FPGA algorithm specialist

Are you a FPGA algorithm specialist? Join our high-impact defense mechanic team at Teledyne FLIR!

Teledyne FLIR is a global leader in defense technologies and integrated sensing solutions with 15,000 employees worldwide, including 1,700 in our defense division. Our Sweden site in Arninge/Täby is home to around 600 employees, and in your immediate team you’ll be collaborating with about 50 talented colleagues. Since 1978, we’ve been pushing the boundaries of innovation, delivering advanced solutions that help military and defense personnel operate efficiently and effectively in critical environments.

We are now looking for a passionate, experienced engineer to help us take our defense technology to the next level. If you want to work with cutting-edge systems that make a real difference, this is the place for you.

What We Offer

• A Culture That Inspires: Be part of a team that thrives on collaboration, creativity, and solving complex challenges. Our Platform team delivers high-quality core technologies that power our product lines.
• Global Connections: Work with passionate experts from across the world, sharing knowledge and ideas that drive innovation.
• Supportive Environment: Join a group of talented engineers who value teamwork and continuous learning.
• Stability and Growth: Enjoy the security of a financially strong company that’s expanding and investing in the future.
• Wellbeing Perks: Healthcare benefits, free gym access, and opportunities to join sports activities.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain FPGA-based embedded systems for advanced imaging and sensing applications.
• Implement and optimize filter algorithms for image processing on FPGA platforms.
• Refactor and manage large legacy codebases, ensuring long-term maintainability and performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and test FPGA solutions.
• Participate in code reviews, share best practices, and mentor peers.
• Drive continuous improvement in development processes, tools, and workflows.

Qualifications

• Solid experience in FPGA development and digital design.
• Proficiency in VHDL, SystemVerilog, and scripting languages such as Python and Shell/Bash.
• Hands-on experience with AMD/Xilinx toolchain (Vivado) and FPGA families (Series 7, UltraScale+).
• Strong background in embedded systems development.
• Ability to develop and optimize image processing algorithms for FPGA.
• Comfortable working with large, legacy codebases and performing refactoring.
• Familiarity with MATLAB for modeling and simulation.

Nice to Have

• Experience with Quest simulation tools, including code coverage.
• Knowledge of Simulink/Vitis Model Composer.
• Familiarity with Linux/Debian environments.
• Experience with Jenkins, Make, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban).

Personal Traits for Success

• Innovative & Creative: Always exploring new solutions to complex challenges.
• Organized (to a reasonable degree): Able to keep tasks structured without losing flexibility.
• Responsible & Accountable: Takes ownership and delivers with confidence.
• Intellectually Curious: Eager to learn, question, and improve continuously.
• Proactive & Energetic: Doesn’t wait for things to happen—makes them happen.
• Flexible Mindset: Adaptable to rapid changes and shifting priorities in daily work.

Security Clearance

• Must have a valid work visa for Sweden and pass a security background check.
• Eligible for U.S. export control licenses (ITAR/EAR).
• Note that this is an On-site position in Arninge/Täby, Sweden.

Join us and contribute to the next generation of defense technology!

Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.

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Location: Sweden - Täby