Lead FPGA Architect — Secure Communications

Precept Recruit; Belper CP; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Company pension

Death in service 4x

EV car scheme

Discount platform

Job summary

Precept Recruit is seeking a Principle FPGA Engineer for an on-site Derby role. You will lead FPGA development across the lifecycle, defining interfaces, building test benches, and delivering high-quality artefacts in a dynamic, UK sovereign tech environment. Some UK travel may be required.

The ideal candidate has eight+ years in FPGA design, strong VHDL skills, TCL scripting, and familiarity with Riviera Pro or QuestaSim, plus Git/SVN version control, to drive advanced, secure FPGA solutions.

Qualifications

• Eight+ years in FPGA design and development.
• Extensive VHDL experience with FPGA tooling.
• Knowledge of current FPGA/SoC tech and build toolchains.
• Proficient TCL scripting and design artefact production.
• Experience with Riviera Pro or QuestaSim.
• Version control experience (Git/SVN).
• Degree in a STEM field or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Architect FPGA systems for new products.
• Capture and interpret technical requirements.
• Lead FPGA module design and development.
• Define interfaces between components.
• Develop test benches to verify operation.
• Produce clear design documentation.
• Diagnose complex issues and propose solutions.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

FPGA design

VHDL

TCL scripting

SoC technologies

design artefacts

technical leadership

Education

STEM degree (Bachelor's or higher)

Tools

Riviera Pro

QuestaSim

Git / SVN

Job description

Precept Recruit is seeking a Principle FPGA Engineer for an on-site Derby role. You will lead FPGA development across the lifecycle, defining interfaces, building test benches, and delivering high-quality artefacts in a dynamic, UK sovereign tech environment. Some UK travel may be required.

The ideal candidate has eight+ years in FPGA design, strong VHDL skills, TCL scripting, and familiarity with Riviera Pro or QuestaSim, plus Git/SVN version control, to drive advanced, secure FPGA solutions.