Senior FPGA Engineer

X4 Technology; Slough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking engineering company is seeking a Senior FPGA Engineer to lead FPGA design and development of cutting-edge sensor technology. The ideal candidate has over 4 years of experience in FPGA design, proficiency in VHDL or Verilog, and a solid understanding of signal-processing architectures. This position offers a competitive salary of up to £75,000, a collaborative environment, and easy access to transportation, making it a great opportunity for a skilled engineer looking to innovate.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £75,000

Work with cutting-edge sensor and FPGA technologies

Convenient location near train station

Qualifications

• 4+ years of FPGA design experience in a commercial or R&D environment.
• Proven skills in VHDL or Verilog for FPGA development.
• Experience integrating with embedded processors.

Responsibilities

• Lead FPGA design and development in VHDL or Verilog.
• Work with ADC/DAC-based signal processing and high-speed data paths.
• Implement and optimize communication interfaces.

Skills

FPGA design experience

Proficiency in VHDL

Proficiency in Verilog

Understanding of signal-processing architectures

Experience with SPI and I²C communication

Education

Degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field

Job description

Senior FPGA Engineer – Cutting-Edge Sensor Technology

Up to £75,000 DOE

Join a forward-thinking engineering team developing next-generation sensor and signal-processing technology used in advanced industrial and scientific applications.

We’re seeking an experienced Senior FPGA Engineer who enjoys hands‑on design and ownership of the full FPGA development lifecycle from concept through to deployment. You’ll be part of a collaborative, close-knit R&D group, where your technical input genuinely shapes product innovation.

What You’ll Do

• Lead FPGA design and development in VHDL or Verilog, from architecture through verification and test
• Work with ADC/DAC-based signal processing and high-speed data paths
• Implement and optimize communication interfaces SPI, I²C, UART, RS-232/485, and other serial links
• Collaborate with hardware, firmware, and systems engineers across the full product lifecycle
• Contribute to continuous improvement of design flows and methodologies

What You’ll Bring

• 4+ years of FPGA design experience in a commercial or R&D environment
• Proven skills in VHDL or Verilog for FPGA development
• Solid understanding of signal‑processing architectures and high-speed serial interfaces
• Experience integrating with embedded processors and digital communicationles
• Degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field

Why Join

• Competitive salary up to £75,000 (depending on experience)
• Work with cutting-edge sensor and FPGA technologies
• Convenient location – short walk from the train station, easy access from London, Reading, and the M3 corridor

🎯 Apply now to explore this exciting opportunity!