FPGA Design Engineer

Defence iQ; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the technology sector seeks several FPGA Design Engineers to develop cutting-edge technology across various applications. Successful candidates will be involved in the entire FPGA design lifecycle, working with the latest technologies from top vendors, and collaborate with multi-disciplinary engineering teams. This position offers competitive salary and substantial opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Performance bonus of up to 21% of base salary

Competitive pension plan with up to 14% contributions

Flexible working hours

Enhanced parental leave up to 26 weeks

Qualifications

• Proven experience in FPGA design and development across the entire lifecycle.
• Strong knowledge of HDL languages (VHDL/SystemVerilog) and design methodologies.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Designing and implementing complex FPGA architectures using VHDL, Simulink, and related tools.
• Developing verification environments and testbenches using VHDL, SystemVerilog, and UVM methodologies.
• Producing high-quality design documentation and ensuring designs meet stringent engineering standards.

Skills

FPGA design

VHDL

SystemVerilog

verification methodologies

embedded C

Education

Degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering

Tools

QuestaSim

ModelSim

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The Opportunity

We're looking for several talented

safety/security-critical systems!

In this role, you'll be involved in

The Opportunity

We're looking for several talented FPGA Design Engineers to join our client, developing cutting-edge technology across a broad range of applications. Projects span from advanced signal processing systems (Image/Radio), through to core embedded processing platforms and safety/security-critical systems!

In this role, you'll be involved in all phases of the FPGA design lifecycle - from requirements capture through to final validated design. You'll have the opportunity to influence architecture, work with the latest technologies from top FPGA vendors, and collaborate closely with multi-disciplinary teams across engineering domains.

What You'll Be Doing

• Designing and implementing complex FPGA architectures using VHDL, Simulink, and related tools
• Targeting devices from leading vendors including Xilinx, Intel, and Microsemi
• Developing verification environments and testbenches using VHDL, SystemVerilog, and UVM methodologies
• Utilizing industry-standard toolsets such as QuestaSim and ModelSim
• Writing and integrating low-level software in C to support FPGA testing and embedded system integration
• Producing high-quality design documentation and ensuring designs meet stringent engineering standards
• Collaborating with hardware, software, and systems teams throughout the development process
  
  

What We're Looking For

• A degree (or equivalent qualification/experience) in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
• Proven experience in FPGA design and development, ideally across the full development lifecycle
• Strong knowledge of HDL languages (VHDL/SystemVerilog) and design methodologies
• Familiarity with FPGA verification frameworks and tools
• Experience writing embedded C for system bring-up and integration
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Excellent communication and documentation skills
  
  

Why Join our client?

• Work on innovative and meaningful projects with real-world impact
• Access the latest FPGA technologies and tools
• Be part of a supportive, growing team of experts and specialists
• Opportunities for career development, training, and technical leadership
  
  

What They Can Offer

Performance Bonus.

Earn a bonus of up to 21% of your base salary!

Pension Scheme.

Competitive pension plan, combined contributions of up to 14%.

Flexible Working.

Enhanced Parental Leave.

We offer up to 26 weeks of enhanced maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave. Additional support is available for paternity leave, neonatal care, and fertility-related treatments and testing.

Ready to make your mark in the world of FPGA design? Apply now!

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