FPGA & DSP Engineer

FPGA & DSP Engineer

Full time, Permanent | Hybrid

UK-based applications only, no sponsorship available.

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The Opportunity

We are recruiting an experienced FPGA & DSP Engineer on behalf of a well-established UK engineering consultancy delivering advanced technology solutions across radar, communications, and sensing systems.

This role offers the chance to work on technically challenging client programmes, contribute to proprietary IP development, and operate across the full engineering lifecycle within a multidisciplinary environment.

The Role

You will play a key role in the design, implementation, and validation of FPGA-based solutions, with a strong emphasis on digital signal processing. Most development is targeted at AMD (Xilinx) platforms, including Zynq SoC devices, using the Vivado toolchain, although experience with other FPGA families is also welcomed.

Working closely with hardware, software, and systems engineers, you will help translate customer requirements into robust, production-ready FPGA architectures. Projects typically span concept development, architecture definition, implementation, verification, and ongoing technical support.

Key Responsibilities

Design and deliver high-quality FPGA and DSP implementations with minimal supervision

Develop, simulate, and verify HDL designs using industry-standard toolchains

Contribute to technical discussions, design reviews, and project planning activities

Support client engagement at a technical level, including pre-contract scoping and feasibility discussions

Identify and communicate technical risks in a timely and constructive manner

Produce clear technical documentation and report progress effectively

Potentially mentor and support junior engineers within project teams

Technical Background

Strong FPGA development experience using HDL (VHDL and/or Verilog)

Proficiency with AMD/Xilinx devices and the Vivado toolchain

Solid grounding in digital signal processing

Experience in radar, RF, communications, or sensing systems is highly advantageous

Familiarity with simulation, test, and verification methodologies

Multidisciplinary exposure (electronics, firmware, or systems) is beneficial, though not essential

About You

Comfortable working in a consultancy or project-based engineering environment

Self-motivated, adaptable, and able to take ownership of technical work

Confident collaborating within multidisciplinary teams

Keen to broaden your technical skill set and pursue continuous professional development

What’s On Offer

Competitive compensation package

Exposure to a wide variety of technically demanding client projects

Genuine support for professional development and career progression

Friendly, collaborative working culture with a strong engineering focus

Office location just south of Cambridge, with good road and rail access