Latest Research Scientist (Semiconductors) Jobs

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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

Senior CPU Performance Developer Technology Engineer

This role involves deep performance analysis and optimization of cloud and HPC workloads on NVIDIA's CPU architecture. You'll collaborate with developers, researchers, and internal teams to enhance software stacks, create optimized reference code, and influence next-generation CPU design. The position requires strong expertise in low-level programming and a focus on advancing performance for demanding technical computing applications.

NVIDIA Bristol, United Kingdom £292,500 – £650,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent

Senior CPU Performance Developer Technology Engineer

This role involves deep performance analysis and optimization of CPU workloads, particularly in cloud and high-performance computing environments, targeting NVIDIA's CPU architecture. The engineer will collaborate with developers, researchers, and internal teams to enhance software stacks and influence next-generation system design. Work includes benchmarking, code contribution, and performance tuning to bridge application needs with hardware capabilities.

NVIDIA PLN 292,500 – PLN 650,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent

Experimental Physicist - Instrument Design

Experimental Physicist - Instrument DesignNewton Colmore is searching for an experimental physicist who enjoys solving highly complex problems, to join our client in Cambridge.This is a rare chance to apply deep scientific expertise to problems that genuinely matter - keeping...

Newton Colmore Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Research Engineer

This role involves researching and developing innovative solutions to complex scientific and engineering problems, progressing from concept through simulation and experimentation to prototype development. The engineer will work in a multidisciplinary R&D environment, delivering advanced technologies and presenting technical findings to stakeholders. The position emphasizes hands-on research in fields such as quantum technologies, optics, or AI/ML algorithms.

Hexwired Recruitment Limited Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom £60,000 – £120,000 pa

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

Senior Electronics Design Engineer

This role involves leading the design and development of advanced wireless communication systems, focusing on high-speed digital, analogue, and mixed-signal electronics. The engineer will own designs from concept through production, working closely with cross-functional teams on mission-critical RF systems used in defence and government sectors. Key responsibilities include PCB design, board bring-up, technical leadership, and contributing to product architecture and innovation.

DOMO TACTICAL COMMUNICATIONS Whiteley, Hampshire, PO15 7LW, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Controls Engineer

Design and develop control systems for high-end scientific equipment, integrating C# software with PLCs and hardware components. Work on both new system development and support for existing products in a multidisciplinary engineering environment. Requires hands-on experience with automation, HMI, and embedded control systems.

Avanti Recruitment High Legh, Cheshire, WA16 6LN, United Kingdom £35,000 – £45,000 pa

Controls Engineer

Design and develop control systems for high-end scientific equipment used in semiconductor and advanced materials research. Work across C# software, PLC programming, and HMI development, integrating software with sensors and actuators. Support both new product development and existing systems in a multidisciplinary engineering environment.

Avanti Wa160Aa, 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

Software Engineer

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.

Platform Recruitment Bristol, Bristol (county), United Kingdom £50,000 pa

Operational Buyer

This role involves managing the end-to-end procurement lifecycle for a global manufacturing environment, ensuring on-time delivery of critical materials. The Operational Buyer will proactively manage a supplier base of 70+ companies, resolve supply shortages, and collaborate with cross-functional teams across international sites. Key responsibilities include expediting orders, maintaining SAP data accuracy, driving process improvements, and supporting production continuity in a fast-paced technical environment.

Manpower Cambourne, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom £40,000 – £43,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent

Electronics Test Support Engineer

This role involves hands-on support of Automated Test Equipment (ATE) in a high-tech manufacturing environment. The engineer will diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and instrumentation issues, perform maintenance and repairs on test systems, and collaborate with engineering and production teams to improve test efficiency and reliability. The position focuses on ensuring minimal downtime and supporting continuous improvement of test processes.

Redline Group Hampden Park, East Sussex, BN22 9NY, United Kingdom £34,000 – £40,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Assembly & Test Specialist

The role involves precision electro-mechanical assembly and automated testing of safety-critical energetic devices such as detonators and safety arming units. The candidate will work within a highly regulated production environment, following strict quality and safety procedures while building and testing components to exacting standards. The position offers opportunities for skill development and career progression within production engineering.

Teledyne FLIR Lincoln, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Production Engineer

The role involves overseeing end-to-end manufacturing and test processes for high-reliability interconnect products used in aerospace, defense, and space applications. The Production Engineer will provide on-floor support, lead process improvements, troubleshoot build and test issues, and act as a key link between production and engineering teams. This position plays a central role in new product introduction, equipment management, and continuous improvement within a growing, technically advanced manufacturing environment.

Teledyne FLIR Newbury, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Scientific Equipment Test Engineer

Perform testing, maintenance, and fault-finding on advanced scientific and engineering equipment in a controlled environment. Follow technical procedures and SOPs while ensuring accurate documentation. Work with laboratory instrumentation and support calibration activities, potentially involving data acquisition and analysis.

Expert Employment Lower Hartwell, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom £36,000 – £40,000 pa

On-site Permanent