FPGA Engineer

A brilliant opportunity to join an innovative team building high-integrity, security-critical FPGA solutions. Looking for an experienced engineer leading architecture and verification to work across cutting-edge designs used in complex, mission-critical products (with exposure to applied cryptography and wider microelectronics).

Location: Derby (UK travel between sites may be required)

Salary: Up to £75,000, DOE + benefits

Requirements for FPGA Engineer:

• Degree in a relevant STEM field (e.g. Electronics, Electrical, Computer or Communications Engineering).
• Strong FPGA design fundamentals and VHDL skills; ability to write, test and debug via simulation and on-device.
• Familiarity with at least one major toolchain (e.g. Vivado, Quartus or Libero) and version control (GIT/SVN/CVS).
• For experienced candidates: proven end-to-end FPGA delivery, interface definition, TCL scripting, and robust verification approaches (e.g. UVM/OSVVM/ABV).
• Bonus points for: experience with Xilinx / Intel (Altera) / Microchip devices; ModelSim/QuestaSim; SystemVerilog/Verilog; Layer-2/3 networking, USB 3.2 or NVMe; Red Hat Linux; interest in cryptographic systems.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and time-management; able to work autonomously and collaboratively.

Due to the nature of the projects and this requiring very high level security clearance, you must be a British Citizen, and have lived in the UK consistently for the past decade - you should be happy to gain security clearance before starting.

Responsibilities for FPGA Engineer:

• Design and develop FPGA modules and subsystems across a range of devices and SoC platforms.
• Create clean, maintainable RTL (VHDL / Verilog / SystemVerilog); build testbenches and validate via simulation and hardware.
• Integrate FPGA blocks into wider system architectures; collaborate with software, hardware and verification colleagues.
• Keep pace with new devices, tooling and methods; champion quality, reliability and best practice.
• For senior hires: lead work-packages, own interfaces and delivery plans, mentor others, and drive verification strategy.

What the role offers:

• Impactful work on advanced, security-critical products with a supportive, expert team.
• Structured development and progression (mentoring, on-the-job learning, targeted training).
• Competitive package including pension and life assurance, plus additional benefits.

Security & Eligibility: Due to project sensitivities, you must be a British Citizen and able to obtain and maintain DV clearance.

Applications: If this FPGA opportunity sounds like a fit, please send your CV via the relevant link. We're committed to an inclusive, accessible process. If you require reasonable adjustments for your application or interview, please email.