Firmware Engineer

Copello Global Ltd; Romsey; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Copello Global Ltd is seeking a firmware engineer for a Gloucester-based role on mission-critical programmes. You will work on SDR, FPGA, RF and SIGINT systems in secure environments, developing OpenCPI components with C/C++ and HDL, and driving hardware/software integration.

The role requires strong VHDL/FPGA capabilities, OpenCPI experience, and knowledge of SDR/DSP/RF. A background in defence or national security is advantageous, with excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Strong VHDL and FPGA development experience.
• Experience with OpenCPI.
• Knowledge of SDR, DSP and/or RF technologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop OpenCPI components using C/C++ and HDL.
• Design and optimise FPGA solutions using VHDL/Verilog.
• Integrate DSP into FPGA and embedded Linux environments.
• Support SDR, RF and SIGINT systems.
• Contribute to technical design, architecture and hardware/software integration.
• Work with customers and delivery teams in secure environments.

Skills

VHDL

FPGA

C/C++

embedded Linux

OpenCPI

SDR

DSP

RF

Tools

Verilog

HDL

Job description

Firmware Engineer - Gloucester- up to £90,000 We've got a unique opportunity for an SC cleared Firmware Engineer to join our client on mission-critical programmes of work.

Join a growing technology organisation delivering mission-critical solutions across National Security and Defence. You'll work on cutting-edge SDR, FPGA, RF and SIGINT technologies within secure customer environments.

The Role

We're looking for an experienced Firmware Engineer with strong VHDL and FPGA expertise to:

• Develop OpenCPI components using C/C++ and HDL.
• Design and optimise FPGA solutions using VHDL/Verilog.
• Integrate DSP into FPGA and embedded Linux environments.
• Support SDR, RF and SIGINT systems.
• Contribute to technical design, architecture and hardware/software integration.
• Work with customers and delivery teams in secure environments.

About You

You'll have:

• Strong VHDL and FPGA development experience.
• Experience with OpenCPI.
• Knowledge of SDR, DSP and/or RF technologies.
• C/C++ and embedded Linux experience.
• Ideally, a background in Defence, National Security or communications.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.