Senior Technical Lead - FPGA, LabVIEW RT

HCLTech

Job Summary

Seeking an LabVIEW Engineer with 7 10 years of experience in LabVIEW, FPGA, Python, and Hardware-Software Integration. The role involves developing and integrating embedded systems, automated test platforms, and real-time control solutions while collaborating closely with hardware, FPGA, firmware, and system engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities

* Develop LabVIEW/Python based Host Applications for test automation, instrument control, and data acquisition.
* Design and maintain LabVIEW FPGA solutions for real-time control and signal processing.
* Develop automation and data analysis tools using Python.
* Perform hardware-software integration, board bring-up, debugging, and root-cause analysis.
* Integrate embedded systems with DAQs, sensors, instruments, and custom hardware.
* Implement and support communication interfaces such as Ethernet, TCP/IP, USB, SPI, I2C, UART, and CAN.
* Support system verification, validation, and performance optimization.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams on requirements, design reviews, and technical problem-solving.


Skill Requirements

Software
* 7 10 years of Embedded Software Development and System Integration experience.
* Strong expertise in:
* LabVIEW Application Development
* LabVIEW FPGA
* Python Programming
* LabVIEW Real-Time (RT)
* Test Automation Frameworks

NI Platforms
* CompactRIO (cRIO)
* PXI/PXIe Systems
* NI DAQ Hardware
* Instrument Control (SCPI, VISA, GPIB)

Hardware & System Knowledge
* Strong understanding of:
* Digital, Analog, and Mixed-Signal Electronics, Data Acquisition Systems
* Sensors and Actuators, Signal Conditioning
* FPGA-Based Systems

* Ability to read and debug:
* Schematics, PCB Layouts, Timing Diagrams

* Hands-on experience with:
* Oscilloscopes, Logic Analyzers, Multimeters, Protocol Analyzers

* Experience in:
* Board Bring-up, Hardware Validation
* System-Level Debugging, Root Cause Analysis

Communication Protocols
* Ethernet / TCP-IP, USB, UART / RS232 / RS485, SPI, I2C

Tools
* Git
* Azure DevOps or equivalent version control tools

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Preferred Skills
* NI VeriStand and TestStand
* C/C++ Programming
* Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) Systems
* Automated Test Equipment (ATE)
* Embedded Systems
* FPGA Architecture and DMA Concepts
* Medical Device or Regulated Product Development Experience

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Soft Skills
* Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
* Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
* Ability to work across Hardware, FPGA, Firmware, and Software teams.
* Strong ownership, teamwork, and execution mindset.

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Preferred Domains
* Medical Devices
* Test & Measurement
* Semiconductor Equipment
* Industrial Automation
* Robotics