Semiconductor Jobs

Processor Architect

This role involves defining and driving the architecture of high-performance compute engines for AI acceleration, from ISA and execution units to memory hierarchies and on-chip interconnects. The architect will lead exploration, create performance models, and work closely with design and verification teams to ensure real-world performance and efficiency. Close collaboration with software and system teams ensures the silicon delivers practical application gains, not just theoretical benchmarks.

Fractile Bristol, United Kingdom

Senior Verification Engineer

The role involves leading pre-silicon RTL verification for AI-focused integrated circuits, developing testbenches, creating functional models, and ensuring high functional quality of RTL releases. The engineer will collaborate closely with hardware, software, and architecture teams, applying software-driven methodologies to improve verification workflows. Work includes coverage closure, assertion-based checking, and contributing to architectural discussions in a fast-paced, full-stack environment.

Fractile Bristol, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Hardware Engineer

Design and validate high-speed digital electronics, FPGA solutions, and embedded software while developing automated test systems using Python. Engage in customer-facing technical support, product demonstrations, and field engineering, contributing customer insights back into development. Work in a fast-paced environment combining hands-on hardware and software development with AI-assisted workflows.

Platform Recruitment Edinburgh, Alba / Scotland, United Kingdom £30,000 – £40,000 pa

Senior Embedded Systems Engineer

The Senior Embedded Systems Engineer will lead the design and development of advanced embedded systems, from requirements capture to production support. Responsibilities include technical mentorship, system architecture, real-time software development, and compliance with industry standards.

Catalyst Peterlee, County Durham, United Kingdom £60,000 – £70,000 pa

Graduate Electronics Engineer

This role involves contributing to the development of advanced electronic systems, including implementing signal and data-processing algorithms in VHDL, designing PCBs with FPGAs and high-speed interfaces, and developing test firmware and embedded software. The position is ideal for recent graduates or PhD candidates with a strong academic background in electronics, physics, or computer science.

Platform Recruitment Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom £45,000 – £55,000 pa

Assembly Engineer

The role involves managing semiconductor assembly and packaging processes from prototype to volume production, working closely with design and manufacturing teams. It focuses on improving yield, supporting new product introductions, and ensuring manufacturability and reliability of RF semiconductor devices. The engineer will coordinate with external partners and drive process optimisation across quality and efficiency.

Forefront RF Cambridge, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

RF Engineer

Design and develop RF front-end circuits and functional blocks for high-performance multi-chip modules. Collaborate with IC, systems, and software teams to integrate advanced RF technologies and optimise module performance. Work in a fast-paced start-up environment to deliver innovative wireless solutions to market.

Forefront RF Cambridge, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Senior CPU Compiler Performance Engineer

This role involves developing and optimising compiler software for NVIDIA's next-generation CPUs, with a focus on performance in AI and high-performance computing workloads. You'll work on hardware-software co-design, contribute to open-source compiler projects like LLVM and GCC, and collaborate with distributed teams to improve compiler toolchains. The position is central to advancing NVIDIA's data centre and supercomputing technologies through deep performance analysis and upstream innovation.

NVIDIA

Electronic Design Engineer

This role involves designing and developing electronic hardware from specification to production, working in a multi-disciplinary team. Responsibilities include analogue and digital circuit design, FPGA programming, and product validation for international markets.

White Label Recruitment Winsford, Cheshire, United Kingdom £35,000 – £60,000 pa

IC Verification Engineer

The IC Verification Engineer will develop and execute verification strategies for mixed-signal IP and FlexICs, working closely with digital and analog designers to ensure right-first-time tapeouts. Responsibilities include creating test bench environments, debugging failures, and reporting verification results.

Pragmatic Semiconductor Cambridge, CB4 0WH, United Kingdom

Process Engineering Technician (x2)

This role involves providing critical support to production lines by conducting process checks, resolving issues, and improving process stability and quality. You will work closely with the Process Engineering team to diagnose and correct process failures, maintain high up-time, and train operators and technicians.

Pragmatic Semiconductor Durham, DH7 8RJ, United Kingdom

Senior System Software Engineer, Tegra Security Software

This role involves developing and maintaining security software for NVIDIA's automotive platforms, focusing on PKCS#11 and Tegra chipsets. You will work closely with global teams to ensure robust and secure software solutions, from development to deployment and issue resolution.

NVIDIA Cambridge, United Kingdom

Shift Process Engineers x 3

The Shift Process Engineer role involves providing first-line process engineering support in a 24/7 semiconductor manufacturing operation. Responsibilities include troubleshooting process issues, managing tool requalification, and coordinating with various teams to maintain production flow and quality.

CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom £50,000 – £60,000 pa

Senior Shift Equipment Engineer: Semiconductor Technology

This role involves providing equipment engineering support to manufacturing and process teams, maintaining key equipment lines, and mentoring junior team members. You'll work in a rotating shift pattern and contribute to a growing team in a challenging market.

Enterprise Recruitment Northamptonshire, United Kingdom £60,000 – £80,000 pa

Senior Verification Engineer

This role involves developing and maintaining UVM verification environments for complex wireless communications IP and modem subsystems, ensuring designs meet functional and quality requirements. Responsibilities include creating testbenches, assertions, and coverage models, as well as supporting junior engineers and contributing to CI workflows.

Spectrum IT Recruitment Southampton, Hampshire, United Kingdom £75,000 – £85,000 pa