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Electrical Engineer - Digital Hardware in Syracuse

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Hidden Level is transforming airspace safety with innovative, scalable drone detection and airspace technology. We provide real-time, actionable data to enhance security across various environments. As we expand, we're looking for a Electrical Engineer - Digital Hardware who will apply their skills and experience to lead the design of custom hardware and firmware for cutting-edge sensor and communication systems.

Location: This position is located in the Syracuse, NY office with the potential for hybrid arrangements.

Responsibilities:

  • Design and implement custom multi-layer circuit cards by performing part selection, schematic design, and aiding in layout activities
  • Maintain component libraries and create new parts for schematic capture
  • Perform functional test and verification activities for new hardware and aid in production transition and support
  • Design HDL solutions for the latest Xilinx FPGAs and SoC devices
  • Perform timing closure and create well constrained, maintainable solutions that are easily extensible and employ an efficient use of resources
  • Use scripting such as Python and Bash to automate and improve workflows

What We’re Looking For:

  • A desire to own project assignments and work creatively and collaboratively on cross-disciplinary teams to deliver solutions that impress our customers and move our industry forward.
  • An open-minded approach to solving challenges, and proactive development of backup plans to ensure the team can hit the mark even when encountering the unexpected.
  • A mindset trained on long-term goals and objectives, balanced with making demonstratable incremental steps along the way to meet the pace of our industry.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills to efficiently convey complex ideas, coupled with an ability to listen, question, and understand stakeholder needs.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
  • 3-5 years related professional experience
  • Understanding of digital and analog circuits
  • Experience with VHDL and/or Verilog to configure FPGAs and other embedded systems
  • 10% travel

Qualifications:

  • Experience testing and validating analog and digital hardware using oscilloscopes, network analyzers, logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers, etc.
  • Experience with modern Xilinx FPGAs and the Vivado design environment
  • Experience with Communication and Sensor systems, Digital Signal Processing, Software Defined Radios, and RF System Design
  • Experience with Matlab, Python, Linux

Compensation and Benefits: Hidden Level offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid parental leave, flexible time off, 401(k) with employer contributions, life insurance, and insurance. The company also provides a remote or hybrid work environment and potential stock options.

Salary Range: The salary range for this position is estimated at $89,000 to $110,000 annually. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Hidden Level considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer

Equal Opportunity Employer: Hidden Level is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to , , , , , , , , age, veteran status, , or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Security Note: Due to the nature of Hidden Level’s technology, only U.S. can be considered for this position.

Electrical Engineer - Digital Hardware in Syracuse

Syracuse, NY
Full time

Published on 08/07/2026

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