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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

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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

Staff FPGA Engineer

Design and develop FPGA-based signal processing and control systems for quantum computing hardware. Develop RTL modules, simulate and verify control algorithms, and implement firmware for high-speed waveform generation and digital control loops. Work closely with hardware and software teams to deliver real-time quantum control systems using Xilinx Ultrascale+ devices and industry-standard tools.

Oxford Ionics Oxford, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Staff FPGA Engineer

Design and develop FPGA-based signal processing and control systems for quantum computing hardware, including RTL module development, firmware implementation, and verification of real-time control logic. Work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-performance embedded solutions using Xilinx Ultrascale+ devices and advanced debugging tools. Contribute to the architecture and testing of digital control loops and high-speed waveform generation systems.

Oxford Ionics Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

Senior DSP Engineer

Design and implement DSP algorithms for satellite communications and space-based sensors, translating system requirements into FPGA firmware using VHDL/Verilog. Work across the full firmware lifecycle, from simulation and testbench development to hardware integration and space-system qualification. Contribute technical leadership within a multidisciplinary team developing next-generation space technologies.

Platform Recruitment Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £60,000 – £80,000 pa

Principal FPGA Engineer

Design and implement high-performance FPGA-based DSP solutions for next-generation wireless communication systems, translating advanced algorithms into real-time fixed-point implementations on SDR modem platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define hardware-achievable architectures and optimise for timing, throughput, and resource utilisation. Perform system integration, verification, and lab debugging in a fast-paced startup environment focused on societal safety and innovation.

Mars Recruitment Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £90,000 – £100,000 pa

FPGA Design Engineer

FPGA EngineerHybrid | Engineering & Software Development | Full-time | OxfordSalary: Up to £70,000We are seeking a talented FPGA Engineer to join a pioneering quantum technology company in Oxford. You’ll help bring cutting-edge atom-based quantum devices from the lab to...

Platform Recruitment Oxford, United Kingdom

Production Engineer

This role involves building, integrating, and testing highly complex optical and electro-mechanical systems used in advanced semiconductor technology. You'll work in a low-volume, high-precision environment, following engineering drawings and collaborating with engineers to improve manufacturing processes. The role requires meticulous attention to detail, cleanroom work, and troubleshooting of complex assemblies.

Matchtech Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £33,000 – £45,000 pa

On-site Permanent

ASIC Architect

This role involves leading the end-to-end ASIC architecture for a novel probabilistic computing processor, spanning from algorithm and instruction set definition to tape-out and silicon bring-up. The architect will define system and microarchitecture specifications, perform HW/SW co-design, and build performance and functional models. The position is central to shaping next-generation computing technology in a high-impact, innovation-driven environment.

Redline Group Marston, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £80,000 – £100,000 pa

AI System Architect

This role involves defining the end-to-end system architecture for a next-generation optical AI accelerator, starting from AI workload analysis and working backwards to shape hardware and software design. The architect will lead technical decision-making across teams, ensuring the system is optimized for transformer models and large-scale AI workloads, while maintaining alignment between leadership, hardware, and software engineering. The position is central to translating product vision into executable technical strategy in a high-growth deep-tech startup environment.