware and embedded software;
- Exposure to high-reliability or safety-critical FPGA development, such as DO-254 or equivalent, is an asset;
- Ability to undertake designs with ITAR restrictions or Classified information;
- Concise communication and writing skills;
- Excellent listening, understanding, and extrapolation skills;
- Professional and personable;
- Enjoys travel, which is anticipated to be up to 6 weeks per year, typically within North America;
- Proven experience with giving presentations to small-to-medium sized groups. Location and travel: Position is based in the United States. Travel will be required typically within North America for up to 6 weeks per year. This position may require access to export-controlled information. Candidates must be a U.
S. person as defined under 22 CFR 120.62, or be eligible for an export license. Candidates will be required to complete background checks. Our competitive compensation package also includes a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, matching 401(k) plan 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 chal