FPGA developer - Part-time - Worldwide

About the Project

FPGA-based 10Gbps Ethernet Switch with FEC and Persistent Storage

We are looking for an experienced FPGA developer to design a 10Gbps Ethernet switch
prototype with Forward Error Correction (FEC) and persistent storage capabilities. The project
will involve using an FPGA platform with SFP+ interfaces and integrating key features such as
memory handling, peripheral connections, and optional radiation mitigation techniques.

Key Requirements:

1. Switch Implementation:
   ● FPGA-based switch handling two 10Gbps SFP+ ports.
   ● Data error resilience implemented via a commercial IP core for Forward Error
   Correction (FEC).

2. Platform:
   ● FPGA-based System on Module (SoM) for rapid prototyping.
   ● Includes high-speed memory (e.g., DDR4) and persistent storage (e.g., NAND
   flash or eMMC) for data retention.

3. Peripheral Interfaces:
   ● SPI, I2C, UART interfaces for peripheral management.
   ● 1x 1G Ethernet port for control and management.

4. Prototyping Board:
   ● A complete prototype solution comprising the FPGA board and a compatible host
   board.
   ● Designed for development and validation purposes.

5. Optional Radiation Mitigation Features (for high-reliability environments):
   ● Mitigation techniques such as memory scrubbing and triple modular redundancy
   (TMR).

Deliverables:

● A fully functional FPGA-based 10Gbps switch with FEC, fast memory, persistent storage,
and optional radiation mitigation.
● Test procedures and software for performance evaluation (e.g., fiber loop-back testing).
● Complete source code, design files, and documentation.