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Role overview and responsibilities:Dhruva Space is looking for an experienced FPGA Design Engineer to support the development of a custom, indigenous communication waveform designed for long-range, low-power, and interference-resilient wireless links. The ideal candidate will implement and optimize advanced PHY-layer algorithms on FPGA platforms while collaborating closely with DSP, RF, and system engineering teams.In this role, you will contribute to waveform design, simulation, FPGA implementation, and system-level integration, playing a key part in developing cutting-edge communication technology for space and advanced wireless systems.Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:- Implement frequency-agile and spread-spectrum waveform components using VHDL/Verilog/SystemVerilog. - Develop and optimize baseband modules including modulation, symbol processing, synchronization, hopping mechanisms, and framing. - Conduct algorithm and waveform simulations using MATLAB/Simulink or Python before hardware deployment. - Integrate and validate designs on Xilinx Zynq, RFSoC, USRP, and other SDR platforms. - Work with DSP, RF, hardware, and system teams for bring-up, testing, and end-to-end integration. - Prepare clear technical documentation covering waveform architecture, FPGA implementation, simulations, and validation results.Candidate Requirements:- M.Tech / B.Tech / Ph.D. in Electronics, Communication, Embedded Systems, or related fields. - 3–6 years of experience in FPGA development, digital communication, or waveform/PHY-layer implementation. - Strong understanding of Digital Communication Systems and PHY-layer design. - Hands-on experience in custom or proprietary waveform development, including spread-spectrum or frequency-diverse techniques. - Proficiency with FPGA toolchains such as Vivado, Vitis, ModelSim, Quartus, etc. - Expertise in VHDL/Verilog and DSP simulation using MATLAB or Python. - Experience with SDR hardware such as USRP, HackRF, or LimeSDR. - Knowledge of timing, synchronization, and RF link fundamentals is an added advantage. - Prior experience in narrowband PHY development or waveform R&D. - Familiarity with wireless system testing, validation, and lab instrumentation.