Senior FPGA Engineer

ESRF - The European Synchrotron Radiation Facility; Grenoble; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Financial support for relocation

Collaborative international environment

Support for quality of life

Job summary

A leading international research institute in Grenoble seeks a Senior Electronics Engineer to develop FPGA-based systems and lead innovative projects in electronics for synchrotron radiation experiments. The ideal candidate will possess at least 10 years of experience in both digital and analog electronic systems and will be involved in high-impact projects such as timing systems for accelerators and control electronics for experimental stations. This position offers permanent contract, competitive compensation, and a vibrant working environment in the heart of the Alps.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of practical experience in developing digital and analog electronic systems.
• Proven expertise in FPGA-based architectures for high-performance projects.
• Experience in leading complex technical projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and integrate FPGA-based control and data-acquisition architectures.
• Lead multidisciplinary development projects leveraging FPGA and advanced electronics solutions.
• Collaborate with engineers and scientists for electronics advancements.

Skills

FPGA programming

Digital and analog electronic systems

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Presentation and technical documentation

Team collaboration

Documentation

English communication

Education

Higher university degree (Master or equivalent diploma)

Tools

FPGA toolchains (VHDL/Verilog)

PCB design tools

Testing and instrumentation

Job description

The Electronics Unit within the Detector & Electronics Group of the Instrumentation Services and Development Division provides cutting-edge development and support in control electronics for instrumentation across the ESRF experimental stations and accelerator complex.

As a Senior Electronics Engineer in the Electronics Unit, you will:

• Develop and integrate FPGA-based control and data-acquisition architectures;
• Lead multidisciplinary development projects leveraging FPGA, and advanced digital and mixed-signal electronics solutions;
• Collaborate with engineers and scientists to push the boundaries of electronics for synchrotron radiation experiments instrumentation.

You will have the opportunity to work on exciting and high-impact projects, including:

• Development of the timing system for the sequencing and synchronisation of the accelerator complex using the White Rabbit technology;
• Contribution to the design of a next-generation Linear Accelerator within an international collaboration programme;
• Participation in the design of control electronics for state-of-art experimental stations;
• Implementation of high-throughput data readout systems for X-ray detectors.

We are looking for a motivated engineer with a passion for innovation in electronics and a desire to take ownership of challenging projects in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Expected profile

• A higher university degree (Master or equivalent diploma offering 300 ECTS) in electronics or closely related area.
• At least ten years of practical experience in the development of digital and analog electronic systems, including FPGA programming.
• Proven expertise and hands‑on experience in FPGA-based architectures for high-performance projects, including high-speed data processing and transmission.
• Sound experience in design and prototyping of electronic boards and systems and the required development tools.
• Experience in leading complex technical projects.
• Strong background in the use of computing tools, including some basic programming skills for testing and operation of electronic instrumentation.
• A genuine interest in working within a multidisciplinary and international environment, with strong interpersonal skills and team spirit.
• Ability to abstract complex problems and apply critical thinking.
• Autonomous, well‑organised and methodical in approach.
• Good writing, presentation and technical documentation skills.
• Project and time management skills are an asset.
• Proficiency in English (working language at the ESRF).

Working conditions

Permanent contract.

The salary will be calculated on the basis of relevant qualifications and professional experience.

Do you recognize yourself in this description? Apply now for your next professional adventure!

What we offer:

• Join an innovative international research institute, with a workforce from 38 different countries
• Collaborate with global experts to advance science and address societal challenges
• Come and live in a vibrant city, in the heart of the Alps, and Europe's Green Capital 2022
• Enjoy a workplace designed to support your quality of life
• Benefit from ourcompetitive compensation and allowances package, including financial support for your relocation to Grenoble

The ESRF is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from disabled persons.