The FPGA Design Engineer at Evertz contributes to the development of advanced broadcast equipment used in real-time video and audio production, processing, and transport for Live sports production, News broadcasting, and Large-scale media workflows. This includes FPGA-based implementations for SDI, IP video, compression pipelines, timing-sensitive switching, and signal processing within high-performance platforms such as modular frames, blades, and networked systems.
Engineers in this role work closely with system architects, software teams, and hardware designers to deliver reliable, low-latency solutions used in live production, playout, and contribution workflows.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement FPGA logic for real-time video and audio processing pipelines (SDI, UHD/HD, IP-based media).
- Develop FPGA-based modules supporting SMPTE standards, synchronization, timing-sensitive switching, and media transportation.
- Participate in system architecture design for broadcast products.
- Perform simulation, synthesis, place & route, and timing closure for high-throughput, low-latency designs.
- Validate FPGA functionality in lab environments using broadcast test signals and measurement equipment.
- Debug complex system issues involving video artifacts, timing misalignment, or data integrity problems.
- Collaborate with embedded software and control-plane teams (APIs, management interfaces, orchestration systems).
- Maintain design documentation, including video pipeline diagrams, interface specifications, and test results.
- Support product bring-up, manufacturing validation, and customer-facing issue resolution when needed.
- Integrate IP cores for video interfaces and transport streams.
- Drive timing closure for complex multi-clock domain designs.
- Debug system-level issues spanning FPGA, hardware, and software layers.
- Optimize designs for latency, resource utilization, and determinism.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
- 1–5 years of industry experience in FPGA design and development
- Experienced in HDL design and debugging for complex systems
- Solid hands-on experience with FPGA code design
- Experience with simulation and advanced verification techniques
- Hands-on debugging experience in lab environments
- Strong understanding of digital logic design and synchronous systems
- Experience with HDL development (VHDL preferred, Verilog, SystemVerilog)
- Familiarity with FPGA development tools (e.g., Xilinx Vivado, Intel Quartus)
- Understanding of simulation and verification methodologies
- Ability to analyze and debug hardware/software/system-level issues
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Effective communication skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams
Nice to Have
- Experience with broadcast video standards
- Understanding of video timing and synchronization
- Exposure to real-time video/audio processing pipelines
- Experience with high-speed FPGA interfaces such as Ethernet, PCIe, DDR:
- Familiarity with packet-based media transport
- Experience in system-level integration of FPGA and control systems
- Scripting and automation using Python, Tcl, or similar for build, test, or validation flows
- Experience with lab instrumentation, such as Oscilloscopes, waveform monitors, video analyzers, pattern generators
- Knowledge of version control and collaborative development workflows, such as Git and code reviews.
- Exposure to modular broadcast platforms (e.g., routing, processing blades, chassis-based systems)
- Experience working in fast-paced product development environments (Agile or similar)
What we Offer:
- Employer funded benefits program
- Competitive total compensation package
- Work-Life Balance
- Employee assistance plan
- Employee Discount Platform
- Career Progression
- Casual Work Environment
- Social Events and Sports Teams
- Onsite Counsellor
Location: Burlington, Ontario
Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week
Vacancy: This is a newly created position
Salary Range: $70,000 to $100,000 per year, based on relevant experience
About Evertz Microsystems (TSX: ET)
Evertz is a global leader in broadcast technology, delivering cutting-edge hardware and software solutions that deliver content to television sets, on-demand services, WebTV, IPTV, and mobile devices (like phones and tablets) worldwide. Trusted by major broadcast facilities, telcos, and satellite providers on every continent, we're known for end-to-end innovation that sets the industry standard.
Canadian-headquartered with offices around the world, Evertz has 2,000+ employees and has been recognized as one of Canada's 50 Best Managed Companies — a testament to our commitment to excellence and global impact.
Join a team where your work shapes the future of broadcast and new media industries.
Evertz is committed to equal opportunity employment. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process for applicants with disabilities — please notify HR when scheduling your interview.
Artificial intelligence (AI) technology may be used in our recruitment process to assist with resume screening and interview note-taking. All hiring decisions are made by our team without AI involvement.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
- 1-5 years of industry experience in FPGA design and development
- Experience in HDL design and debugging for complex systems
- Solid hands-on experience with FPGA code design
- Experience with simulation and advanced verification techniques
- Hands-on debugging experience in lab environments
- Strong understanding of digital logic design and synchronous systems
- Experience with HDL development (VHDL preferred, Verilog, SystemVerilog)
- Familiarity with FPGA development tools (e.g., Xilinx Vivado, Intel Quartus)
- Understanding of simulation and verification methodologies
- Ability to analyze and debug hardware/software/system-level issues
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Effective communication skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams
- Experience with broadcast video standards (e.g., SMPTE) and video timing/synchronization
- Experience with high-speed FPGA interfaces such as Ethernet, PCIe, DDR
- Familiarity with packet-based media transport and real-time media pipelines
- Scripting and automation using Python, Tcl for build/test/validation flows
- Experience with lab instrumentation (oscilloscopes, waveform monitors, video analyzers, pattern generators)
- Knowledge of version control and collaborative workflows (Git, code reviews)
Evertz Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health and medical coverage, including dental and vision, along with employer-funded plans and an Employee Assistance Program with on-site counseling, are part of the package.
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Retirement Support — A pension plan in Canada and a 401(k) with employer contribution in the U.S. are highlighted within the core offering.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Amenities such as an employee discount platform, recreational activities (e.g., sports teams, ping pong/pool tables), and a casual environment complement standard coverage.
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What We Do
Evertz Microsystems (TSX:ET) is a leading global manufacturer of broadcast equipment and solutions that deliver content to television sets, on-demand services, WebTV, IPTV, and mobile devices (like phones and tablets). Evertz has expertise in delivering complete end-to-end broadcast solutions for all aspects of broadcast production including content creation, content distribution and content delivery. Considered as an innovator by their customers, Evertz delivers cutting edge solutions that are unmatched in the industry in both hardware and software. Evertz delivers products and solutions that can be found in major broadcast facilities on every continent. Evertz’ customer base also includes telcos, satellite, cable TV, and IPTV providers. With over 1700 employees, that include hardware and software engineers, Evertz is one of the leaders in the broadcast industry. Evertz has a global presence with offices located in: Canada, United States, United Kingdom, Germany, United Arab Emirates, India, Hong Kong, China, Singapore, and Australia. Evertz was named one of Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies, which recognizes excellence in Canadian-owned and Canadian-managed companies. Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies identifies Canadian corporate success through companies focused on their core vision, creating stakeholder value and excelling in the global economy
