Sr. Staff Embedded Firmware/FPGA Systems Engineer

As a result of the combination of the BD Biosciences and Diagnostic Solutions business with Waters Corporation (NYSE: WAT), by applying to this role, you will be applying for a position with Waters. Waters is a global leader in life sciences, dedicated to accelerating the benefits of pioneering science through analytical technologies, informatics, and service. With a focus on regulated, high-volume testing environments, Waters’ innovative portfolio harnesses deep scientific expertise across biology, chemistry, and physics. Waters collaborates with analytical laboratories around the world to advance the release of effective, high-quality medicines, assure the safety of food and water, and drive better patient outcomes by detecting diseases earlier, managing routine infections, and combatting growing antibiotic resistance. Through a shared culture of relentless innovation, Waters’ passionate team of approximately 16,000 colleagues partner with customers to turn scientific challenges into breakthroughs that improve lives worldwide.

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 Job Description We are seeking a technically strong engineer to drive embedded firmware and FPGA development on ARM-based instrumentation platforms. You will own end-to-end system architecture — defining the right partitioning between on-board FPGA logic, ARM SoC firmware, and off-board host/edge/cloud compute. You will design RTL for FPGA, develop Linux BSP components, and optimize data-path performance across memory, DMA, and high-speed I/O boundaries.

Provide technical direction and architectural guidance for embedded firmware and FPGA development across multiple product lines. Own the development and architecture of embedded firmware and programmable logic for complex instrumentation systems Define architecture, balancing on-board (ARM SoC/DSP/FPGA) and off-board compute Develop Linux BSP Components, kernel configuration, boot loaders, HALs and device drivers Build embedded services in C/C++ and develop python-based automation for testing, validation and workflows   Collaborate with a distributed global team to deliver on goals  Education and Qualifications: BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field required; MS preferred 10+ years of experience in embedded firmware and FPGA development, including technical leadership roles. Proficiency in Verilog, VHDL, or SystemVerilog; experience authoring RTL for FPGA, developing simulation testbenches, and driving synthesis and timing closure using Xilinx Vivado or Intel Quartus. Familiarity with AXI4/AXI-Stream interconnects and DMA controller design. Experience with Python, C/C++, version control systems, and modern development tools. Experience with common hardware interfaces such as SPI, I2C, UART, PCIe Gen 3/4/5, JESD204B/C, DDR3/DDR4, or equivalent.   Strong understanding of embedded Linux systems, including kernel configuration and demonstrated driver development skills Strong understanding of test bench development; simulations (ModelSim, VCS) and developing verification plans Ability to communicate complex technical concepts effectively and influence technical direction while championing engineering excellence and best practices. Demonstrated success collaborating across multidisciplinary teams, applying systems-level thinking to develop and deliver robust, integrated product solutions. Preferred Attributes: Technically competent with a broad understanding of system-level needs