Senior FPGA Engineer

Mass Limited; Bracebridge; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology development company in Bracebridge is seeking a Senior FPGA Engineer to join its modelling team. The role involves leading FPGA architecture design for RF signal processing and real-time systems. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in FPGA design, DSP algorithms, and proficiency in VHDL and MATLAB/Simulink. The engineer will work closely with teams on integration challenges and mentor junior engineers. A commitment to employee wellbeing is central to the company's culture.

Benefits

Comprehensive wellbeing programmes

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in DSP algorithm development on FPGA architectures.
• Experience with MATLAB/Simulink and HDL Coder for hardware workflows.
• Proven ability to develop on Xilinx RFSoC and/or Intel Agilex platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, implementation and verification of advanced FPGA architectures.
• Develop for AMD/Xilinx RFSoCs and Intel FPGAs.
• Support test and lab evaluation using signal generators and spectrum analyzers.

Skills

DSP algorithm development

FPGA architectures

VHDL

SystemVerilog

C/C++ programming

Embedded systems

Technical leadership

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

Vivado

Quartus

ModelSim

Oscilloscopes

Signal generators

Job description

As part of this growth, MASS is looking for a Senior FPGA Engineer to join our modelling team in North Hykeham, Lincoln, supporting team development and the delivery of technical excellence. This is a collaborative hands‑on role suited to someone with considerable experience in FPGA design and a passion for developing signal processing systems for complex, real‑world challenges. You'll work closely with cross‑functional teams, acting as a technical lead in the design and delivery of systems that include RF signal chains, high‑speed digital interfaces, and real‑time DSP. Your work will influence key architectural decisions, address integration challenges, and help shape the development of reconfigurable hardware platforms for use in mission‑critical environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation and verification of advanced FPGA architectures for RF signal processing, high-throughput data handling, and real-time logic.
• Develop for AMD/Xilinx RFSoCs (e.g. Zynq UltraScale+) and Intel FPGAs (e.g. Agilex), including integration with high-speed ADCs/DACs.
• Support test and lab evaluation using signal generators, spectrum analysers, and oscilloscopes.
• Lead or contribute to the implementation of designs using VHDL, SystemVerilog, and MATLAB/Simulink HDL Coder.
• Develop C/C++ software for deployment to embedded systems.
• Use industry-standard tools such as Vivado, Quartus, and ModelSim for simulation, synthesis and implementation.
• Drive design verification, unit testing, documentation and best practice in FPGA development.
• Act as a technical expert in reviews, solution development, and internal consultation across teams.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership across FPGA projects.
• Engage with stakeholders to capture requirements and ensure technical solutions align with project and business requirements.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in DSP algorithm development on FPGA architectures to deliver designs for real‑time, high‑speed or RF‑centric systems.
• Experience with MATLAB/Simulink and HDL Coder for algorithm‑to‑hardware workflows.
• Proven ability to develop and deploy on Xilinx RFSoC (e.g. Zynq UltraScale+) and/or Intel Agilex/Stratix platforms.
• Experience line‑management of junior team members.
• Experience using laboratory equipment for digital hardware/firmware design testing (oscilloscopes, signal generators, logic analysers).

Desirable Experience

• Experience working with embedded Linux, bare‑metal C drivers, or FPGA‑based system integration.
• Proficiency in VHDL, SystemVerilog, and embedded C for FPGA‑host integration, control and testing.
• Familiarity with AXI interfaces, memory interfaces, JESD204B/C, or high‑speed ADC/DAC integration.
• Experience designing streaming architectures using AXI4‑Stream, DMA and memory buffers (e.g. BRAM, URAM).
• Knowledge of data framing, tagging and high‑throughput IQ data handling.
• Experience working with synthetic electromagnetic environments and their associated software and hardware requirements and limitations.
• Familiarity with Atlassian products (Jira/Bitbucket) for project and task management and collaborative development.
• Experience with C/C++ for embedded systems.
• Knowledge of EW systems and concepts, including radar systems.

Wellbeing is at the core to our culture, allowing employees to flourish and to achieve their full potential. Our people are important to us, and we take pride in our wellbeing programmes and policies that support individuals, including mental health first aiders and readily available support through our extensive employee assistance programme.

Non‑Negotiables

• A UK National.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain a UK Government SC‑level security clearance.