Firmware & FPGA Developer

Yolk Recruitment Ltd; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Firmware/FPGA Developer to join their client's team in Stevenage. This role involves developing innovative FPGA firmware solutions for advanced Electro-Optical systems, crucial for complex weapon programmes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in firmware design and development, particularly for high-speed video manipulation. Adaptability and the ability to engage with various partners are essential, making this an exciting opportunity for skilled professionals looking to contribute to cutting-edge technology.

Responsibilities

• Develop FPGA firmware solutions for EO Seekers & Sensors products.
• Support the development and delivery of complex weapon programmes.

Skills

Firmware design and development for Xilinx-SPF-Fibre video transceiver

High speed, synchronised video manipulation

VHDL

USB

HDMI

Test-bench development

Configuration Management principles

Engaging with technical partners

Adaptability

Teamwork

Job description

Job Title

Firmware/FPGA Developer

Overview of department

We have a fantastic opportunity to join our client's Electro-Optical (EO) Seekers & Sensors Department as a FPGA Engineer. We are responsible for supporting complex weapon programmes through the provision of specialist Electro-Optical support. Depending on the programme this will vary from specification and assessment through to delivery and support. We also lead and conduct industry-leading innovative R&D activities to support future emerging programmes.

Responsibilities

The successful applicant will join our team developing ground-breaking EO Seekers & Sensors for our complex weapons. You will be responsible for the development of FPGA firmware solutions to support a number of products.

Skillset/experience required

Essential

• Firmware design and development for Xilinx-SPF-Fibre video transceiver and implementation of high speed, synchronised video manipulation; VHDL, USB, HDMI, Taxi, Test-bench development
• Understanding and experience of Configuration Management principles
• Have a consistent track record of on time delivery particularly in a dynamic working environment.
• Able to engage with a broad range of partners and forge strategic technical relationships.
• Be adaptable, self-starting and able to work both independently and as part of a team.

Desirable

• Systems engineering; consulting with internal customers and stakeholder to elicit and capture system requirements, completing design decomposition, firmware subsystem and other software/mechanical/functional subsystem specifications.