PhD Algorithm Engineer — Signal Processing & Touch Tech

Octagon Group; Fareham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Octagon Group in Fareham, Hampshire, seeks a PhD Graduate Algorithm Engineer to develop and test signal-processing and touch-detection algorithms. You will build simulations in MATLAB/Simulink or Python and analyse data from sensor prototypes, contributing to algorithm testing and performance improvements.

You will collaborate with IC design, firmware and validation teams, document findings, and help drive advancing research and development in touch technologies.

Qualifications

• PhD in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related field.
• Strong understanding of signals and systems, including sampling, filtering and signal analysis.
• Experience using MATLAB or Python for data analysis or algorithm development.
• Interest in electronics, sensors and physical measurement systems.
• Exposure to DSP, embedded C/C++, Simulink or mixed-signal systems would be beneficial.
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills with a hands-on approach to problem-solving.
• Willingness to travel when required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and test signal-processing and touch-detection algorithms.
• Build simulations and models using MATLAB/Simulink or Python.
• Analyse data and measurements from sensor prototypes and hardware platforms.
• Support algorithm testing, verification and performance improvements.
• Work closely with IC design, firmware and validation teams.
• Document findings and contribute to ongoing research and development.

Skills

Signal processing

Python

MATLAB/Simulink

Analytical thinking

Education

PhD in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

Python

DSP concepts

Embedded C/C++

Job description

Octagon Group in Fareham, Hampshire, seeks a PhD Graduate Algorithm Engineer to develop and test signal-processing and touch-detection algorithms. You will build simulations in MATLAB/Simulink or Python and analyse data from sensor prototypes, contributing to algorithm testing and performance improvements.

You will collaborate with IC design, firmware and validation teams, document findings, and help drive advancing research and development in touch technologies.