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Semiconductor Test Engineering Team Leader

Lead the development and execution of manufacturing test strategies for an advanced AI accelerator chip, overseeing both internal teams and external partners. Drive test architecture, DFT integration, and silicon bring-up across high-speed interfaces like PCIe Gen6 and LPDDR, with a focus on yield, scalability, and advanced packaging. Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure robust test coverage and successful high-volume manufacturing transfer.

Fractile Bristol, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

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Senior Processor Architect

This role involves defining and driving the architecture of high-performance compute engines for AI acceleration, including ISA design, memory hierarchies, and on-chip interconnects. The architect will work closely with design, verification, and software teams to translate architectural vision into real-world silicon, using performance modelling and data-driven analysis. It's a hands-on position requiring deep expertise in processor design and cross-disciplinary collaboration to deliver cutting-edge AI hardware.

Fractile London, United Kingdom

FPGA Firmware Electronics Engineer - Defence - Cambridge

This role involves working on cutting-edge defence technologies, including communications, sensors, and detection systems. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and innovate, with opportunities for skill development and career advancement.

Newton Colmore Cambridge, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Engineer, Software and Electronics

Design and develop embedded systems, hardware, and control software for high-impact projects in defence, robotics, and consumer technology. Work across analogue and digital electronics, write low-level code in C/C++/Rust, and contribute to full product prototypes in a consultancy environment. Engage directly with clients and deliver end-to-end technical solutions.

ECM Selection Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom £45,000 – £65,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Electronic Design Engineer

My client, a world leader in the defence sector, requires an Electronic Design Engineer to join their Analogue and Digital Electronics Group, developing and delivering electronic designs for their defence products.Analogue and Digital Electronic Design EngineerRole OverviewWe are seeking a...

Electus Recruitment Stevenage, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom £48,000 pa

Senior FPGA Engineer | Cambridgeshire

Senior FPGA Engineer | CambridgeshireLocation: CambridgeSalary: Competitive + Comprehensive BenefitsSector: Defence, Aerospace, & CommunicationsAre you an FPGA specialist who thrives on variety? Do you enjoy moving beyond "standard" implementation to solve complex problems in Radar, Comms, and Sensing?We are representing...

Morgan McKinley (South West) Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom £75,000 – £85,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Senior FPGA Engineer | Cambridgeshire

This role involves translating complex customer requirements into robust FPGA implementations, focusing on AMD (Xilinx) Zynq SoC devices. You will work in a multidisciplinary team, solving high-stakes problems in Radar, Comms, and Sensing, and have the opportunity to broaden your skill set across multiple sectors.

Morgan McKinley Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom £75,000 – £85,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Contract FPGA Engineer

Contract FPGA Engineer (Outside IR35)Cambridge – OnsiteRate DOE6 month duration (initial)Active SC Clearance is required for this role, DV would be highly advantageous.Our client, a specialist in advanced engineering and defence technologies, is seeking an FPGA contractor to support the...

SoCode Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom £50 – £80 ph

Site Electrical Engineer

Site Electrical EngineerCounty Durham, United KingdomSalary: DOEJackson Hogg is delighted to be working with a leading semiconductor manufacturer, working on devices for the defence sector. With a 10-year plan, they are a progressive teams with lots of room for growth.This...

Jackson Hogg United Kingdom £40,000 – £60,000 pa

FPGA Engineer

FPGA EngineerOnsite in Luton12 months£84.03 p/h UmbrellaAll candidates must be eligible to obtain SC ClearanceOur client, a prominent player in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a skilled FPGA Engineer for a contract position. This role is pivotal...

Matchtech Luton, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom £80 – £84 ph

Firmware Engineer

Design and optimize FPGA-based solutions using VHDL/Verilog within secure environments, integrating DSP into embedded Linux systems. Develop OpenCPI components in C/C++ and support SDR, RF, and SIGINT systems. Work closely with delivery teams and customers on mission-critical national security and defence programmes.

Copello United Kingdom £50,000 – £90,000 pa

Senior Electrical and Electronic Design Engineer

We are recruiting for a Senior Electronic Design Engineer for a world class test system solutions provider, delivering high quality, high performance and cost effective automated test equipment to the aerospace, defence, rail & transport, telecoms and energy market places...

South West Recruitment Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 7EB, United Kingdom

Senior PCB Design Engineer | Cambridgeshire |

This role involves taking full ownership of the PCB design process, working closely with hardware and mechanical engineers to resolve complex integration tasks. You will be responsible for designing high-integrity PCBs for a variety of challenging projects, from robotics to space-based systems, ensuring each design is completed with absolute discipline.

Morgan McKinley Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom £45,000 – £60,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Senior FPGA Engineer

Senior FPGA Engineer - Permanent - Full Time (Mostly Onsite)Salary: £52,000 - £62,000 DOELocation: Lincoln - Read on if you’re not localBenefits include: Relocation support is available.• 25 days annual leave (inclusive of December shutdown) • Buy or sell up...

MASS North Hykeham, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom £52,000 – £62,000 pa

Manufacturing Senior NPI Engineer

Baltic Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Permanent Manufacturing Senior NPI Engineer for a client located in Sedgefield. Our client are an award-winning company, designing and manufacturing world-leading RF, microwave and millimetre-wave (mmWave) solutions that enable mission-critical applications principally across...

Baltic Recruitment Sedgefield, County Durham, United Kingdom £50,000 – £70,000 pa

EEE Component Engineer

Contract DetailsSenior EEE Component EngineerJob Title: Senior EEE Component EngineerDuration: 6 monthsLocation: RemoteRate: DOEIR35: OutsideBritish CitizenKey ResponsibilitiesOwn the EEE component programme, covering selection, qualification, screening and lifecycle management.Select and approve components for space applications, considering reliability and environmental requirements.Manage PPL/DCL...

Vantage United Kingdom £45 – £80 ph

Equipment Technicianx x 2

This role involves maintaining and repairing advanced semiconductor manufacturing equipment in a cleanroom environment, focusing on maximising uptime through preventative maintenance and rapid fault diagnosis. The technician will support complex systems including vacuum, pneumatic, electrical, RF, and chemical handling, while adhering to strict safety and documentation protocols. Collaboration with engineering, production, and facilities teams is key, alongside participation in emergency response and forklift operations with training provided.

CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler Towcester, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom £35,000 – £40,000 pa