FPGA Verification Engineer

Resquant is a rapidly growing deep-tech startup focused on next-generation chip security and quantum-resistant cryptography solutions for dual-use and high-security applications. We develop advanced hardware security technologies designed to address emerging threats in post-quantum computing environments, working at the intersection of cryptography, semiconductor engineering, and secure system architecture.

We are building a team of highly skilled engineers passionate about cutting-edge FPGA and ASIC development, secure hardware design, and innovative defense-grade technologies.

Position: FPGA Verification Engineer (multiple)

Compensation: 22,000–29,000 PLN gross/month

Employment type: Polish employment contract (Umowa o Pracę / UoP) only; B2B cooperation is not available.

Resquant is looking for highly skilled FPGA Verification Engineers for various positions. This is a great opportunity to join a rapidly growing startup at an early stage, working on the latest trends in chip security and cryptography.

Main responsibilities:

• Developing and maintaining verification plans based on design specifications at the block and subsystem level for quantum-resistant cryptographic algorithms and cryptographic processors.
• Designing and implementing reusable, modular testbenches using VHDL, Verilog, and SystemVerilog.
• Building simulation environments to verify complex FPGA and digital IPs.
• Debugging and resolving design and verification issues in collaboration with design engineers.
• Performing functional and code coverage analysis to ensure verification completeness.
• Maintaining verification documentation including test plans, coverage reports, test case specifications, and bug tracking logs.
• Cooperation with ASIC backend team.

Our requirements:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years (Mid-level) or 8+ years (Senior-level) of hands-on experience in FPGA verification and development.
• Proficiency in VHDL, Verilog, or SystemVerilog for RTL verification.
• Knowledge of the ASIC design process.
• Experience with VUnit, cocotb, or UVM.
• Ability to work independently or strong cooperation skills to work within a cross-functional team.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.
• EU citizenship.
• Candidates must be eligible for employment under a Polish employment contract (UoP).

Preferred candidates with:

• Knowledge in the field of cryptography.
• Experience with side-channel attacks and countermeasures.
• Experience with space technologies and requirements.
• EU/NATO security clearance.

What do we offer:

• Full-time Senior and Mid-level positions in a 3-year project.
• Salary range: 22,000–29,000 PLN gross/month depending on experience and seniority.
• Employment exclusively under an employment contract (UoP). B2B cooperation is not available.
• Participation in projects aimed at providing a backbone for chip security for dual-use markets.
• Flexible working hours.
• Ability to work remotely (Hybrid/Full).
• Equity options.
• Broad technical ownership.
• Innovation and cutting-edge projects.
• Career growth and visibility.
• Opportunity to attend closed events with military representatives.