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Requirements
Must:
We are looking for candidates who meet the following criteria:
- A degree in a relevant STEM field (e.g., Electronics, Electrical, Computer, or Communications Engineering).
- Strong FPGA design fundamentals and VHDL skills, with the ability to write, test, and debug via simulation and on-device.
- Familiarity with at least one major toolchain (e.g., Vivado, Quartus, or Libero) and experience with version control systems (GIT/SVN/CVS).
- For experienced candidates, proven end-to-end FPGA delivery, interface definition, TCL scripting, and robust verification approaches (e.g., UVM/OSVVM/ABV) are essential.
- Bonus points for experience with Xilinx, Intel (Altera), or Microchip devices; ModelSim/QuestaSim; SystemVerilog/Verilog; Layer-2/3 networking, USB 3.2, or NVMe; Red Hat Linux; and interest in cryptographic systems.
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and time-management skills, with the ability to work autonomously and collaboratively.
- Please note, due to the nature of our projects requiring very high-level security clearance, you must be a British Citizen and have lived in the UK consistently for the past decade. You should also be willing to obtain security clearance before starting.
Responsibilities
In this role, your responsibilities will include:
- Designing and developing FPGA modules and subsystems across a range of devices and SoC platforms.
- Creating clean, maintainable RTL (VHDL / Verilog / SystemVerilog); building testbenches, and validating via simulation and hardware.
- Integrating FPGA blocks into wider system architectures, and collaborating with software, hardware, and verification colleagues.
- Keeping pace with new devices, tooling, and methods; championing quality, reliability, and best practices.
- For senior hires, leading work-packages, owning interfaces and delivery plans, mentoring others, and driving verification strategy.
Description
We are excited to offer a brilliant opportunity to join our innovative team as we build high-integrity, security-critical FPGA solutions. Whether you're a recent graduate or a seasoned engineer, you will work on cutting-edge designs used in complex, mission-critical products, with exposure to applied cryptography and wider microelectronics. This position is located in Derby, and travel between sites may be required. The salary range is £30,000 to £75,000, depending on experience, along with a competitive benefits package, including pension and life assurance. We are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require reasonable adjustments during your application or interview, please let us know.
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