FPGA Engineer
About Tycho.AI
Tycho.AI is redefining the future of autonomous intelligence. Spun out of MIT and backed by DoD contracts, we are building breakthrough AI and autonomy solutions for unmanned systems operating in GPS-denied and contested environments. We are a fast-growing, dual-use technology company at the forefront of national security and commercial innovation, with a mission to push the boundaries of what autonomous systems can achieve.
Joining Tycho.AI means being part of a team shaping the next decade of autonomy from defense applications to commercial opportunities in areas like logistics, disaster response, and beyond. If you want to work at the cutting edge of AI/ML and robotics with a company that’s poised for major impact and growth, we want to hear from you.
About the Role
As an FPGA Engineer at Tycho AI, you will design, build, and validate accelerators for intelligent autonomous systems. You will collaborate with a cross-functional team of electrical, mechanical, and software experts to explore new concepts through rapid, iterative prototyping. We are seeking adaptable engineers who collaborate effectively across disciplines, brainstorm innovative ideas, and navigate through emerging embedded technologies. Most importantly, you should have a proven ability to drive a concept through the prototype phase and excel in hardware/software co-development.
Responsibilities
Define, build, and enhance FPGA-based prototyping platforms
Utilize rapid FPGA prototyping techniques to validate technical feasibility of algorithmic subsystems
Familiarity with computer architectural techniques for enabling high-throughput, resource-efficient acceleration
Build vendor-neutral FPGA/RTL designs intended to prototype ASIC implementations
Coordinate with 3rd party vendors for software, firmware, and IP cores
Create FPGA interface documentation for hardware/software interfaces
Collaborate in a team environment spanning various technical domains
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience
3+ years of FPGA design experience using Verilog, SystemVerilog, or VHDL
3+ years of FPGA design experience using AMD/Xilinx or Intel/Altera devices, Gowin or Lattice
Programming familiarity in C and/or C++
Programming experience in one or more scripting languages such as Python, tcl, shell scripts, or equivalent EDA tool scripting languages
Experience developing accompanying firmware to exercise and drive FPGA prototypes
Nice to Have
Experiences with HLS for fast hardware prototyping
Experiences with robotics algorithms and ROS2 integration
Experiences with software-defined radio (SDR)
Experiences with electronic warfare (EW) and/or RADAR
Experiences with ASIC designflow
Experiences working with embedded robotics platforms such as NVIDIA Jetson
Why Tycho.AI
Be part of a rapidly scaling startup defining the future of autonomous intelligence.
Collaborative, high-trust culture that values innovation, execution, and continuous learning.
Competitive salary, meaningful equity, and generous benefits package.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement:
Tycho AI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or protected veteran status.
E-Verify and Right to Work
Tycho AI participates in E-Verify to confirm work authorization in the United States. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. and may be subject to a government security clearance process