FPGA Design Engineer - Secure Systems (SC Clearance)

Viasat; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology firm in Farnborough is seeking an experienced FPGA Design Engineer to lead the design and development of advanced digital solutions. The successful candidate will manage the project lifecycle, from requirements gathering to delivery, while ensuring technical compliance and performance optimization. Strong experience in FPGA development using VHDL is essential. Candidates must be able to obtain UK SC clearance. This role offers opportunities to work in a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team, contributing to innovative projects.

Qualifications

• Experience taking FPGA designs through the complete development life cycle.
• Strong skills in FPGA development using VHDL.
• Ability to optimise designs for performance and power dissipation.
• Experience performing integration/debug of FPGA solutions in hardware.
• Experience in using configuration management systems for code control.

Responsibilities

• Owns the delivery of the FPGA solution from requirements through development.
• Leads the elicitation of requirements to define the FPGA implementation.
• Works with Project Manager to define project plan.
• Responsible for the interface with external FPGA and IP suppliers.

Job description

A global technology firm in Farnborough is seeking an experienced FPGA Design Engineer to lead the design and development of advanced digital solutions. The successful candidate will manage the project lifecycle, from requirements gathering to delivery, while ensuring technical compliance and performance optimization. Strong experience in FPGA development using VHDL is essential. Candidates must be able to obtain UK SC clearance. This role offers opportunities to work in a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team, contributing to innovative projects.