FPGA Lead Design Engineer, Hertfordshire

Client:

Location:

Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

10940a8a4c47

Job Views:

5

Posted:

12.07.2025

Expiry Date:

26.08.2025

Job Description:

Job summary

Are you a passionate leader who can motivate others, drive innovation, and foster collaboration? We're looking for an experienced FPGA Lead Designer to join a highly skilled engineering team!

Key skills required for this role

Important

Candidates must be eligible to obtain a SC (Security) clearance.

We've partnered with a leading defence organisation, recognised with numerous awards, including the annual Glassdoor Employees' Choice Award!

Job Title: FPGA Lead Designer

Location: Hertfordshire (relocation package may be available, case by case)

Working Pattern: Dynamic hybrid working - typically 4-5 days on-site per week, with some flexibility based on project demands.

Benefits include:

• Company Bonus: Up to 21% of base salary
• Pension: Up to 14% total contribution (employer + employee)
• Flexible Working: We welcome applications from candidates seeking flexible working arrangements
• Enhanced Parental Leave: Up to 26 weeks maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave; enhancements for paternity, neonatal leave, and fertility treatments
• Facilities: Excellent site amenities including subsidised meals, free parking, and more...

The Opportunity:

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience leading FPGA design teams on complex projects
• Strong drive to foster collaboration and ensure successful project delivery
• Expertise in developing complex FPGA architectures and implementations using VHDL, Simulink, and targeting Xilinx, Intel, or Microsemi devices
• Proficiency in FPGA verification using VHDL and SystemVerilog/UVM testbench methodologies
• Familiarity with FPGA toolsets and Mentor Graphics verification tools such as QuestaSim and ModelSim
• Ability to write low-level software in C for FPGA testing and embedded system integration
• Excellent skills in configuring and documenting designs to a professional standard

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