Junior FPGA Engineer

IC Resources; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

IC Resources is seeking a Junior FPGA Engineer to join the Control Systems team, developing real-time hardware for advanced quantum networking platforms. This role offers exposure to RTL design, verification, hardware bring-up and system integration across cutting-edge tech.

Ideal candidates have SystemVerilog/Verilog/VHDL experience, familiarity with Xilinx/Intel FPGA platforms, and knowledge of SPI/I2C/Ethernet interfaces. Strong collaboration and willingness to learn are essential.

Qualifications

• Commercial experience with SystemVerilog, Verilog or VHDL.
• Experience with Xilinx or Intel FPGA platforms.
• Understanding of SPI, I2C, or Ethernet interfaces.
• Knowledge of FPGA verification and timing closure.
• Python scripting experience would be beneficial.
• Strong communication and collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Develop FPGA designs for Xilinx- and Intel-based systems.
• Support embedded software integration and create verification environments.
• Contribute to debugging and automation workflows.
• Work closely with senior engineers to learn and grow in real-time control systems.

Skills

SystemVerilog

Verilog

VHDL

Xilinx FPGA

Intel FPGA

SPI

I2C

Ethernet

FPGA verification

Timing closure

Python scripting

Communication

Embedded C/Rust

Linux

Tools

Xilinx tools

Intel tools

Job description

We are supporting a fast-growing quantum technology company developing the networking infrastructure that will enable the next generation of scalable quantum computing. They are looking to add a Junior FPGA Engineer to their Control Systems team, developing the real-time hardware that sits at the heart of advanced quantum networking platforms.

This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career FPGA Engineer looking to work on cutting‑edge technology alongside experienced hardware, software, and physics specialists. You’ll gain exposure to the full development lifecycle, from RTL design and verification through to hardware bring‑up, system integration, and deployment on advanced quantum networking platforms.

The role will involve developing FPGA designs for Xilinx‑based systems, supporting embedded software integration, creating verification environments, and contributing to debugging and automation workflows. You’ll work closely with senior engineers while developing the skills needed to design robust, real‑time control systems.

They are looking for a Junior FPGA Engineer with the following background:

• Commercial experience with SystemVerilog, Verilog, or VHDL
• Experience with Xilinx or Intel FPGA platforms
• Understanding of communication interfaces such as SPI, I²C, or Ethernet
• Knowledge of FPGA verification and timing closure
• Python scripting experience would be beneficial
• Strong communication skills and a willingness to learn in a collaborative environment

Experience with embedded C/Rust, Linux, real‑time systems, or RF hardware would be advantageous but is not essential.