FPGA Engineer

Wolverine•Chicago, IL

4d•$120,000 - $170,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Wolverine Trading is seeking an experienced FPGA Engineer to build high-speed, low latency systems targeting trading applications. The position requires designing and implementing hardware-based solutions for systems through collaboration with traders and quantitative analysts. The applicant must be highly driven and possess strong analytical and interpersonal skills. This is an on-site role in Chicago. For exceptional candidates, we'll consider remote with periodic travel to Chicago (a few times per year).

Requirements

Expert knowledge of SystemVerilog, FPGA design, and industry standard tools
Proficiency verifying designs through simulation and building verification environments
In-depth knowledge of advanced FPGA synthesis techniques and implementation constraints for high-speed timing closure
Experience with system-on-chip (SoC) architectures, memory & processor subsystems, and peripheral interconnects
Low level expertise in high speed Gb transceivers, MACs, and PHYs
Critical thinkers with ability to analyze complex, multi-variable systems
Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering with a focus on digital systems or computer networks
4+ years experience working with FPGA and/or ASIC designs required

Nice To Haves

Experience with schematic capture and PCB design and debug is a plus
No prior experience in the finance industry required

Responsibilities

Design and implement low-latency Hardware-based trading solutions
Collaborate with traders, quantitative analysts and low-level SW Engineers
Push performance boundaries on FPGAs
Analyze and resolve real-time system bottlenecks and issues and improve trading performance

Benefits

Highly competitive salary & bonus opportunity
Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling
100% coverage of medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits for single coverage
Generous Paid Parental Leave
Retirement Plans: 401K and Roth 401K
Profit sharing plan
Long- and short-term disability
Free breakfast and lunch from our in-house kitchen with rotating menus (including snacks!)
On-site gym with a subsidized membership
Frequent company outings
Opportunity to give back to organizations that help individuals in need in the Chicagoland area
In-house education team – classes and resources are offered for continuous learning opportunities
Mentorship Program through your first six months of employment