Lead Firmware Engineer

Lead Firmware Engineer

Full-Time 64000 - 80000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Advanced Resource Managers Ltd

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead firmware development for complex digital systems and mentor junior engineers.
  • Company: Dynamic tech firm in Edinburgh with a focus on innovation.
  • Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible working hours, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: 12-month contract with potential for career advancement in defence or aerospace sectors.
  • Why this job: Join a cutting-edge team and shape the future of technology.
  • Qualifications: Degree in Electrical Engineering and experience with firmware design and FPGA architectures.

The predicted salary is between 64000 - 80000 £ per year.

Key Responsibilities

  • Ability to analyse system-level requirements and capture/derive detailed firmware requirements.
  • Specifying timing and area constraints for efficient FPGA place and route.
  • Integrating and debugging complex systems where the firmware interacts with hardware and software.
  • Deliver firmware for complex digital systems that meet challenging future customer requirements.
  • Mentor junior members of the team to help enhance their skills and knowledge in all aspects of firmware development.

Required Experience

  • Degree (BSc, BEng, MEng, MSc, PhD) in Electrical & Electronic Engineering or similar engineering/science course.
  • Experience in firmware design techniques and tools, from VHDL to place-and-route.
  • Experience in FPGA architectures such as system-on-chip (e.g. Xilinx Versal).
  • Experience of auto-generated code using model driven engineering using MATLAB and Simulink tools.
  • Experience of design tools such as Verilog, System Verilog and UVM.
  • Ideally have prior experience working within the defence or aerospace industries.

Lead Firmware Engineer employer: Advanced Resource Managers Ltd

As a Lead Firmware Engineer in Edinburgh, you will join a dynamic team that values innovation and collaboration, offering a stimulating work environment where your expertise will directly contribute to cutting-edge projects in the defence and aerospace sectors. The company fosters a culture of continuous learning and mentorship, providing ample opportunities for professional growth while enjoying competitive pay and the chance to work on complex digital systems that shape the future. With a commitment to employee development and a supportive atmosphere, this role is perfect for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.

Advanced Resource Managers Ltd

Contact Details:

Advanced Resource Managers Ltd Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Lead Firmware Engineer

System-Level Requirements Analysis
Firmware Requirements Specification
FPGA Design and Implementation
Integration and Debugging of Complex Systems
Digital Systems Firmware Development
Mentoring and Team Leadership
VHDL