Semiconductor Jobs

NVIDIA · Bristol

Research and develop techniques to GPU-accelerate leading high performance computing applications across scientific computing, computational engineering and data science. The intern performs in-depth analysis and optimisation for current and next-generation GPU architectures, working directly with application developers and collaborating with architecture, research, libraries, tools and system software teams.

NVIDIA · Zürich, Switzerland

Research and develop techniques to GPU-accelerate leading high performance computing applications across scientific computing, computational engineering and data science. The intern performs in-depth performance analysis and optimisation for current and next-generation GPU architectures, working with application developers and collaborating with architecture, research, libraries and tools teams.

Teledyne FLIR · Chelmsford

Assembly and test operator role ensuring timely throughput of imaging devices while meeting quality requirements. Duties include microscope inspection, setting up and running tools, maintaining production records and reporting progress to the line manager, working in a cleanroom on alternating double day shifts.

University of Surrey · Guildford · £38,448 – £46,970 pa

Develops and validates predictive models of source-gated and multimodal transistors on an EPSRC project, using TCAD, compact modelling, surrogate modelling or physics-informed machine learning. Works closely with experimental researchers to fit models against measured data and inform device and circuit design, producing publications and reusable simulation frameworks.

University of Sheffield · Sheffield · £39,560 – £41,885 pa

Lead the fabrication and basic characterisation of perovskite and organic thin films, depositing 2D and 3D materials via solution processing and thermal evaporation, then engineering them into LEDs or micropatterning them with micro- and nano-lithography. You will optimise LED microcavity devices, develop optical waveguides and ring-resonators, and work alongside ultrafast laser spectroscopy specialists on lasing and optical amplification within the EPMM group.

Graphcore · Bristol

An AI Research Engineer at Graphcore works at the intersection of machine learning and hardware-aware algorithm development, conducting high-impact research in areas like efficient training, reinforcement learning, and life sciences. The role involves designing and implementing novel AI experiments, collaborating across silicon and software teams, and publishing at top-tier conferences. Engineers contribute directly to shaping next-generation AI hardware through performance-optimised implementations and scalable deep learning solutions.

Graphcore · London

This role involves advancing AI research by developing and testing novel machine learning algorithms that leverage Graphcore's specialized AI hardware. The engineer will collaborate across disciplines to translate theoretical ideas into high-performance implementations, focusing on efficient training, inference, and scalable distributed systems. Work contributes directly to publications and the co-design of next-generation AI hardware.

Cambridge GaN Devices · Cambridge

Senior leadership role owning the packaging function for GaN power semiconductors, combining people leadership with hands-on design of wirebond, flip chip and embedded packages. Involves multiphysics simulation, supplier development, qualification testing and roadmap input, working with internal teams and overseas partners from the Cambridge office.

Lumai · Oxford

Owns a Python-based performance and power modelling framework predicting how photonic AI hardware runs real inference workloads, covering compute engines, interconnect, memory and bridge interfaces. Characterises operators against hardware, RTL or emulation, builds compiler-agnostic MLIR interfaces and runs benchmarks to give architecture and compiler teams a shared source of truth.

Newton Colmore · Cambridge · £60,000 – £90,000 pa

This role involves designing and developing new integrated circuits from concept to prototype, working on advanced technologies for defence and security applications. You will be responsible for the entire product lifecycle, from initial design to manufacturing, using rapid design and implementation methods.

Platform Recruitment · Cambridge · £35,000 – £45,000 pa

Develops FPGA and embedded firmware for high-performance data acquisition and signal processing systems used in biomedical research. Writes VHDL for FPGA functionality and C for low-level hardware control, integrating and debugging digital electronics alongside hardware and software engineers. Offers real project ownership and a progression route to senior engineering roles.

eFinancialCareers · London

Designs and operates ultra-low-latency trading systems at global scale, working across the latency-critical stack from kernel-level tuning and network optimisation to highly efficient C++ components. Collaborates closely with FPGA, hardware and infrastructure engineers on end-to-end architectures where every nanosecond counts.

Redline Group · Colchester · £50,000 – £57,000 pa

Responsible for the electrical design and testing of new x-ray and bond testing products, including panel and industrial system design with circuit breakers, contactors and wiring looms. Works within a Colchester R&D team serving major semiconductor and electronics manufacturers, using CAD tools such as AutoCAD or Inventor and applying electrical safety standards like IEC61010 and NPA79.

Hunter Selection · Cardiff · £55,000 – £80,000 pa

Home-based field service role travelling worldwide to customer sites to repair, maintain, install and commission semiconductor manufacturing equipment, including ion implantation, diffusion/CVD furnaces and etch tools. Engineers also deliver on-site process support, troubleshooting and customer training, with extended periods away from home.

Platform Recruitment · Bristol · £50,000 pa

Develop embedded software and software-defined radio systems for advanced R&D programmes in communications and signal processing. Work across the full development lifecycle from prototyping to testing, using C/C++, Python, and DSP techniques. Collaborate with clients to deliver tailored technical solutions in a high-tech engineering environment.