Principal Digital Signal Processing Engineer

Cambridge Consultants Ltd; Hartford; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology consultancy in the UK is looking for a skilled professional to design and develop innovative signal processing prototype systems. The role requires over 7 years of experience in digital signal processing and FPGA design. Candidates should possess strong programming skills in C, C++, or Rust and be proficient in scripting languages like MATLAB or Python. This opportunity offers involvement across all phases of technology development for exciting clients in the government sector.

Benefits

Collaborative working environment

Opportunities for career development

Involvement in cutting-edge technologies

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in digital signal processing.
• Proficiency in FPGA design, verification, and RTL coding.
• Experience with scripting tools like MATLAB or Python.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop prototype systems for signal processing.
• Engage with clients to showcase innovative capabilities.
• Involve in all stages of technology development.

Skills

Signal processing theory

FPGA design

MATLAB

C++ programming

Python

Unit testing

Communication skills

Education

MS/BS in a relevant field

Tools

RF test equipment

Audio test equipment

Job description

Overview

In this role you will design and develop prototype systems that demonstrate novel capabilities for a diverse range of products. Whereas Cambridge Consultants has produced innovations linked below for commercial entities, our team has been spun out in order to provide this sort of advanced capability for US Government clients.

Key Achievements

• Ultra‑reliable communications for satellites
• IP block acceleration of Voice Activity Detection using custom in‑house DSP cores
• Map‑based indoor navigation using sensor fusion
• Next generation commercial radio receiver design
• Communications system for a fleet of bots in a challenging indoor environment

You’ll engage with clients that are stretching the art of the possible by combining state‑of‑the‑art signal processing theory with a practical approach to implementation on a wide variety of processing platforms.

What we offer

You’ll have the opportunity to steer your career along the path of your choice, whether you prefer meeting and talking with clients or leading teams on innovative projects. Our collaborative and supportive working environment allows our engineers to quickly develop their skills and knowledge in unfamiliar areas, enabling us to drive development of cutting‑edge technologies at a rapid pace. As a member of this new team, you will be involved in every stage of our technology development life cycle, from developing proof‑of‑concept demonstrations for initial sales leads to designing, implementing, and testing innovative new products. In addition to day‑to‑day project work you’ll also play a part in creating the Capgemini of tomorrow: contributing to new IP generation, influencing the direction of our DSP skillset development, and evolving our capabilities in groundbreaking new technologies.

Qualifications

• A passion for signal processing with a desire to broaden your horizons in new and exciting areas
• MS/BS with 7+ years of experience in a field related to digital signal processing (e.g., computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, physics, mathematics, etc.)
• Good knowledge of signal processing theory and applications for communications systems
• 7+ years experience in FPGA design, verification, synthesis, and RTL coding/simulation
• Experience with scripting and analysis tools such as MATLAB or Python
• C, C++, or Rust programming and software engineering skills
• Good testing habits: unit testing, system testing, regression testing, etc.
• Verbal and written communication skills to convey your designs and ideas

Advantageous Experience

• Experience in embedded real‑time programming
• Experience with RF or Audio test equipment
• Experience in image, audio, and/or machine learning algorithm development and implementation
• Exposure to relevant industry communications standards (3GPP, IEEE, WiFi, Bluetooth, etc.)

Capgemini and Cambridge Consultants

The Cambridge Consultants brand under Capgemini develops breakthrough products, creates and licenses intellectual property, and provides business consultancy in technology‑critical issues for clients worldwide. For more than 50 years, the company has been helping its clients turn business opportunities into commercial successes, whether they are launching first‑to‑market products, entering new markets, or expanding existing markets through the introduction of new technologies. The Capgemini Group is a global leader in partnering with companies to transform and manage their business by harnessing the power of technology. The Group is guided every day by its purpose of unleashing human energy through technology for an inclusive and sustainable future. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries, reporting 2023 Global revenues of €22.5 billion. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs.