FPGA Engineer

FPGA Engineer Cambridge, UK (Onsite) Permanent Overview We are seeking an experienced FPGA Engineer to join a growing team delivering innovative solutions for Defence and Homeland Security applications.

This role offers the opportunity to work across the full product lifecycle, developing advanced FPGA-based technologies for complex engineering challenges. Working within multidisciplinary teams, you will contribute to cutting-edge research, prototype development, and proof-of-concept solutions, helping to create technologies that support critical defence and security capabilities.

Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and implement FPGA firmware solutions using VHDL or Verilog. Capture and analyse system requirements, translating them into robust FPGA architectures and designs. Develop, test, and validate FPGA implementations throughout the product lifecycle. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on system integration, prototyping, and technical problem-solving. Support the development of innovative technologies across defence, communications, and signal processing applications. Required Skills & Experience Experience developing FPGA firmware using VHDL and/or Verilog.

Hands-on experience with FPGA development tool chains such as Vivado or Quartus. Proven track record of designing and implementing FPGA-based technology solutions. Strong understanding of FPGA verification, debugging, and testing methodologies. Relevant degree in Electronics, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline. Additional Information Candidates must be eligible for UK Security Clearance. This role is not eligible for UKVI visa sponsorship.

Based at a modern engineering and research facility just south of Cambridge.