Senior FPGA Development Engineer

Senior FPGA Development Engineer

Sole UK Nationals Only

Are you ready to be part of the future? This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward‑thinking technology organisation at the forefront of advanced defence and security solutions. You'll work on cutting‑edge systems that help protect lives and deliver real‑world impact, collaborating with some of the brightest engineers in the industry.

We are looking for a Senior FPGA Development Engineer to join a high‑performing engineering team working on advanced FPGA solutions across multiple technology domains.

The Role

As a Senior FPGA Development Engineer, you will be responsible for developing FPGA‑based solutions across a range of complex and innovative technology areas, including:

Radio Frequency and Optical Communications

RADAR and Electronic Warfare

Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS)

Cyber and Crypto‑SecurityYou will work across the full project lifecycle, developing solutions from early proof‑of‑concept demonstrators through to fully qualified production systems.

Key Responsibilities

Take ownership of the development and delivery of complex FPGA designs from inception to deployment

Capture and manage requirements, develop system architectures, and produce detailed designs

Implement, verify, validate, and document FPGA solutions

Collaborate closely with multi‑disciplinary project teams and stakeholders

Deliver high‑quality solutions to agreed timescales, cost, and technical performance standards

Contribute to continuous technical improvement and innovation across projects

Essential Experience

Proven track record in developing complex FPGA‑based systems, including design, implementation, verification, and validation

Experience working with domain experts to define conceptual system solutions and translate them into efficient FPGA implementations

Strong knowledge of System on Chip (SoC) designs, including configuration and integration

Experience working with soft and hard core CPUs such as Zynq, Microblaze, ARM, or RISC‑V

Familiarity with standard buses and interconnects such as AXI, AHB, or Wishbone

Ability to specify and integrate software interfaces alongside FPGA designs

Essential Qualifications

Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or a closely related discipline

Security & Eligibility

Sole UK Nationals Only

Eligibility to obtain and maintain high‑level UK security clearance is essential for this role

Working Arrangements

Full‑time position (37 hours per week)

Hybrid working available

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to work on some of the UK's most advanced technology programmes in a collaborative, inclusive environment where innovation thrives. You will be encouraged to share ideas, challenge conventions, and develop your career while working on projects that genuinely matter.

Our teams value collaboration, curiosity, and technical excellence, creating an environment where people from different backgrounds and disciplines work together to solve complex problems and deliver impactful solutions.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme with matched contributions and life assurance

Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional leave

Private Medical, Dental and Health Cash Plan options

Employee discount portal covering travel, insurance, retail, leisure and more

Formal support for the Armed Forces community, including recognition under the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme

Volunteering opportunities supporting local communities and charities