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FPGA Engineer / Senior FPGA Engineer

FPGA Engineer / Senior FPGA Engineer

My client, a trailblazer in advanced security technology, excels in creating high-integrity critical systems where flawless performance is non-negotiable. They continually push boundaries to exceed customer and stakeholder expectations, making excellence their core motivation. Their innovative approach to disruptive security technologies, particularly in software engineering and microelectronics, offers a unique and rewarding challenge.

About The Role:

Are you an experienced FPGA engineer passionate about innovative technology? This is your chance to join a dynamic team dedicated to developing innovative FPGA systems for high-reliability critical systems. You will architect FPGA systems for new products, manage requirements capture, design, and development, and lead FPGA module development as part of a multidisciplinary team. Reporting to the Head of FPGA Development, you will define and coordinate interfaces for both internal and external components and develop new test-bench modules to ensure correct operation. Stay ahead of the curve with the latest FPGA technologies and design tools, with opportunities for professional development.

Key Responsibilities:

* Architect and develop FPGA systems for new high-reliability critical products.

* Lead the design and development of FPGA modules.

* Define and coordinate interfaces for internal and external components.

* Develop new test-bench modules for ensuring correct operation.

* Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to solve complex problems.

* Stay updated with the latest FPGA technologies and design tools.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

* Extensive experience with VHDL for FPGA development.

* Proficient with TCL scripting and Modelsim / Questasim.

* Familiarity with current FPGA and SoC technologies, including Quartus tool chain.

* Degree or postgraduate degree in a relevant STEM subject.

* Ability to produce high-quality detailed design artefacts.

* Familiarity with version control systems like GIT/SVN/CVS.

Personal Competencies:

* Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

* Strong problem-solving abilities and good judgement under pressure.

* Motivation to ensure high-quality work.

* Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

* Ownership and responsibility for resolving issues promptly.

Desirable Skills:

* Experience with Vivado, Libero, and Quartus tool chains.

* Knowledge of Verilog, System Verilog, and cryptographic algorithms.

* Familiarity with UVM / OSVVM or Assertion Based Verification for design validation.

* Understanding of Network Layer 2 and Layer 3 protocols, USB 3.2, and NVMe interfaces.

* Previous experience with high-speed and ultra-low power FPGA technologies.

* Familiarity with Redhat Linux.

Conditions:

* Must be a British and able to obtain and retain unconditional DV security clearance.

Salary:

* £50k – 75k DOE + Benefits

Join my client’s team and take your career to the next level! Apply now and work on groundbreaking technologies and become part of a forward-thinking company dedicated to excellence and innovation

FPGA Engineer / Senior FPGA Engineer

Derby, UK
Full time

Published on 01/03/2025

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