Latest Research Scientist (Semiconductors) Jobs

Developer Technology Engineering Intern - Compute Performance

This role involves researching and developing GPU-acceleration techniques for high-performance computing applications in scientific computing, computational engineering, and data science. You will work closely with application developers and NVIDIA teams to optimize performance and influence next-generation GPU architectures.

NVIDIA Bristol, United Kingdom

Developer Technology Engineering Intern - Compute Performance

In this role, you will research and develop GPU-acceleration techniques for high-performance computing applications in scientific computing, computational engineering, and data science. You will work closely with application developers and NVIDIA teams to optimize performance and influence the design of next-generation GPU architectures and software platforms.

NVIDIA Switzerland

Fpga Design Engineer

This role involves FPGA firmware design and development using VHDL and Verilog, working with FPGA development toolchains like Xilinx Vivado or Intel Quartus, and contributing to system architecture and technical design. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on varied projects from proof-of-concept to deployed solutions.

Lynx Recruitment Melbourn, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom £50,000 – £90,000 pa

Operator-Space Imaging

The role involves ensuring the timely assembly and testing of imaging devices in a cleanroom environment, with a focus on quality and safety. Responsibilities include using microscopes for inspection, setting up and running tools, maintaining production records, and working alternating double day shifts.

Teledyne FLIR Chelmsford, United Kingdom

Research Fellow in Advanced Semiconductor Device Modelling

This role involves advanced semiconductor device modelling and simulation, focusing on source-gated transistors (SGTs) and multimodal transistors (MMTs). The researcher will develop and validate predictive models using TCAD, compact modelling, and AI-assisted techniques, working closely with experimental teams and contributing to high-quality research outputs.

University of Surrey Guildford, South East England, United Kingdom £38 – £46 pa

Contract

Research Associate / Fellow in Power Electronics

This role involves designing and validating power converter topologies, writing control code, building hardware, and running experiments. You will work closely with researchers and industrial partners on cutting-edge projects in power electronics and drive systems.

University of Nottingham Nottingham, Midlands Of England, United Kingdom £32 – £47 pa

Contract

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Mixed-Signal Chip Design

This role involves leading the design of next-generation vision sensors, focusing on mixed-signal integrated circuits for advanced imaging and edge computing. Responsibilities include full-custom chip design, transistor-level circuit simulations, and practical system integration, working within a collaborative research programme.

The University of Manchester Manchester, Northern England, United Kingdom £37 – £46 pa

Contract

Director of Packaging

Leads the development of advanced semiconductor packaging solutions for GaN power devices, combining technical expertise with strategic leadership. The role involves hands-on design, multiphysics simulation, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver high-performance, energy-efficient packages. Focuses on innovation in thermal, electrical, and mechanical performance while shaping the future technology roadmap.

Cambridge GaN Devices Cambridge, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

AI Modelling and Simulation Engineer

This role involves designing and maintaining a Python-based framework to model hardware and software latency, concurrency, and event-driven relationships for Lumai's photonic AI hardware. You will work closely with architecture and compiler teams to ensure the models are accurate and useful for decision-making, and may lead a small team.

Lumai Headington, Oxford, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Silicon Infrastructure Engineer

This role involves developing and maintaining infrastructure tooling for silicon design, focusing on EDA workflows, build systems, and compute environments. The engineer will create cacheable, reproducible workflows, support EDA tools across the chip lifecycle, and manage cloud or on-premise infrastructure using IaC. Work includes deployment, monitoring, and optimisation of high-performance computing systems used by silicon engineering teams.

Fractile London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Firmware Engineer

This role involves designing and developing FPGA functionality using VHDL, and writing embedded software in C to control hardware and interface with FPGA-based systems. You will collaborate with hardware and software engineers to integrate and optimize new features in complex electronic products, supporting cutting-edge scientific research.

Platform Recruitment Milton, Cambridgeshire, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom £35,000 – £45,000 pa

C++ Quantitative Developer - HFT- Systematic Quant Fund

This role involves designing and operating ultra-low-latency systems for a leading systematic quant fund. You will work on kernel-level tuning, network optimization, and highly efficient C++ components, collaborating with experts in FPGA, hardware, and infrastructure to build end-to-end architectures where every nanosecond counts.

eFinancialCareers London, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Electrical Wireperson

This role involves working on the assembly build of high-tech, cutting-edge products in a market-leading semiconductor company. Responsibilities include electrical soldering, crimping, and looming, as well as reading electrical drawings and fault-finding. The position offers opportunities to develop new capabilities and work on complex system configurations.

Kingston Barnes Ltd Pilning, Gloucestershire, BS35 4JA, United Kingdom £32,000 – £36,000 pa

Field Service Engineer - Semiconductor Equipment

This role involves providing engineering support for semiconductor manufacturing equipment globally, including installation, maintenance, repair, and commissioning at customer sites. The engineer will offer on-site and remote technical expertise, conduct troubleshooting, and deliver customer training. Extensive international travel and prolonged periods away from home are required.

Hunter Selection Cardiff, South Glamorgan, CF10 2AF, United Kingdom £45,000 – £75,000 pa

Electrical Design Engineer

Design and test electrical systems for advanced automated X-ray and bond testing equipment, including electrical panel and industrial control system design. Work within an R&D team collaborating with major semiconductor and electronics manufacturers. Focus on compliance with electrical safety standards and detailed wiring loom design.

Redline Group Mile End, Essex, CO4 5DY, United Kingdom £50,000 – £57,000 pa