Careers
MBF Bioscience is a world leader in supplying software and systems for microscopic image analysis of brain tissue. Our products include the Neurolucida® system for 3D neuron morphology and Stereo Investigator® for stereology, a statistically based analysis method. Our mission is to provide the best solutions and service to bioscience researchers worldwide for the advancement of scientific knowledge.
MBF offers excellent salary and benefits, a friendly work environment, the opportunity to contribute to advancement of science, and to join a team of experienced software developers, hardware engineers, and Ph.Ds in neuroscience and computer science/engineering. The company headquarters is located near Burlington, Vermont, a beautiful, small city on the eastern shores of Lake Champlain consistently ranked as the healthiest place to live the USA. Boston is 3.5 hours away by car, and Montreal is just a two-hour trip.
Customer Support Engineer
Provide on-site installation and training, phone, and remote technical support to customers around the world for their MBF Bioscience computer-controlled integrated microscope systems.
Responsibilities
- Phone and online support for MBF Bioscience customers including repair, installation, and service of computers and specialized electronic products
- Document interactions with customers and continuously improve internal documentation to facilitate smooth operations and customer service
- Provide IT support for in-house computers
- Provide service and customer support during on-site visits
Basic Qualifications
- Expertise in computer hardware diagnostics and troubleshooting
- Experience in installing and troubleshooting computer peripherals such as video, camera, and networking devices
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal and customer care skills
- Entry level to multiple years of experience
Educational Requirements
- College degree in a related technical field
Senior FPGA Systems Engineer
MBF Bioscience is looking for a talented FPGA systems engineer that wants to work on the cutting edge of understanding brain function. Design the next generation of hardware and software to control state of the art brain imaging systems.
Responsibilities
- Develop FPGA designs to perform data acquisition, signal processing, and signal generation
- Develop low-level kernel driver software to interface with FPGA device
- Develop desktop applications that utilize FPGA based data acquisition systems
Required Skills
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Strong proficiency with Verilog
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At least 3 years writing large complex FPGA designs in Verilog
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Strong proficiency with Vivado environment
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Project and non-project design flows
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Hierarchical design flows
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Advanced timing closure techniques
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Integrating high-level IP modules (PCI Express, JESD204B, etc.)
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Developing original IP modules using IP packager
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Experience targeting designs for the Xilinx Kintex Ultrascale platform
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Partial reconfiguration / Dynamic Function eXchange
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Clocking resources (MMCM/PLL)
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I/O interfaces (SelectIO, GTH transceivers)
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Working knowledge of circuit design and board level communication interfaces
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LVDS, SPI, I2C, JESD204B
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Experience interfacing with high-speed ADC and DAC components
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Experience utilizing electronic test equipment (oscilloscope, DMM, logic analyzer)
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Strong proficiency with C++/C
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Experience with low-level device interfaces
Desired Skills
- Experience implementing kernel mode device drivers for Windows OS
- Proficiency with MATLAB
- Proficiency with Python
- Experience with scientific imaging techniques / fluorescence laser-scanning microscopy
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or in related field
Software Developer
Interested in programmers at all experience levels to develop commercial scientific software in our web and desktop applications.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain our current suite of applications
- Design and create new products for MBF Bioscience's customers
- Perform software and algorithm development and feasibility research for product development utilized in all current and future MBF software products
- Create, maintain, and apply MBF coding standards
- Integrate new hardware in MBF software products
- Work with Product Managers to determine the priority and schedule for software features and requirements
- Communicate algorithmic descriptions to other members of the R&D group in written and oral presentations
- Use good software development practices to write code that fulfills feature requirements, is robust, and easily maintainable
Basic Qualifications
- Experience programming using C++
- Python, Qt, or MFC experience a plus
- Passion for development and desire to learn
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science or computer engineering
Please submit resume and cover letter, including title of position applying for in the subject line to:
Candidates for these positions must be able to legally work in the United States as of the date of hire. MBF Bioscience is not willing to commence an immigration case to fill these positions.
MBF Bioscience is an equal opportunity employer.