hackajob is collaborating with Leonardo to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. Job Description: Your Impact: At Leonardo, we are excited to be recruiting for a skilled FPGA Engineer to work within a multi-disciplinary team for our Precision Guidance area. In this broad FPGA firmware engineering role, you will work across a range of projects throughout various stages of the product lifecycle from initial concept development through to early life production. You will work with some of the latest high-speed FPGA's and System-on-Chips (SoC's) to help shape our future products. The role shall be based in Basildon with a primary focus on the design and development of embedded VHDL firmware for complex airborne electro-optics subsystems. You will be part of the Leonardo Airborne Communications product development group within the Integrated Sensing & Protection line of business, interacting with partner organisations, sub-contractors and potential customers. What you will do: Firmware requirements capture and management. FPGA design and analysis. Production of documentation for other engineers and evidence for design reviews. Development of FPGA test and FPGA integration plans. Perform system integration work with PCB designers and embedded software engineers. Support all firmware designs through the company firmware process - training will be given. Modification of existing firmware designs and test benches. What we are looking for: What you really must have Experience using FPGA technologies especially from either Xilinx, Microsemi (Actel) or Lattice and their tools. Advanced verification techniques using either VHDL or System Verilog / UVM. Specifying complex timing and area constraints for efficient FPGA place and route. Ability to analyse system level requirements and derive detailed Firmware requirements. A methodical approach to the full firmware design lifecycle, working to a structured firmware process such as RTCA DO-254 or similar. Experience of working on safety related firmware to IEC 61508 would be advantageous. De-bugging firmware designs and supporting verification and integration at hardware and system level alongside Software and Hardware Engineers. Making technical decisions and mitigating technical risk for Firmware design activities. Ability to communicate effectively across different disciplines both verbally and in written form. Familiarity with Siemens EDA FPGA development tools including HDL Designer and ModelSim / Questa is an advantage. It would be nice if you had: Awareness of Safety, Security and other legislative constraints Engineering experience with electro-optic systems - e.g. cameras, thermal imagers and/or image processing systems/algorithms. Experience of mentoring more junior members of the team. Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: Life at Leonardo With a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been more accessible to as many people. Flexible Working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us Company funded flexible benefits: Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance) Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year Pension: Award winning pension scheme (up to 15% employer contribution) Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme with access to free mental health support, financial wellbeing support and network groups to demonstrate our ongoing commitment to diversity & inclusion (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity) Lifestyle: Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work scheme Training: Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera and Linkedin Learning Referral Incentive: You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family member Bonus: Scheme in place for all employees at management level and below For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - Basildon Contract Type: Employee-Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid
Jul 16, 2026
Full time
hackajob is collaborating with Leonardo to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. Job Description: Your Impact: At Leonardo, we are excited to be recruiting for a skilled FPGA Engineer to work within a multi-disciplinary team for our Precision Guidance area. In this broad FPGA firmware engineering role, you will work across a range of projects throughout various stages of the product lifecycle from initial concept development through to early life production. You will work with some of the latest high-speed FPGA's and System-on-Chips (SoC's) to help shape our future products. The role shall be based in Basildon with a primary focus on the design and development of embedded VHDL firmware for complex airborne electro-optics subsystems. You will be part of the Leonardo Airborne Communications product development group within the Integrated Sensing & Protection line of business, interacting with partner organisations, sub-contractors and potential customers. What you will do: Firmware requirements capture and management. FPGA design and analysis. Production of documentation for other engineers and evidence for design reviews. Development of FPGA test and FPGA integration plans. Perform system integration work with PCB designers and embedded software engineers. Support all firmware designs through the company firmware process - training will be given. Modification of existing firmware designs and test benches. What we are looking for: What you really must have Experience using FPGA technologies especially from either Xilinx, Microsemi (Actel) or Lattice and their tools. Advanced verification techniques using either VHDL or System Verilog / UVM. Specifying complex timing and area constraints for efficient FPGA place and route. Ability to analyse system level requirements and derive detailed Firmware requirements. A methodical approach to the full firmware design lifecycle, working to a structured firmware process such as RTCA DO-254 or similar. Experience of working on safety related firmware to IEC 61508 would be advantageous. De-bugging firmware designs and supporting verification and integration at hardware and system level alongside Software and Hardware Engineers. Making technical decisions and mitigating technical risk for Firmware design activities. Ability to communicate effectively across different disciplines both verbally and in written form. Familiarity with Siemens EDA FPGA development tools including HDL Designer and ModelSim / Questa is an advantage. It would be nice if you had: Awareness of Safety, Security and other legislative constraints Engineering experience with electro-optic systems - e.g. cameras, thermal imagers and/or image processing systems/algorithms. Experience of mentoring more junior members of the team. Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: Life at Leonardo With a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been more accessible to as many people. Flexible Working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us Company funded flexible benefits: Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance) Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year Pension: Award winning pension scheme (up to 15% employer contribution) Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme with access to free mental health support, financial wellbeing support and network groups to demonstrate our ongoing commitment to diversity & inclusion (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity) Lifestyle: Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work scheme Training: Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera and Linkedin Learning Referral Incentive: You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family member Bonus: Scheme in place for all employees at management level and below For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - Basildon Contract Type: Employee-Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid
hackajob is collaborating with J.P. Morgan to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. JOB DESCRIPTION Join us to shape the future of electronic trading technology, where your expertise in C++ and hardware acceleration will make a global impact. You'll collaborate with talented engineers to deliver market-leading solutions that power high-speed trading across global markets. We value creativity, technical excellence, and a passion for continuous improvement. At JPMorganChase, you'll find opportunities for career growth, skill development, and meaningful contributions. Be part of a team that thrives on solving complex challenges and advancing industry standards. As an Ultra Low Latency C++ Lead Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase in the Electronic Trading Technology team, you will design, build, and operate market gateway solutions with hardware FPGA acceleration. You will drive the software development lifecycle, focusing on stability, latency optimization, and continuous improvement. You'll partner with hardware engineering teams to integrate FPGA pipelines with our C++ software stack, ensuring high reliability and operational excellence. Your work will directly impact trading connectivity and risk management applications used by clients and internal businesses. You'll help foster a collaborative, innovative team culture. Job Responsibilities: Execute creative software solutions across design, development, and troubleshooting. Design, develop, and test reliable, high-quality C++ code for trading connectivity and risk controls on Unix/Linux platforms. Implement end-to-end low latency client setups, including production rollout and post-release validation. Automate remediation for recurring issues to improve operational stability. Establish and execute test strategies for latency, throughput, and resiliency. Drives team adoption of enterprise-authorized AI-assisted engineering practices within the work environment to improve code quality, delivery speed, and operational outcomes (e.g., AI-assisted code review/refactoring, test strategy acceleration, incident/root-cause analysis support), while establishing consistent validation standards (secure coding, peer review, automated testing) and promoting reuse of effective patterns across the team. Applies knowledge of tools within the Software Development Life Cycle toolchain, including enterprise-authorized AI-assisted development and automation capabilities, to improve the value realized by automation. Lead the development of market access trading and risk management modules. Participate across the software development lifecycle of electronic trading services. Collaborate with Application Development, Business Analysts, and Operations teams. Integrate FPGA pipelines with C++ software for deterministic performance. Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills: Proficiency in modern C++ on Unix/Linux with strong multithreading and object-oriented design fundamentals. Hands-on experience in system design, application development, testing, and operational stability in production environments. Scripting skills (Python, Perl, Shell) for automating development, testing, and operational tasks. Advanced understanding of Agile methodologies, including CI/CD, resiliency, and security. Ability to review and debug code written by others. Knowledge of low-level TCP/IP and network stack behavior. Comfort working closely with infrastructure and networking teams. Demonstrated experience leading effective use of approved AI-assisted software development tools (e.g., for coding, code review, test acceleration, troubleshooting) with the ability to set team expectations for validating AI outputs for correctness, performance, and security. Strong understanding of responsible AI use in engineering workflows, including data sensitivity considerations, secure handling of inputs/outputs, and adherence to resiliency and security expectations; experience coaching engineers on safe, compliant adoption within delivery practices Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related discipline. Excellent understanding of software-hardware interaction. Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills: Demonstrated experience in low latency design and development using C/C++, including DMA, exchange connectivity, and pre-trade risk systems. Exposure to FPGA development for financial industry applications, including embedded software and kernel driver development for FPGAs and related systems. Proficiency with PCI Express, TCP/IP sockets, L1/L3 switches, and integrating C++, Verilog, and VHDL solutions in Linux environments. Experience implementing and certifying exchange connectivity using FIX, SBE, and native binary protocols, with a focus on low latency order entry, as well as creating and automating test strategies for functional and non-functional requirements in production-like environments. ABOUT US J.P. Morgan is a global leader in financial services, providing strategic advice and products to the world's most prominent corporations, governments, wealthy individuals and institutional investors. Our first-class business in a first-class way approach to serving clients drives everything we do. We strive to build trusted, long-term partnerships to help our clients achieve their business objectives. We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation. ABOUT THE TEAM J.P. Morgan's Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.
Jul 16, 2026
Full time
hackajob is collaborating with J.P. Morgan to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. JOB DESCRIPTION Join us to shape the future of electronic trading technology, where your expertise in C++ and hardware acceleration will make a global impact. You'll collaborate with talented engineers to deliver market-leading solutions that power high-speed trading across global markets. We value creativity, technical excellence, and a passion for continuous improvement. At JPMorganChase, you'll find opportunities for career growth, skill development, and meaningful contributions. Be part of a team that thrives on solving complex challenges and advancing industry standards. As an Ultra Low Latency C++ Lead Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase in the Electronic Trading Technology team, you will design, build, and operate market gateway solutions with hardware FPGA acceleration. You will drive the software development lifecycle, focusing on stability, latency optimization, and continuous improvement. You'll partner with hardware engineering teams to integrate FPGA pipelines with our C++ software stack, ensuring high reliability and operational excellence. Your work will directly impact trading connectivity and risk management applications used by clients and internal businesses. You'll help foster a collaborative, innovative team culture. Job Responsibilities: Execute creative software solutions across design, development, and troubleshooting. Design, develop, and test reliable, high-quality C++ code for trading connectivity and risk controls on Unix/Linux platforms. Implement end-to-end low latency client setups, including production rollout and post-release validation. Automate remediation for recurring issues to improve operational stability. Establish and execute test strategies for latency, throughput, and resiliency. Drives team adoption of enterprise-authorized AI-assisted engineering practices within the work environment to improve code quality, delivery speed, and operational outcomes (e.g., AI-assisted code review/refactoring, test strategy acceleration, incident/root-cause analysis support), while establishing consistent validation standards (secure coding, peer review, automated testing) and promoting reuse of effective patterns across the team. Applies knowledge of tools within the Software Development Life Cycle toolchain, including enterprise-authorized AI-assisted development and automation capabilities, to improve the value realized by automation. Lead the development of market access trading and risk management modules. Participate across the software development lifecycle of electronic trading services. Collaborate with Application Development, Business Analysts, and Operations teams. Integrate FPGA pipelines with C++ software for deterministic performance. Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills: Proficiency in modern C++ on Unix/Linux with strong multithreading and object-oriented design fundamentals. Hands-on experience in system design, application development, testing, and operational stability in production environments. Scripting skills (Python, Perl, Shell) for automating development, testing, and operational tasks. Advanced understanding of Agile methodologies, including CI/CD, resiliency, and security. Ability to review and debug code written by others. Knowledge of low-level TCP/IP and network stack behavior. Comfort working closely with infrastructure and networking teams. Demonstrated experience leading effective use of approved AI-assisted software development tools (e.g., for coding, code review, test acceleration, troubleshooting) with the ability to set team expectations for validating AI outputs for correctness, performance, and security. Strong understanding of responsible AI use in engineering workflows, including data sensitivity considerations, secure handling of inputs/outputs, and adherence to resiliency and security expectations; experience coaching engineers on safe, compliant adoption within delivery practices Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related discipline. Excellent understanding of software-hardware interaction. Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills: Demonstrated experience in low latency design and development using C/C++, including DMA, exchange connectivity, and pre-trade risk systems. Exposure to FPGA development for financial industry applications, including embedded software and kernel driver development for FPGAs and related systems. Proficiency with PCI Express, TCP/IP sockets, L1/L3 switches, and integrating C++, Verilog, and VHDL solutions in Linux environments. Experience implementing and certifying exchange connectivity using FIX, SBE, and native binary protocols, with a focus on low latency order entry, as well as creating and automating test strategies for functional and non-functional requirements in production-like environments. ABOUT US J.P. Morgan is a global leader in financial services, providing strategic advice and products to the world's most prominent corporations, governments, wealthy individuals and institutional investors. Our first-class business in a first-class way approach to serving clients drives everything we do. We strive to build trusted, long-term partnerships to help our clients achieve their business objectives. We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation. ABOUT THE TEAM J.P. Morgan's Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.
Cyber Business Our Cyber business unit is at the forefront of pioneering advanced cryptographic and key management solutions, facilitating the confidential exchange of vital information for customers operating at both tactical and strategic echelons. Join our team and participate in the innovation that ensures the highest security and trust worldwide. Job Description The Ultra Engineering function manages a portfolio of specialist capabilities, generating highly differentiated solutions and products by applying electronic, mechanical, and software technologies in demanding and critical environments to meet customer needs. Working in a small multi-disciplined engineering team you will bring your knowledge and creativity to help us develop innovative solutions to complex customer problems. Development will range from early research and ideation, prototyping & derisking, experimentation to full product development. We are looking for embedded development engineers at a range of levels primarily skilled in software and FPGA development with an appreciation of hardware engineering and RF. We are seeking creative people who love to research and build new technologies; people who are keen to continually learn new things. People who understand the current state of the art in physics and technology, and who have a real interest in exploiting the latest developments in the national interest. Essential Skills Software development covering some of the following areas: C/C++, Rust, Python. Embedded Linux. AI and ML. Bare-metal MCU. Desirable Skills We would love to hear from anyone with core skills in some of the following and desire to learn more of the others. For senior applicants we would seek an increasing number of the following skills: Full stack embedded software engineering from device-drivers to GUIs and WebApps. FPGA development (Vivado, Vitis and Modelsim), Digital Signal Processing. Electronic design including schematic capture, PCB design and mechanical design. Radio technologies, including Software Defined Radios, GNU Radio, RFNoC. Blue-sky thinking and ability to define and construct solutions to customer problems. Manage security of information as defined in the Security manual to ensure compliance with Government regulations. Role requirements Essential: Willing and able to obtain, and maintain, DV security clearance (following attainment of SC clearance). Qualifications Degree in an engineering, mathematical or science-based subject or equivalent experience.
Jul 15, 2026
Full time
Cyber Business Our Cyber business unit is at the forefront of pioneering advanced cryptographic and key management solutions, facilitating the confidential exchange of vital information for customers operating at both tactical and strategic echelons. Join our team and participate in the innovation that ensures the highest security and trust worldwide. Job Description The Ultra Engineering function manages a portfolio of specialist capabilities, generating highly differentiated solutions and products by applying electronic, mechanical, and software technologies in demanding and critical environments to meet customer needs. Working in a small multi-disciplined engineering team you will bring your knowledge and creativity to help us develop innovative solutions to complex customer problems. Development will range from early research and ideation, prototyping & derisking, experimentation to full product development. We are looking for embedded development engineers at a range of levels primarily skilled in software and FPGA development with an appreciation of hardware engineering and RF. We are seeking creative people who love to research and build new technologies; people who are keen to continually learn new things. People who understand the current state of the art in physics and technology, and who have a real interest in exploiting the latest developments in the national interest. Essential Skills Software development covering some of the following areas: C/C++, Rust, Python. Embedded Linux. AI and ML. Bare-metal MCU. Desirable Skills We would love to hear from anyone with core skills in some of the following and desire to learn more of the others. For senior applicants we would seek an increasing number of the following skills: Full stack embedded software engineering from device-drivers to GUIs and WebApps. FPGA development (Vivado, Vitis and Modelsim), Digital Signal Processing. Electronic design including schematic capture, PCB design and mechanical design. Radio technologies, including Software Defined Radios, GNU Radio, RFNoC. Blue-sky thinking and ability to define and construct solutions to customer problems. Manage security of information as defined in the Security manual to ensure compliance with Government regulations. Role requirements Essential: Willing and able to obtain, and maintain, DV security clearance (following attainment of SC clearance). Qualifications Degree in an engineering, mathematical or science-based subject or equivalent experience.
hackajob is collaborating with Leonardo to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. Opportunity We are looking for talented, motivated Digital Engineers at every level to join our growing hardware engineering team within Leonardo, based in any of our 8 offices. As a Digital Engineer, you will play a critical role in the development, manufacture and testing of cutting-edge radio frequency systems within a range of product lines. With a focus on ensuring optimal performance and functionality, you will contribute to the advancement of our defence technology. The ideal candidates will have an understanding of digital design, microwave techniques and electromagnetic theory. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail are essential for success in these roles. What you'll do as a Digital Electronics Engineer: As a Digital Electronics Engineer you will be responsible for: Designing high speed digital PCBs that utilise the latest FPGA, microprocessor and high-speed interconnect technologies Supporting throughout the full hardware lifecycle from requirements analysis; through design, and unit test; to integrating hardware with the target system; and lastly to acceptance test and delivery to customer Fully documenting and recording your work products; keeping them under configuration management, and providing plans and progress reports Work closely with Systems, Mechanical and Software Engineers to develop sub-system digital electronic architectures which extend our product range, capability and performance with minimal Size, Weight and Power (SWaP). Develop new electronics through the full design lifecycle; from early concepting, technology maturation and prototyping; through to main product design, build test and to system integration; and lastly to acceptance test and delivery to the customer. What we need from you: Qualifications: first or second degree (BSc, BEng, MEng, MSc, PhD, EngD) in Electrical & Electronic Engineering (preferable) or related science (e.g. Physics) Experience with analysing system level requirements documents and understanding their application to Hardware designs The ability to break down and solve complex technical challenges, including the ability to visualise both the wider system context alongside the detailed digital architecture. Experience in developing novel digital electronics, including digital / DSP, firmware, and mixed-signal. Experience with schematic capture. It would be great if you have: Experience developing FPGA / firmware as well as hardware, as this would be extremely beneficial. Design of high-speed serial communication links and knowledge of associated protocols and architectures Security Clearance Please note that in order to apply for this opportunity you must be eligible for UK security clearance. Normally this is to the level of Security Check (typically known as "SC") for our business which includes having a minimum of 5 years permanent residency in the UK. For more information and guidance please visit: Life at Leonardo With a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been more accessible to as many people. Flexible Working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us Company funded flexible benefits: Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance) Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year Pension: Award winning pension scheme (up to 15% employer contribution) Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme with access to free mental health support, financial wellbeing support and network groups to demonstrate our ongoing commitment to diversity & inclusion (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Reservists, Carers) Lifestyle: Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work scheme Training: Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera Bonus: Scheme in place for all employees at management level and below Leonardo is a global high-tech company and one of the key players in Aerospace, Defence and Security. Headquartered in Italy, Leonardo has over 45,000 employees, of which 8,000 are based at 8 sites throughout the UK. At Leonardo UK, we believe that a diverse and inclusive work environment unlocks our people's full potential and drives innovation and creativity. We work hard to offer a welcoming, accessible and inclusive place to work for all of our people, creating a culture where everyone can thrive, feel safe and have a sense of belonging and connection. We strive to ensure that our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition that could affect how you perform in certain assessments, just let your recruiter know. We'll work with you to explore any adjustments that might help. This is a great opportunity to bring your talents and form an integral part of Leonardo's future. We can help you develop your skills and offer great opportunities to develop and grow, so why not join us. Primary Location: GB - Edinburgh Additional Locations: GB - Basildon, GB - Bristol Building, GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300, GB - Newcastle, GB - Southampton Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid
Jul 15, 2026
Full time
hackajob is collaborating with Leonardo to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. Opportunity We are looking for talented, motivated Digital Engineers at every level to join our growing hardware engineering team within Leonardo, based in any of our 8 offices. As a Digital Engineer, you will play a critical role in the development, manufacture and testing of cutting-edge radio frequency systems within a range of product lines. With a focus on ensuring optimal performance and functionality, you will contribute to the advancement of our defence technology. The ideal candidates will have an understanding of digital design, microwave techniques and electromagnetic theory. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail are essential for success in these roles. What you'll do as a Digital Electronics Engineer: As a Digital Electronics Engineer you will be responsible for: Designing high speed digital PCBs that utilise the latest FPGA, microprocessor and high-speed interconnect technologies Supporting throughout the full hardware lifecycle from requirements analysis; through design, and unit test; to integrating hardware with the target system; and lastly to acceptance test and delivery to customer Fully documenting and recording your work products; keeping them under configuration management, and providing plans and progress reports Work closely with Systems, Mechanical and Software Engineers to develop sub-system digital electronic architectures which extend our product range, capability and performance with minimal Size, Weight and Power (SWaP). Develop new electronics through the full design lifecycle; from early concepting, technology maturation and prototyping; through to main product design, build test and to system integration; and lastly to acceptance test and delivery to the customer. What we need from you: Qualifications: first or second degree (BSc, BEng, MEng, MSc, PhD, EngD) in Electrical & Electronic Engineering (preferable) or related science (e.g. Physics) Experience with analysing system level requirements documents and understanding their application to Hardware designs The ability to break down and solve complex technical challenges, including the ability to visualise both the wider system context alongside the detailed digital architecture. Experience in developing novel digital electronics, including digital / DSP, firmware, and mixed-signal. Experience with schematic capture. It would be great if you have: Experience developing FPGA / firmware as well as hardware, as this would be extremely beneficial. Design of high-speed serial communication links and knowledge of associated protocols and architectures Security Clearance Please note that in order to apply for this opportunity you must be eligible for UK security clearance. Normally this is to the level of Security Check (typically known as "SC") for our business which includes having a minimum of 5 years permanent residency in the UK. For more information and guidance please visit: Life at Leonardo With a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been more accessible to as many people. Flexible Working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us Company funded flexible benefits: Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance) Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year Pension: Award winning pension scheme (up to 15% employer contribution) Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme with access to free mental health support, financial wellbeing support and network groups to demonstrate our ongoing commitment to diversity & inclusion (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Reservists, Carers) Lifestyle: Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work scheme Training: Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera Bonus: Scheme in place for all employees at management level and below Leonardo is a global high-tech company and one of the key players in Aerospace, Defence and Security. Headquartered in Italy, Leonardo has over 45,000 employees, of which 8,000 are based at 8 sites throughout the UK. At Leonardo UK, we believe that a diverse and inclusive work environment unlocks our people's full potential and drives innovation and creativity. We work hard to offer a welcoming, accessible and inclusive place to work for all of our people, creating a culture where everyone can thrive, feel safe and have a sense of belonging and connection. We strive to ensure that our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition that could affect how you perform in certain assessments, just let your recruiter know. We'll work with you to explore any adjustments that might help. This is a great opportunity to bring your talents and form an integral part of Leonardo's future. We can help you develop your skills and offer great opportunities to develop and grow, so why not join us. Primary Location: GB - Edinburgh Additional Locations: GB - Basildon, GB - Bristol Building, GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300, GB - Newcastle, GB - Southampton Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid
FPGA Firmware Engineer - Ulverston Hybrid or Remote (3 days on site per month, Tuesday to Thursday ) which is fully expensed - Travel & Accommodation Are your Firmware Engineer or FPGA Design Engineer career goals not being met ? Are you working in a huge corporate, in a very large team on only a small module of an overall project ? Bored ? Are you frustrated by the bureaucracy ? Are you working in click apply for full job details
Jul 13, 2026
Full time
FPGA Firmware Engineer - Ulverston Hybrid or Remote (3 days on site per month, Tuesday to Thursday ) which is fully expensed - Travel & Accommodation Are your Firmware Engineer or FPGA Design Engineer career goals not being met ? Are you working in a huge corporate, in a very large team on only a small module of an overall project ? Bored ? Are you frustrated by the bureaucracy ? Are you working in click apply for full job details
Acs Business Performance Ltd
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Electronics Engineer Junior Electronics Engineer Electronics Engineer Senior Electronics Engineer We are recruiting Electronics Engineers at Junior, Engineer and Senior levels to join a growing engineering team developing advanced thermal imaging and electro optical products used in demanding commercial, industrial and defence applications. This is an opportunity to work on innovative technology within a business that designs, develops and manufactures its own products. You'll become part of a multidisciplinary engineering team, working alongside software, firmware, mechanical and production engineers to develop high performance electronic systems from initial concept through to manufacture. Depending on your level of experience, you'll either develop your technical skills under the guidance of experienced engineers, work independently across the full product development lifecycle, or take technical ownership of complex electronic designs while supporting and mentoring other members of the engineering team. The Role You'll be involved in the design, development, testing and support of electronic hardware used in advanced imaging products. Working as part of the engineering team, you'll contribute throughout the complete product development lifecycle, from concept and feasibility through prototype development, verification, testing and production. Typical responsibilities include: Designing analogue and digital electronic circuits. Producing schematics, design calculations and technical documentation. Supporting PCB design and hardware development. Testing, debugging and fault finding at board and system level. Integrating electronic hardware with firmware, software, sensors and communication interfaces. Supporting prototype builds, product verification and production release. Working with production teams to resolve technical issues and support manufacturing. Contributing to product improvements, component selection and ongoing engineering development. Senior Engineers will also take technical ownership of projects, contribute to design reviews, support engineering best practice and provide technical guidance to junior engineers. About You We're interested in hearing from engineers at different stages of their career, from graduates and early career engineers through to experienced Senior Electronics Engineers. You'll ideally have experience in some or all of the following: Electronic hardware design. Analogue and digital electronics. PCB design and schematic capture. Electronic testing, debugging and fault finding. Embedded electronics, microcontrollers, FPGA or sensor integration. Working on products from concept through to manufacture. Experience gained within defence, aerospace, industrial, scientific or other high technology engineering environments would be beneficial, although candidates from other electronics design backgrounds will also be considered. You'll hold a degree, HNC, HND, apprenticeship or equivalent qualification in Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline, together with a practical, hands on approach to solving engineering problems. What's on Offer This is an opportunity to work on technically challenging products within a collaborative engineering environment where you'll have exposure to the complete product development process. In return you'll receive: A competitive salary aligned to your experience and level. Opportunities at Junior, Engineer and Senior Engineer level. The chance to work on advanced thermal imaging and electro optical technology. Involvement in projects from concept through to manufacture. Ongoing technical development and career progression. A permanent position within an established and innovative engineering business. Whether you're looking to take the next step in your engineering career or you're an experienced electronics engineer seeking a technically challenging environment, we'd be pleased to hear from you.
Jul 11, 2026
Full time
Electronics Engineer Junior Electronics Engineer Electronics Engineer Senior Electronics Engineer We are recruiting Electronics Engineers at Junior, Engineer and Senior levels to join a growing engineering team developing advanced thermal imaging and electro optical products used in demanding commercial, industrial and defence applications. This is an opportunity to work on innovative technology within a business that designs, develops and manufactures its own products. You'll become part of a multidisciplinary engineering team, working alongside software, firmware, mechanical and production engineers to develop high performance electronic systems from initial concept through to manufacture. Depending on your level of experience, you'll either develop your technical skills under the guidance of experienced engineers, work independently across the full product development lifecycle, or take technical ownership of complex electronic designs while supporting and mentoring other members of the engineering team. The Role You'll be involved in the design, development, testing and support of electronic hardware used in advanced imaging products. Working as part of the engineering team, you'll contribute throughout the complete product development lifecycle, from concept and feasibility through prototype development, verification, testing and production. Typical responsibilities include: Designing analogue and digital electronic circuits. Producing schematics, design calculations and technical documentation. Supporting PCB design and hardware development. Testing, debugging and fault finding at board and system level. Integrating electronic hardware with firmware, software, sensors and communication interfaces. Supporting prototype builds, product verification and production release. Working with production teams to resolve technical issues and support manufacturing. Contributing to product improvements, component selection and ongoing engineering development. Senior Engineers will also take technical ownership of projects, contribute to design reviews, support engineering best practice and provide technical guidance to junior engineers. About You We're interested in hearing from engineers at different stages of their career, from graduates and early career engineers through to experienced Senior Electronics Engineers. You'll ideally have experience in some or all of the following: Electronic hardware design. Analogue and digital electronics. PCB design and schematic capture. Electronic testing, debugging and fault finding. Embedded electronics, microcontrollers, FPGA or sensor integration. Working on products from concept through to manufacture. Experience gained within defence, aerospace, industrial, scientific or other high technology engineering environments would be beneficial, although candidates from other electronics design backgrounds will also be considered. You'll hold a degree, HNC, HND, apprenticeship or equivalent qualification in Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline, together with a practical, hands on approach to solving engineering problems. What's on Offer This is an opportunity to work on technically challenging products within a collaborative engineering environment where you'll have exposure to the complete product development process. In return you'll receive: A competitive salary aligned to your experience and level. Opportunities at Junior, Engineer and Senior Engineer level. The chance to work on advanced thermal imaging and electro optical technology. Involvement in projects from concept through to manufacture. Ongoing technical development and career progression. A permanent position within an established and innovative engineering business. Whether you're looking to take the next step in your engineering career or you're an experienced electronics engineer seeking a technically challenging environment, we'd be pleased to hear from you.
hackajob is collaborating with Leonardo to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. Job Description: The opportunity: We are looking for an experienced Principal High-Speed Digital Electronics Engineers to join the GCAP development team in Leonardo, to work at the either Edinburgh or Newcastle site. GCAP is an exciting new project team designing a new radar sensor. You will be working within a multi-disciplined delivery team with responsibility across the full engineering lifecycle from requirements capture to final delivery. This is an exciting and challenging opportunity to join a highly skilled team at a time of significant growth of the GCAP programme. What you'll do as a Principal High Speed Digital Electronics Engineer: This is an exciting opportunity for you as an experienced engineer to bring your skillset and knowledge into our working environment. You will: Designing high speed digital Printed Circuit Boards that utilise the latest FPGA, microprocessor and high-speed interconnect technologies Supporting throughout the full hardware lifecycle from requirements analysis; through design, and unit test; to integrating hardware with the target system; and lastly to acceptance test and delivery to customer Fully documenting and recording your work products; keeping them under configuration management, and providing plans and progress reports Working within a multi-disciplined team of engineers to solve real integration problems on complex systems What we need from you: Qualifications: first or second degree (BSc, BEng, MEng, MSc, PhD, EngD) in Electrical & Electronic Engineering (preferable) or related science (e.g. Physics) Analysing system level requirements documents and understanding their application to hardware designs Schematic capture experience Design of high-speed serial communication links and knowledge of associated protocols and architectures Hands on experience of hardware, firmware & software integration of microprocessor-based designs onto hardware platforms is essential A methodical approach to the full hardware design lifecycle, working to a structured hardware process Debugging, testing and verification of new designs and supporting their commissioning and integration into the target system Ability to liaise with suppliers of key components and assemblies Ability to communicate effectively across different disciplines both verbally and in written for Ability to schedule work and manage time in keeping with project timescales and budgets Security Clearance Please note that in order to apply for this opportunity you must be eligible for UK security clearance. Normally this is to the level of Security Check (typically known as "SC") for our business which includes having a minimum of 5 years permanent residency in the UK. For more information and guidance please visit: Life at Leonardo With a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been more accessible to as many people. Flexible Working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us Company funded flexible benefits: Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance) Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year Pension: Award winning pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution) Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme with access to free mental health support, financial wellbeing support and network groups to demonstrate our ongoing commitment to diversity & inclusion (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Reservists, Carers) Lifestyle: Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work scheme Training: Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera Referral Incentive: You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family member Bonus: Scheme in place for all employees at management level and below Leonardo is a global high-tech company and one of the key players in Aerospace, Defence and Security. Headquartered in Italy, Leonardo has over 45,000 employees, of which 8,000 are based at 8 sites throughout the UK. At Leonardo UK, we believe that a diverse and inclusive work environment unlocks our people's full potential and drives innovation and creativity. We work hard to offer a welcoming, accessible and inclusive place to work for all of our people, creating a culture where everyone can thrive, feel safe and have a sense of belonging and connection. This is a great opportunity to bring your talents and form an integral part of Leonardo's future. We can help you develop your skills and offer great opportunities to develop and grow, so why not join us. Primary Location: GB - Edinburgh Additional Locations: GB - Newcastle Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid
Jul 09, 2026
Full time
hackajob is collaborating with Leonardo to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. Job Description: The opportunity: We are looking for an experienced Principal High-Speed Digital Electronics Engineers to join the GCAP development team in Leonardo, to work at the either Edinburgh or Newcastle site. GCAP is an exciting new project team designing a new radar sensor. You will be working within a multi-disciplined delivery team with responsibility across the full engineering lifecycle from requirements capture to final delivery. This is an exciting and challenging opportunity to join a highly skilled team at a time of significant growth of the GCAP programme. What you'll do as a Principal High Speed Digital Electronics Engineer: This is an exciting opportunity for you as an experienced engineer to bring your skillset and knowledge into our working environment. You will: Designing high speed digital Printed Circuit Boards that utilise the latest FPGA, microprocessor and high-speed interconnect technologies Supporting throughout the full hardware lifecycle from requirements analysis; through design, and unit test; to integrating hardware with the target system; and lastly to acceptance test and delivery to customer Fully documenting and recording your work products; keeping them under configuration management, and providing plans and progress reports Working within a multi-disciplined team of engineers to solve real integration problems on complex systems What we need from you: Qualifications: first or second degree (BSc, BEng, MEng, MSc, PhD, EngD) in Electrical & Electronic Engineering (preferable) or related science (e.g. Physics) Analysing system level requirements documents and understanding their application to hardware designs Schematic capture experience Design of high-speed serial communication links and knowledge of associated protocols and architectures Hands on experience of hardware, firmware & software integration of microprocessor-based designs onto hardware platforms is essential A methodical approach to the full hardware design lifecycle, working to a structured hardware process Debugging, testing and verification of new designs and supporting their commissioning and integration into the target system Ability to liaise with suppliers of key components and assemblies Ability to communicate effectively across different disciplines both verbally and in written for Ability to schedule work and manage time in keeping with project timescales and budgets Security Clearance Please note that in order to apply for this opportunity you must be eligible for UK security clearance. Normally this is to the level of Security Check (typically known as "SC") for our business which includes having a minimum of 5 years permanent residency in the UK. For more information and guidance please visit: Life at Leonardo With a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been more accessible to as many people. Flexible Working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us Company funded flexible benefits: Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance) Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year Pension: Award winning pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution) Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme with access to free mental health support, financial wellbeing support and network groups to demonstrate our ongoing commitment to diversity & inclusion (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Reservists, Carers) Lifestyle: Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work scheme Training: Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera Referral Incentive: You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family member Bonus: Scheme in place for all employees at management level and below Leonardo is a global high-tech company and one of the key players in Aerospace, Defence and Security. Headquartered in Italy, Leonardo has over 45,000 employees, of which 8,000 are based at 8 sites throughout the UK. At Leonardo UK, we believe that a diverse and inclusive work environment unlocks our people's full potential and drives innovation and creativity. We work hard to offer a welcoming, accessible and inclusive place to work for all of our people, creating a culture where everyone can thrive, feel safe and have a sense of belonging and connection. This is a great opportunity to bring your talents and form an integral part of Leonardo's future. We can help you develop your skills and offer great opportunities to develop and grow, so why not join us. Primary Location: GB - Edinburgh Additional Locations: GB - Newcastle Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid
hackajob is collaborating with Leonardo to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. Job Description: Your Impact Are you looking for a change of role and are wondering if a move into FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) design might be for you? Leonardo provides a route to develop your existing skills in our on-site FPGA Academy, to allow you to become a full-time Senior FPGA / Firmware Engineer. You'll then apply your talents to a range of cutting edge designs in our world class Radar and Advanced Targeting Systems (RATS) team. About the FPGA Academy The FPGA Academy is a 16 week structured training and development programme designed for engineers with transferable technical skill sets (such as electronic engineering, embedded software, or systems engineering) who wish to transition into FPGA / Firmware Engineering. The Academy provides focused technical training, mentored practical exercises, and hands on project work. On successful completion, engineers are deployed across a range of complex design projects, contributing to real systems alongside experienced FPGA and Electronics engineers. This programme is not intended for absolute beginners; it is aimed at capable engineers with strong fundamentals and proven problem solving ability who can quickly adapt and progress. About the Role As an FPGA Academy Engineer, you will re-skill into a FPGA / Firmware engineering role and apply your existing engineering and coding experience to the design, implementation, and verification of complex electronic systems. You will learn how to translate requirements into robust FPGA-based solutions and work within established engineering processes suitable for high reliability and mission critical applications. What You'll Do During the Academy, and following deployment, you will: Undertake a structured 16 week FPGA training programme combining: Practical labs Mentored design exercises Online training material and self-led research Apply systems thinking to hardware design challenges Post training deployment into established engineering teams Once you have completed the Academy, as a FPGA / Firmware Engineer, you will be responsible for (with support appropriate to your development stage): Hardware requirements, capture and management Concept development for complex functions and systems FPGA design, implementation, and analysis Applying verification techniques using VHDL or SystemVerilog, with exposure to UVM where applicable Production of material for design reviews Development of test planning, integration, and design verification activities Ensuring all firmware designs comply with the company firmware development process Working with FPGA technologies and tools from AMD, Altera, or Microchip What you'll bring A degree (BSc, BEng, MEng, MSc, PhD, EngD) in Electrical & Electronic Engineering (preferred) or a related science (e.g. Physics) Coding experience, such as: Embedded C / C++, Python / scripting languages, Low level or real time software, algorithmic or systems level programming Proven engineering problem solving experience, demonstrated through academic projects, industrial experience or personal / independent engineering work Strong digital engineering fundamentals and the ability to learn quickly Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - Newcastle Additional Locations: GB - Edinburgh Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid
Jul 08, 2026
Full time
hackajob is collaborating with Leonardo to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. Job Description: Your Impact Are you looking for a change of role and are wondering if a move into FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) design might be for you? Leonardo provides a route to develop your existing skills in our on-site FPGA Academy, to allow you to become a full-time Senior FPGA / Firmware Engineer. You'll then apply your talents to a range of cutting edge designs in our world class Radar and Advanced Targeting Systems (RATS) team. About the FPGA Academy The FPGA Academy is a 16 week structured training and development programme designed for engineers with transferable technical skill sets (such as electronic engineering, embedded software, or systems engineering) who wish to transition into FPGA / Firmware Engineering. The Academy provides focused technical training, mentored practical exercises, and hands on project work. On successful completion, engineers are deployed across a range of complex design projects, contributing to real systems alongside experienced FPGA and Electronics engineers. This programme is not intended for absolute beginners; it is aimed at capable engineers with strong fundamentals and proven problem solving ability who can quickly adapt and progress. About the Role As an FPGA Academy Engineer, you will re-skill into a FPGA / Firmware engineering role and apply your existing engineering and coding experience to the design, implementation, and verification of complex electronic systems. You will learn how to translate requirements into robust FPGA-based solutions and work within established engineering processes suitable for high reliability and mission critical applications. What You'll Do During the Academy, and following deployment, you will: Undertake a structured 16 week FPGA training programme combining: Practical labs Mentored design exercises Online training material and self-led research Apply systems thinking to hardware design challenges Post training deployment into established engineering teams Once you have completed the Academy, as a FPGA / Firmware Engineer, you will be responsible for (with support appropriate to your development stage): Hardware requirements, capture and management Concept development for complex functions and systems FPGA design, implementation, and analysis Applying verification techniques using VHDL or SystemVerilog, with exposure to UVM where applicable Production of material for design reviews Development of test planning, integration, and design verification activities Ensuring all firmware designs comply with the company firmware development process Working with FPGA technologies and tools from AMD, Altera, or Microchip What you'll bring A degree (BSc, BEng, MEng, MSc, PhD, EngD) in Electrical & Electronic Engineering (preferred) or a related science (e.g. Physics) Coding experience, such as: Embedded C / C++, Python / scripting languages, Low level or real time software, algorithmic or systems level programming Proven engineering problem solving experience, demonstrated through academic projects, industrial experience or personal / independent engineering work Strong digital engineering fundamentals and the ability to learn quickly Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - Newcastle Additional Locations: GB - Edinburgh Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid
hackajob is collaborating with Leonardo to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. Job Description: Your impact An exciting opportunity has arisen within Leonardo for a Lead Firmware / FPGA Specialist to work within the Surveillance Sector, developing firmware, working on FPGAs, that underpins both our current proven surveillance radar systems and our next generation breakthrough technologies. We deliver high-performance surveillance radar solutions such as Osprey and Seaspray , operating in demanding, mission-critical environments across air, land, and maritime domains. As new programmes begin from the ground up, we are offering a rare opportunity to help architect and develop the next generation of surveillance radar technology, working closely with hardware and software where performance, reliability, and innovation truly matter. This is a unique opportunity where you will experience the full engineering lifecycle within Leonardo, involving requirement capture, architecture definition, design maturation, integration and qualification support of next generation surveillance radars. If you have a proven track-record and are passionate in what you do and can deliver a pragmatic approach to problem solving, we would like to hear from you. What you'll bring As a Lead Firmware / FPGA Specialist, you will work with the support of experts in their field, using world-class facilities to deliver firmware for complex digital systems that meet challenging future customer requirements. You will use your technical experience in all aspects of firmware development to support the delivery of key products. Your expertise will be key to enhance processes and ways of working across UK wide FPGA/Firmware delivery teams. You will also mentor junior members of the team to help enhance their skills and knowledge in all aspects of Firmware development. What you must have: Degree (BSc, BEng, MEng, MSc, PhD) in Electrical & Electronic Engineering or similar engineering/science course. Ability to analyse system level requirements and capture/ derive detailed FW requirements. 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 in specifying timing and area constraints for efficient FPGA place and route. Experience in integrating and debugging complex systems where the Firmware interacts with Hardware and Software. Experience of working in mixed discipline teams. Due to the nature of our work, any candidate must have 5 years UK residency and be capable of achieving full SC security clearance. It would be desirable if you had: 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. Experience in Siemens tools HDLDesigner and QuestaSim. Experience in using DOORs and ReqTracer. Experience within the defence industry. This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn. Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance : All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning : Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks : Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - Edinburgh Additional Locations: GB - Newcastle Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid
Jul 08, 2026
Full time
hackajob is collaborating with Leonardo to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. Job Description: Your impact An exciting opportunity has arisen within Leonardo for a Lead Firmware / FPGA Specialist to work within the Surveillance Sector, developing firmware, working on FPGAs, that underpins both our current proven surveillance radar systems and our next generation breakthrough technologies. We deliver high-performance surveillance radar solutions such as Osprey and Seaspray , operating in demanding, mission-critical environments across air, land, and maritime domains. As new programmes begin from the ground up, we are offering a rare opportunity to help architect and develop the next generation of surveillance radar technology, working closely with hardware and software where performance, reliability, and innovation truly matter. This is a unique opportunity where you will experience the full engineering lifecycle within Leonardo, involving requirement capture, architecture definition, design maturation, integration and qualification support of next generation surveillance radars. If you have a proven track-record and are passionate in what you do and can deliver a pragmatic approach to problem solving, we would like to hear from you. What you'll bring As a Lead Firmware / FPGA Specialist, you will work with the support of experts in their field, using world-class facilities to deliver firmware for complex digital systems that meet challenging future customer requirements. You will use your technical experience in all aspects of firmware development to support the delivery of key products. Your expertise will be key to enhance processes and ways of working across UK wide FPGA/Firmware delivery teams. You will also mentor junior members of the team to help enhance their skills and knowledge in all aspects of Firmware development. What you must have: Degree (BSc, BEng, MEng, MSc, PhD) in Electrical & Electronic Engineering or similar engineering/science course. Ability to analyse system level requirements and capture/ derive detailed FW requirements. 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 in specifying timing and area constraints for efficient FPGA place and route. Experience in integrating and debugging complex systems where the Firmware interacts with Hardware and Software. Experience of working in mixed discipline teams. Due to the nature of our work, any candidate must have 5 years UK residency and be capable of achieving full SC security clearance. It would be desirable if you had: 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. Experience in Siemens tools HDLDesigner and QuestaSim. Experience in using DOORs and ReqTracer. Experience within the defence industry. This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn. Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance : All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning : Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks : Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - Edinburgh Additional Locations: GB - Newcastle Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid
hackajob is collaborating with Leonardo to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. Job Description: Your Impact: At Leonardo, we are excited to be recruiting for a highly skilled, Electronics Specialist to work within a multi-disciplinary team for our Precision Guidance area. The role requires a broad and extensive electronic knowledge in the digital and analogue domains. This role will be based out of our Basildon office with Hybrid working working options. What you will do: Development responsibilities may include requirements capture, schematic capture and PCB Layout (Dx Designer and Expedition - Siemens EDA), circuit simulation, driving the design review process whilst collaborating with other engineering functions and manufacturing. You will also be responsible for devising and implementing all necessary design verification tests and supporting documentation required to allow your new designs to transition into production. What you'll bring Skills, Qualifications & Knowledge Required First or second degree (BSc, BEng, MEng, MSc, PhD, EngD) in Electronic Engineering (preferable) or related science (e.g. Physics) with some specialisation in electronic techniques. Extensive experience of PCB development tools and process (preferably Siemens EDA) Extensive knowledge or specialism in one or more of the following: High Speed Digital circuit design including use of LVDS, JESD204 and/or Ethernet communications. FPGA & Processor circuit design including use of DDR memory devices and supporting power and peripheral circuits. Analogue circuit design of low noise signal conditioning circuits and use of ADC's & DAC's. Power supply design including low noise, low power, compact design. Experience of circuit simulation and PCB signal & power integrity analysis. Experience of DFx (designing for cost, test and manufacturability) Experience in System level and sub-system integration and Debug. Knowledge of Matlab and Simulink would also be beneficial. Design of engineering solutions taking into account all requirements such as product quality, safety, reliability and testability. Present robust engineering solutions at design and peer reviews to ensure technical accuracy of specifications, designs and reports. Able to mentor, coach and develop more junior members of the team to develop overall capability. Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance : All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning : Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks : Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - Basildon Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid
Jul 08, 2026
Full time
hackajob is collaborating with Leonardo to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. Job Description: Your Impact: At Leonardo, we are excited to be recruiting for a highly skilled, Electronics Specialist to work within a multi-disciplinary team for our Precision Guidance area. The role requires a broad and extensive electronic knowledge in the digital and analogue domains. This role will be based out of our Basildon office with Hybrid working working options. What you will do: Development responsibilities may include requirements capture, schematic capture and PCB Layout (Dx Designer and Expedition - Siemens EDA), circuit simulation, driving the design review process whilst collaborating with other engineering functions and manufacturing. You will also be responsible for devising and implementing all necessary design verification tests and supporting documentation required to allow your new designs to transition into production. What you'll bring Skills, Qualifications & Knowledge Required First or second degree (BSc, BEng, MEng, MSc, PhD, EngD) in Electronic Engineering (preferable) or related science (e.g. Physics) with some specialisation in electronic techniques. Extensive experience of PCB development tools and process (preferably Siemens EDA) Extensive knowledge or specialism in one or more of the following: High Speed Digital circuit design including use of LVDS, JESD204 and/or Ethernet communications. FPGA & Processor circuit design including use of DDR memory devices and supporting power and peripheral circuits. Analogue circuit design of low noise signal conditioning circuits and use of ADC's & DAC's. Power supply design including low noise, low power, compact design. Experience of circuit simulation and PCB signal & power integrity analysis. Experience of DFx (designing for cost, test and manufacturability) Experience in System level and sub-system integration and Debug. Knowledge of Matlab and Simulink would also be beneficial. Design of engineering solutions taking into account all requirements such as product quality, safety, reliability and testability. Present robust engineering solutions at design and peer reviews to ensure technical accuracy of specifications, designs and reports. Able to mentor, coach and develop more junior members of the team to develop overall capability. Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance : All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning : Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks : Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - Basildon Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid
hackajob is collaborating with Leonardo to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. Job Description: What does it take to make complex EW and Future Combat Air systems react in real time, under extreme conditions? At Leonardo, it's the FPGA logic at the heart of those systems that makes the difference. As an FPGA Design Engineer working on our EW and FCA programmes, you'll help develop the programmable logic that enables high speed sensing, signal processing and decision making in mission critical environments. Based primarily in Luton, this role combines real programme delivery with access to a structured FPGA Academy, allowing capable engineers to deepen and accelerate their FPGA expertise while contributing to live EW and combat air systems. Hybrid working is supported, with on site presence flexing to meet programme needs. What you will do as an FPGA Design Engineer on EW and FCA programmes: Design, develop and verify FPGA logic for advanced electronic warfare and combat air systems. Work on modern FPGA platforms supporting: High speed data movement and sensor interfaces Deterministic, low latency processing chains Embedded processing using SoC devices and soft core processors Support the delivery of FPGA solutions enabling advanced signal processing, control and real time data handling. Translate system level requirements into robust FPGA architectures and implementations. Implement, simulate and verify designs using structured FPGA development and verification methodologies. Support integration, bring up and debug of FPGA designs within complex hardware platforms in advanced electronics laboratories. Collaborate closely with hardware, systems and software teams to deliver fully integrated EW and FCA system solutions. Participate in design and technical reviews, and where required, support activity across UK sites or customer locations. Alongside project delivery, you'll be supported by a structured FPGA Academy, with training modules aligned to both your existing background and the needs of the EW and FCA programmes you're supporting. How this role grows with you This is a role where progression comes through technical depth and delivery, not job titles alone. Initially, you'll focus on building confidence developing and verifying FPGA designs while contributing meaningfully to EW and FCA programmes. As experience grows, you'll take ownership of larger FPGA features or processing chains, influencing architectural and implementation decisions. With proven delivery and judgement, progression leads naturally to Senior and Principal FPGA roles, where you shape FPGA strategy, mentor others and influence system level solutions. Growth is driven by technical authority, problem solving and trust earned through programme delivery. What you'll bring This role is suited to engineers with a strong technical foundation who want to build depth and confidence in FPGA development within complex system environments. Essential experience and knowledge: HNC/HND or degree level knowledge in a relevant discipline (e.g. Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Physics or similar), or equivalent practical experience. Experience working within a structured engineering development lifecycle. Exposure to digital systems, programmable logic, or hardware proximate development. Awareness of high speed interfaces and digital design concepts (e.g. Ethernet, PCIe, JESD, LVDS). Hands on experience supporting system level debug and test, using appropriate electronics tools. Useful (but not required): Prior FPGA or HDL development experience. Experience with embedded processing, SoC based designs or real time systems. Background in defence, aerospace or other high reliability industries, where performance and robustness are critical. Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300 Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid
Jul 08, 2026
Full time
hackajob is collaborating with Leonardo to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. Job Description: What does it take to make complex EW and Future Combat Air systems react in real time, under extreme conditions? At Leonardo, it's the FPGA logic at the heart of those systems that makes the difference. As an FPGA Design Engineer working on our EW and FCA programmes, you'll help develop the programmable logic that enables high speed sensing, signal processing and decision making in mission critical environments. Based primarily in Luton, this role combines real programme delivery with access to a structured FPGA Academy, allowing capable engineers to deepen and accelerate their FPGA expertise while contributing to live EW and combat air systems. Hybrid working is supported, with on site presence flexing to meet programme needs. What you will do as an FPGA Design Engineer on EW and FCA programmes: Design, develop and verify FPGA logic for advanced electronic warfare and combat air systems. Work on modern FPGA platforms supporting: High speed data movement and sensor interfaces Deterministic, low latency processing chains Embedded processing using SoC devices and soft core processors Support the delivery of FPGA solutions enabling advanced signal processing, control and real time data handling. Translate system level requirements into robust FPGA architectures and implementations. Implement, simulate and verify designs using structured FPGA development and verification methodologies. Support integration, bring up and debug of FPGA designs within complex hardware platforms in advanced electronics laboratories. Collaborate closely with hardware, systems and software teams to deliver fully integrated EW and FCA system solutions. Participate in design and technical reviews, and where required, support activity across UK sites or customer locations. Alongside project delivery, you'll be supported by a structured FPGA Academy, with training modules aligned to both your existing background and the needs of the EW and FCA programmes you're supporting. How this role grows with you This is a role where progression comes through technical depth and delivery, not job titles alone. Initially, you'll focus on building confidence developing and verifying FPGA designs while contributing meaningfully to EW and FCA programmes. As experience grows, you'll take ownership of larger FPGA features or processing chains, influencing architectural and implementation decisions. With proven delivery and judgement, progression leads naturally to Senior and Principal FPGA roles, where you shape FPGA strategy, mentor others and influence system level solutions. Growth is driven by technical authority, problem solving and trust earned through programme delivery. What you'll bring This role is suited to engineers with a strong technical foundation who want to build depth and confidence in FPGA development within complex system environments. Essential experience and knowledge: HNC/HND or degree level knowledge in a relevant discipline (e.g. Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Physics or similar), or equivalent practical experience. Experience working within a structured engineering development lifecycle. Exposure to digital systems, programmable logic, or hardware proximate development. Awareness of high speed interfaces and digital design concepts (e.g. Ethernet, PCIe, JESD, LVDS). Hands on experience supporting system level debug and test, using appropriate electronics tools. Useful (but not required): Prior FPGA or HDL development experience. Experience with embedded processing, SoC based designs or real time systems. Background in defence, aerospace or other high reliability industries, where performance and robustness are critical. Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300 Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid
Maximise hardware capabilities through smart crafting to deliver fastest possible financial software We are seeking a Senior C++ Software Engineer, skilled in creating highly-optimised low level code to run under Linux. As a senior member of this Cambridge-based development team, you will play a leading role throughout the SDLC from defining initial requirements to software implementation, verification and deployment. Your focus will be on dependability as well as seeking clever optimisations to take best advantage of the underlying hardware. You will interact with colleagues with other technical background such as electronics and FPGA design, as well as the end users of the code you create. Your knowledge will help steer the technical direction of the team and provide mentoring for less experienced colleagues. You will need: A solid academic background in computer science, electronics, or a similarly applicable subject. Excellent software design and development skills together with the in-depth knowledge of how C++ works under the skin, allowing you to avoid performance pitfalls and create fast, reliable code. A good understanding of Linux, as well as areas such as concurrency, network protocols, and CPU architectures. Existing coding skills, or a demonstrable interest in Rust. Great team work, communication, and analytical skills. Full existing UK work permission. A highly competitive package is on offer to the successful candidate, including a performance-based bonus. Joining at an exciting point, this is an excellent chance to join a company that's committed to staying at the technological forefront of what they do, and to nurturing the development of their employees. Another top job from ECM, the high-tech recruitment experts. Even if this job's not quite right, do contact us now - we may well have the ideal job for you. To discuss your requirements call (phone number removed) or email your CV. We will always ask before forwarding your CV. Please apply (quoting ref: CV27621 ) only if you are eligible to live and work in the UK. By submitting your details you certify that the information you provide is accurate.
Jul 08, 2026
Full time
Maximise hardware capabilities through smart crafting to deliver fastest possible financial software We are seeking a Senior C++ Software Engineer, skilled in creating highly-optimised low level code to run under Linux. As a senior member of this Cambridge-based development team, you will play a leading role throughout the SDLC from defining initial requirements to software implementation, verification and deployment. Your focus will be on dependability as well as seeking clever optimisations to take best advantage of the underlying hardware. You will interact with colleagues with other technical background such as electronics and FPGA design, as well as the end users of the code you create. Your knowledge will help steer the technical direction of the team and provide mentoring for less experienced colleagues. You will need: A solid academic background in computer science, electronics, or a similarly applicable subject. Excellent software design and development skills together with the in-depth knowledge of how C++ works under the skin, allowing you to avoid performance pitfalls and create fast, reliable code. A good understanding of Linux, as well as areas such as concurrency, network protocols, and CPU architectures. Existing coding skills, or a demonstrable interest in Rust. Great team work, communication, and analytical skills. Full existing UK work permission. A highly competitive package is on offer to the successful candidate, including a performance-based bonus. Joining at an exciting point, this is an excellent chance to join a company that's committed to staying at the technological forefront of what they do, and to nurturing the development of their employees. Another top job from ECM, the high-tech recruitment experts. Even if this job's not quite right, do contact us now - we may well have the ideal job for you. To discuss your requirements call (phone number removed) or email your CV. We will always ask before forwarding your CV. Please apply (quoting ref: CV27621 ) only if you are eligible to live and work in the UK. By submitting your details you certify that the information you provide is accurate.
FPGA Engineer Job Southampton Job Reference: FPGA Engineer Location: Southampton, UK An experienced FPGA Engineer is required to join a specialist engineering team in Southampton, supporting the design, development, and enhancement of FPGA and SoC solutions for high-reliability products. The FPGA Engineer role offers hands-on technical ownership across the full FPGA lifecycle. Key responsibilities (FPGA Engineer): Design, implement, and verify FPGA and SoC solutions Develop and simulate VHDL for complex FPGA architectures Integrate and test FPGA solutions at system level Produce clear design and verification documentation Collaborate with system, electronic, and FPGA engineers Essential skills for the FPGA Engineer role in Southampton: Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or similar 5+ years experience as an FPGA Engineer Strong VHDL and/or Verilog development experience Knowledge of FPGA toolchains (Vivado, Quartus, ModelSim) Experience with SoC devices (e.g. Zynq UltraScale+) Desirable: Video/RF protocols (MIPI, SDI) Python or TCL scripting High-reliability, defence, or aerospace experience UK Security Clearance (SC or DV) This FPGA Engineer job offers the chance to develop in a very strong business in Southampton, Hampshire.
Jul 08, 2026
Full time
FPGA Engineer Job Southampton Job Reference: FPGA Engineer Location: Southampton, UK An experienced FPGA Engineer is required to join a specialist engineering team in Southampton, supporting the design, development, and enhancement of FPGA and SoC solutions for high-reliability products. The FPGA Engineer role offers hands-on technical ownership across the full FPGA lifecycle. Key responsibilities (FPGA Engineer): Design, implement, and verify FPGA and SoC solutions Develop and simulate VHDL for complex FPGA architectures Integrate and test FPGA solutions at system level Produce clear design and verification documentation Collaborate with system, electronic, and FPGA engineers Essential skills for the FPGA Engineer role in Southampton: Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or similar 5+ years experience as an FPGA Engineer Strong VHDL and/or Verilog development experience Knowledge of FPGA toolchains (Vivado, Quartus, ModelSim) Experience with SoC devices (e.g. Zynq UltraScale+) Desirable: Video/RF protocols (MIPI, SDI) Python or TCL scripting High-reliability, defence, or aerospace experience UK Security Clearance (SC or DV) This FPGA Engineer job offers the chance to develop in a very strong business in Southampton, Hampshire.
Job Title : Senior FPGA Engineer Location : Bedford - 2 Days On-Site Per Week Salary : £70,000 - £80,000 (Depending on Experience) Please Note: All applicants must have full rights to work in the UK without the need for VISA Sponsorship now, or in the future. Overview : A successful candidate will play a key role in shaping FPGA architecture and functionality, contributing to the design of innovative products that demand exceptional performance, reliability, and technical excellence. The role offers exposure to the full product development lifecycle, from early-stage concept and requirements definition through to design, implementation, verification, testing, and system integration. You'll collaborate closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams, influencing technical decisions and helping to deliver cutting-edge hardware solutions within a challenging and rewarding environment. Job Responsibilities : Design and develop FPGA solutions using VHDL, from concept through to implementation. Develop digital logic to deliver high-performance and reliable hardware functionality. Create and execute test plans, debug designs, and support system integration activities. Evaluate and select FPGA technologies for new product developments. Use simulation, analysis, and prototyping to validate designs and reduce technical risk. Work closely with cross-functional teams on project planning, design reviews, and product development activities. Contribute to the ongoing improvement of FPGA development tools, processes, and best practices. Required Skills & Experience: Proven FPGA design and development experience using VHDL and/or Verilog. Experience with Xilinx and/or Intel (Altera) FPGA toolchains. Strong understanding of digital and analogue hardware design principles. Experience working on complex electronic hardware and PCB-based systems. Knowledge of signal integrity and high-speed hardware design considerations. Strong debugging, fault-finding, and verification skills. Excellent communication skills with the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams. Experience working within structured product development or Agile environments.
Jul 07, 2026
Full time
Job Title : Senior FPGA Engineer Location : Bedford - 2 Days On-Site Per Week Salary : £70,000 - £80,000 (Depending on Experience) Please Note: All applicants must have full rights to work in the UK without the need for VISA Sponsorship now, or in the future. Overview : A successful candidate will play a key role in shaping FPGA architecture and functionality, contributing to the design of innovative products that demand exceptional performance, reliability, and technical excellence. The role offers exposure to the full product development lifecycle, from early-stage concept and requirements definition through to design, implementation, verification, testing, and system integration. You'll collaborate closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams, influencing technical decisions and helping to deliver cutting-edge hardware solutions within a challenging and rewarding environment. Job Responsibilities : Design and develop FPGA solutions using VHDL, from concept through to implementation. Develop digital logic to deliver high-performance and reliable hardware functionality. Create and execute test plans, debug designs, and support system integration activities. Evaluate and select FPGA technologies for new product developments. Use simulation, analysis, and prototyping to validate designs and reduce technical risk. Work closely with cross-functional teams on project planning, design reviews, and product development activities. Contribute to the ongoing improvement of FPGA development tools, processes, and best practices. Required Skills & Experience: Proven FPGA design and development experience using VHDL and/or Verilog. Experience with Xilinx and/or Intel (Altera) FPGA toolchains. Strong understanding of digital and analogue hardware design principles. Experience working on complex electronic hardware and PCB-based systems. Knowledge of signal integrity and high-speed hardware design considerations. Strong debugging, fault-finding, and verification skills. Excellent communication skills with the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams. Experience working within structured product development or Agile environments.
Are you an ambitious FPGA Engineer, excited by the proposition of joining one of the fastest growing companies in Europe?The business has lots of capital, pays excellent salaries and is offering major equity to joiners in 2026.They are at an exciting stage of growth and looking for a Senior FPGA Engineer to design and build the real-time systems powering their first-generation hardware click apply for full job details
Jul 07, 2026
Full time
Are you an ambitious FPGA Engineer, excited by the proposition of joining one of the fastest growing companies in Europe?The business has lots of capital, pays excellent salaries and is offering major equity to joiners in 2026.They are at an exciting stage of growth and looking for a Senior FPGA Engineer to design and build the real-time systems powering their first-generation hardware click apply for full job details
My client is a leading organisation in Secure communications and Data at Rest domain! They are expanding their UK team to support multiple Cyber and Information Assurance development projects. The company is seeking an experienced FPGA Design Engineer to join a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment focused on both standard products and bespoke secure digital design solutions. This role involves full lifecycle ownership of FPGA solutions-from requirements and architecture through implementation, verification, and production. The position covers complex FPGA designs incorporating both industry-standard and custom protocols. Key Responsibilities include - Own the delivery of FPGA solutions from requirements through to production. Lead the elicitation and interpretation of requirements for FPGA implementations. Define FPGA architecture in collaboration with the wider development team. Work alongside Project Managers to plan and deliver against project timelines. Coordinate other FPGA engineers when required. Liaise with external FPGA and IP suppliers. Develop test benches and perform in-system testing. Contribute to proposals, estimations, and technology roadmaps when needed. Essential Skills & Experience - Proven track record delivering FPGA designs across the full development lifecycle. Strong VHDL skills for FPGA design and verification. Experience optimising designs for performance and power efficiency. Experience debugging and integrating FPGA solutions in hardware. Proficient with configuration management tools. Experience with Microchip devices and Libero for design synthesis (advantage). Experience verifying HDL using ModelSim or Questasim (UVM beneficial). Desirable Skills - Requirements analysis and management (e.g., DOORS). Experience with SmartFusion, PolarFire or Igloo devices. Knowledge of PCIe NVMe implementations in FPGA. Experience with Xilinx or Altera devices/toolchains. Familiarity with 3rd-party IP integration. Design for security principles. Embedded firmware development (C/C++/assembler). Understanding of cryptographic algorithms and standards. Experience integrating FPGAs within larger hardware platforms. If you're interested in this role, then please apply. I will reach out to you via phone call to discuss further!
Jul 07, 2026
Full time
My client is a leading organisation in Secure communications and Data at Rest domain! They are expanding their UK team to support multiple Cyber and Information Assurance development projects. The company is seeking an experienced FPGA Design Engineer to join a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment focused on both standard products and bespoke secure digital design solutions. This role involves full lifecycle ownership of FPGA solutions-from requirements and architecture through implementation, verification, and production. The position covers complex FPGA designs incorporating both industry-standard and custom protocols. Key Responsibilities include - Own the delivery of FPGA solutions from requirements through to production. Lead the elicitation and interpretation of requirements for FPGA implementations. Define FPGA architecture in collaboration with the wider development team. Work alongside Project Managers to plan and deliver against project timelines. Coordinate other FPGA engineers when required. Liaise with external FPGA and IP suppliers. Develop test benches and perform in-system testing. Contribute to proposals, estimations, and technology roadmaps when needed. Essential Skills & Experience - Proven track record delivering FPGA designs across the full development lifecycle. Strong VHDL skills for FPGA design and verification. Experience optimising designs for performance and power efficiency. Experience debugging and integrating FPGA solutions in hardware. Proficient with configuration management tools. Experience with Microchip devices and Libero for design synthesis (advantage). Experience verifying HDL using ModelSim or Questasim (UVM beneficial). Desirable Skills - Requirements analysis and management (e.g., DOORS). Experience with SmartFusion, PolarFire or Igloo devices. Knowledge of PCIe NVMe implementations in FPGA. Experience with Xilinx or Altera devices/toolchains. Familiarity with 3rd-party IP integration. Design for security principles. Embedded firmware development (C/C++/assembler). Understanding of cryptographic algorithms and standards. Experience integrating FPGAs within larger hardware platforms. If you're interested in this role, then please apply. I will reach out to you via phone call to discuss further!
Overview Jump Trading Group is committed to world-class research. We empower exceptional talents in Mathematics, Physics, and Computer Science to seek scientific boundaries, push through them, and apply cutting-edge research to global financial markets. Our culture is unique. Constant innovation requires fearlessness, creativity, intellectual honesty, and a relentless competitive streak. We believe in winning together and unlocking unique individual talent by incentivizing collaboration and mutual respect. At Jump, research outcomes drive more than superior risk-adjusted returns. We design, develop, and deploy technologies that change our world, fund start-ups across industries, and partner with leading global research organizations and universities to solve problems. Our team is a group of quantitative researchers, engineers, and ML experts leading foundation model research and trading at Jump. Our mission is to combine emerging techniques and original research to generate signals from financial market data and monetize it globally. We are building the future of ML-powered trading through breakthrough foundation models, and we're looking for an exceptional Pre-Training Engineer to join our team. What You'll Do As a Pre-Training Research Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of developing massive-scale foundation models that fundamentally transform how we understand and predict markets, where milliseconds matter and no playbook exists. You'll own and drive the entire training stack: building fault-tolerant infrastructure that scales across thousands of GPUs and TPUs with near-linear performance, engineering data pipelines that stream terabytes per second as our models train on petabytes of data from every corner of the global markets, and designing custom kernels that unlock 10x efficiency gains. Co-designing novel architectures with researchers and pioneering cutting-edge approaches to mixed-precision training and model parallelism, you'll have the latest generation hardware at your disposal. This isn't incremental optimization; we're pushing the boundaries of what's possible in pre-training at scale, where your improvements directly impact live trading. Other duties as assigned or needed. Skills You'll Need Expertise and track record of significant, measurable performance improvements in large-scale distributed training (MFU, throughput, convergence, cost-per-token). Published research in efficient training methods, scaling laws, architectures, or systems for ML Background in numerical computing, HPC, or distributed systems, including familiarity with GPUs/TPUs, high-performance networking (NVLink/InfiniBand), Kubernetes/Slurm, and OS internals Expertise in Python and deep experience with modern deep learning frameworks (PyTorch and/or JAX) Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Physics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field, or equivalent industry experience at a frontier lab Ability to balance ambitious research goals with practical engineering constraints Strong problem-solving skills, results orientation, and excellent collaborative communication Reliable and predictable availability Bonus Points Expertise in: CUDA kernel development, Triton/Pallas/CuTe DSLs, PyTorch/JAX internals, XLA optimization, or hardware acceleration (FPGA/ASIC) Knowledge of reinforcement learning, post-training, or fine-tuning techniques Knowledge of financial markets or trading Benefits Discretionary bonus eligibility Medical, dental, and vision insurance HSA, FSA, and Dependent Care options Employer Paid Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance Voluntary Life & AD&D insurance Paid vacation plus paid holidays Retirement plan with employer match Paid parental leave Wellness Programs Annual Base Salary Range: $300,000 - $350,000 USD
Jul 05, 2026
Full time
Overview Jump Trading Group is committed to world-class research. We empower exceptional talents in Mathematics, Physics, and Computer Science to seek scientific boundaries, push through them, and apply cutting-edge research to global financial markets. Our culture is unique. Constant innovation requires fearlessness, creativity, intellectual honesty, and a relentless competitive streak. We believe in winning together and unlocking unique individual talent by incentivizing collaboration and mutual respect. At Jump, research outcomes drive more than superior risk-adjusted returns. We design, develop, and deploy technologies that change our world, fund start-ups across industries, and partner with leading global research organizations and universities to solve problems. Our team is a group of quantitative researchers, engineers, and ML experts leading foundation model research and trading at Jump. Our mission is to combine emerging techniques and original research to generate signals from financial market data and monetize it globally. We are building the future of ML-powered trading through breakthrough foundation models, and we're looking for an exceptional Pre-Training Engineer to join our team. What You'll Do As a Pre-Training Research Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of developing massive-scale foundation models that fundamentally transform how we understand and predict markets, where milliseconds matter and no playbook exists. You'll own and drive the entire training stack: building fault-tolerant infrastructure that scales across thousands of GPUs and TPUs with near-linear performance, engineering data pipelines that stream terabytes per second as our models train on petabytes of data from every corner of the global markets, and designing custom kernels that unlock 10x efficiency gains. Co-designing novel architectures with researchers and pioneering cutting-edge approaches to mixed-precision training and model parallelism, you'll have the latest generation hardware at your disposal. This isn't incremental optimization; we're pushing the boundaries of what's possible in pre-training at scale, where your improvements directly impact live trading. Other duties as assigned or needed. Skills You'll Need Expertise and track record of significant, measurable performance improvements in large-scale distributed training (MFU, throughput, convergence, cost-per-token). Published research in efficient training methods, scaling laws, architectures, or systems for ML Background in numerical computing, HPC, or distributed systems, including familiarity with GPUs/TPUs, high-performance networking (NVLink/InfiniBand), Kubernetes/Slurm, and OS internals Expertise in Python and deep experience with modern deep learning frameworks (PyTorch and/or JAX) Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Physics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field, or equivalent industry experience at a frontier lab Ability to balance ambitious research goals with practical engineering constraints Strong problem-solving skills, results orientation, and excellent collaborative communication Reliable and predictable availability Bonus Points Expertise in: CUDA kernel development, Triton/Pallas/CuTe DSLs, PyTorch/JAX internals, XLA optimization, or hardware acceleration (FPGA/ASIC) Knowledge of reinforcement learning, post-training, or fine-tuning techniques Knowledge of financial markets or trading Benefits Discretionary bonus eligibility Medical, dental, and vision insurance HSA, FSA, and Dependent Care options Employer Paid Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance Voluntary Life & AD&D insurance Paid vacation plus paid holidays Retirement plan with employer match Paid parental leave Wellness Programs Annual Base Salary Range: $300,000 - $350,000 USD
Location: Cambridge (CB25) Duration: Permanent Hours: 37.5 per week, flexible working, including up to 3 days per week working from home Salary: Competitive Job Reference: 36054 We are seeking an experienced FPGA Design Engineer to join our client's expanding development team, based a few miles north of Cambridge. You will be working on high performance products used globally across defence, industrial and security applications. Responsibilities: - Contribute to the development of reusable FPGA modules to support a broad product range - Work collaboratively with hardware, software, and mechanical engineering teams to bring new technology to market - Write timing constraints, interpret timing reports and adjust designs to ensure timing closure - Bring value with experience in Python based verification frameworks, such as cocotb (highly advantageous) Requirements: - Strong knowledge of SystemVerilog - Experience with Python - Proven background in RTL verification - Ability to write and validate timing constraints - Understanding of low power design principles - Experience writing module specifications and reviewing technical documentation - Code and documentation review to established standards - Familiarity with: Linux command line Version control systems (SVN or Git) Markdown - Commitment to engineering best practice and high quality FPGA development Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this position. Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below!
Jul 04, 2026
Full time
Location: Cambridge (CB25) Duration: Permanent Hours: 37.5 per week, flexible working, including up to 3 days per week working from home Salary: Competitive Job Reference: 36054 We are seeking an experienced FPGA Design Engineer to join our client's expanding development team, based a few miles north of Cambridge. You will be working on high performance products used globally across defence, industrial and security applications. Responsibilities: - Contribute to the development of reusable FPGA modules to support a broad product range - Work collaboratively with hardware, software, and mechanical engineering teams to bring new technology to market - Write timing constraints, interpret timing reports and adjust designs to ensure timing closure - Bring value with experience in Python based verification frameworks, such as cocotb (highly advantageous) Requirements: - Strong knowledge of SystemVerilog - Experience with Python - Proven background in RTL verification - Ability to write and validate timing constraints - Understanding of low power design principles - Experience writing module specifications and reviewing technical documentation - Code and documentation review to established standards - Familiarity with: Linux command line Version control systems (SVN or Git) Markdown - Commitment to engineering best practice and high quality FPGA development Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this position. Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below!
Location New York City; London Employment Type Full time Location Type On-site Department Hardware Compensation $234,001 - $298,252 • Offers Equity We are committed to competitive and equitable compensation based on role, skills, and experience. Salary ranges are guidelines, with final compensation varying by role, experience, and location and reviewed regularly for fairness. Normal Computing Incredible Opportunities The Normal Team builds foundational software and hardware that help move technology forward, supporting the semiconductor industry, critical AI infrastructure, and the broader systems that power our world. We work as one team across New York, San Francisco, Copenhagen, Seoul, and London. Your Role in Our Mission Look at the AI accelerator roadmaps coming out of every major silicon company right now and you will notice something strange: they are all building the same chip. Bigger systolic arrays. More HBM. More of the same architecture, scaled harder. The industry has placed a collective bet that the way to win the next decade of AI inference is to refine the GPU paradigm until it cannot be refined any further. We know that bet is wrong. Normal is building ASICs purpose-built for image and video diffusion inference, grounded in the physics of computation rather than the assumptions everyone else has inherited. The compute substrate has to be invented, not specified, and we are looking for the person who wants to help invent it. You will work directly alongside our lead architect and research engineers, contributing across the full architecture stack: compute core microarchitecture, memory subsystem, interconnect, and the FPGA prototyping that proves the decisions before silicon. The team is small. The scope is wide. The architecture is being shaped now, not refined, and your contributions will be visible in the chip when it tapes out. If the appeal of working on a chip that has to be invented is greater to you than iterating on one that already exists, keep reading. Responsibilities Help define the architecture and microarchitecture of novel AI accelerator compute blocks. PE array design, datapath organization, and support for efficiency techniques such as sparsity exploitation and reduced-precision computation. The compute tile is the surface where Normal's research advantages have to show up in silicon, and you are one of the people responsible for making sure they do. Translate workload analysis and research findings into hardware specifications. Identify where architectural innovation creates the most leverage, define the structures that realize it, and produce microarchitecture documents unambiguous enough for RTL engineers to implement against. You work closely with them through implementation, not over the wall from it. Reason across the full stack and defend PPA tradeoffs at every level. Move between algorithm-level workload behavior, memory hierarchy, on-chip interconnect, and physical design constraints. Make the call when the data is incomplete, and articulate why under scrutiny from the lead architect and the research team. Partner with the compiler lead on ISA co-design. The compute tile must be compilable and programmable, not just simulatable. The programming model and the microarchitecture are defined together, and you are accountable for both sides meeting in the middle. Own the FPGA prototyping work. Scope what the FPGA implementation actually proves, drive the implementation through to bring-up, and use it to de-risk architecture decisions before tapeout. You decide which questions are worth answering in FPGA versus cycle accurate simulation. Stay current with the AI accelerator research landscape and be able to articulate clearly where Normal's approach differs from existing solutions and why that matters. This is a research adjacent seat and you are expected to read, not just consume. What We're Looking For A degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent work experience. PhD welcome but not required; the bar is the work, not the credential. Substantial experience in architecture or microarchitecture of high-performance digital systems. AI accelerators, compute engines, or similarly complex logic. You have shaped the structures inside a chip, not just consumed them from the outside. Fluency moving between algorithm-level analysis and hardware specification. You can read a profile of a workload and translate it into datapath widths, pipeline stages, and area/power estimates without losing the thread on either side. Experience with simulation driven architecture. You have used cycle accurate or analytical models to make and defend design decisions before RTL exists, and you know which questions each tool can answer and which it cannot. Familiarity with quantization and reduced precision approaches for inference and their implementation implications. You understand the cost of a bit at the hardware level, not just the model level. Experience writing microarchitecture specifications and working closely with RTL engineers through implementation. Your specs are read, not just filed. Proficiency in Python or C++ for performance modeling and analysis, and familiarity with SystemVerilog or equivalent RTL. Comfort operating in an environment where the architecture is actively being discovered alongside the work. You do not need the answer to be already known to make progress on it. Mindset and Impact This role is not for everyone. You will spend years on a chip that does not exist yet, defending decisions that cannot be fully validated until silicon comes back, on a bet most of the industry has not made. The people who thrive here, run toward the hard stuff. They are steady in ambiguity, comfortable when the data is incomplete, and they take the hardest problem on the board first because that is where the answer is hiding. They are not waiting for the architecture to be handed to them. They want to be the ones who define it. If you have spent your career suspecting you are one of those people, this is where you find out. The chip you help build will be the silicon behind a generation of image and video AI - the work people watch, the work people create with, the work that shapes what the next decade of visual computing looks like. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Normal Computing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Accessibility Accommodations Normal Computing is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please let us know at . Privacy Notice By submitting your application, you agree that Normal Computing may collect, use, and store your personal information for employment related purposes in accordance with our Privacy Policy. Compensation Range: $234,001 - $298,252
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
Location New York City; London Employment Type Full time Location Type On-site Department Hardware Compensation $234,001 - $298,252 • Offers Equity We are committed to competitive and equitable compensation based on role, skills, and experience. Salary ranges are guidelines, with final compensation varying by role, experience, and location and reviewed regularly for fairness. Normal Computing Incredible Opportunities The Normal Team builds foundational software and hardware that help move technology forward, supporting the semiconductor industry, critical AI infrastructure, and the broader systems that power our world. We work as one team across New York, San Francisco, Copenhagen, Seoul, and London. Your Role in Our Mission Look at the AI accelerator roadmaps coming out of every major silicon company right now and you will notice something strange: they are all building the same chip. Bigger systolic arrays. More HBM. More of the same architecture, scaled harder. The industry has placed a collective bet that the way to win the next decade of AI inference is to refine the GPU paradigm until it cannot be refined any further. We know that bet is wrong. Normal is building ASICs purpose-built for image and video diffusion inference, grounded in the physics of computation rather than the assumptions everyone else has inherited. The compute substrate has to be invented, not specified, and we are looking for the person who wants to help invent it. You will work directly alongside our lead architect and research engineers, contributing across the full architecture stack: compute core microarchitecture, memory subsystem, interconnect, and the FPGA prototyping that proves the decisions before silicon. The team is small. The scope is wide. The architecture is being shaped now, not refined, and your contributions will be visible in the chip when it tapes out. If the appeal of working on a chip that has to be invented is greater to you than iterating on one that already exists, keep reading. Responsibilities Help define the architecture and microarchitecture of novel AI accelerator compute blocks. PE array design, datapath organization, and support for efficiency techniques such as sparsity exploitation and reduced-precision computation. The compute tile is the surface where Normal's research advantages have to show up in silicon, and you are one of the people responsible for making sure they do. Translate workload analysis and research findings into hardware specifications. Identify where architectural innovation creates the most leverage, define the structures that realize it, and produce microarchitecture documents unambiguous enough for RTL engineers to implement against. You work closely with them through implementation, not over the wall from it. Reason across the full stack and defend PPA tradeoffs at every level. Move between algorithm-level workload behavior, memory hierarchy, on-chip interconnect, and physical design constraints. Make the call when the data is incomplete, and articulate why under scrutiny from the lead architect and the research team. Partner with the compiler lead on ISA co-design. The compute tile must be compilable and programmable, not just simulatable. The programming model and the microarchitecture are defined together, and you are accountable for both sides meeting in the middle. Own the FPGA prototyping work. Scope what the FPGA implementation actually proves, drive the implementation through to bring-up, and use it to de-risk architecture decisions before tapeout. You decide which questions are worth answering in FPGA versus cycle accurate simulation. Stay current with the AI accelerator research landscape and be able to articulate clearly where Normal's approach differs from existing solutions and why that matters. This is a research adjacent seat and you are expected to read, not just consume. What We're Looking For A degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent work experience. PhD welcome but not required; the bar is the work, not the credential. Substantial experience in architecture or microarchitecture of high-performance digital systems. AI accelerators, compute engines, or similarly complex logic. You have shaped the structures inside a chip, not just consumed them from the outside. Fluency moving between algorithm-level analysis and hardware specification. You can read a profile of a workload and translate it into datapath widths, pipeline stages, and area/power estimates without losing the thread on either side. Experience with simulation driven architecture. You have used cycle accurate or analytical models to make and defend design decisions before RTL exists, and you know which questions each tool can answer and which it cannot. Familiarity with quantization and reduced precision approaches for inference and their implementation implications. You understand the cost of a bit at the hardware level, not just the model level. Experience writing microarchitecture specifications and working closely with RTL engineers through implementation. Your specs are read, not just filed. Proficiency in Python or C++ for performance modeling and analysis, and familiarity with SystemVerilog or equivalent RTL. Comfort operating in an environment where the architecture is actively being discovered alongside the work. You do not need the answer to be already known to make progress on it. Mindset and Impact This role is not for everyone. You will spend years on a chip that does not exist yet, defending decisions that cannot be fully validated until silicon comes back, on a bet most of the industry has not made. The people who thrive here, run toward the hard stuff. They are steady in ambiguity, comfortable when the data is incomplete, and they take the hardest problem on the board first because that is where the answer is hiding. They are not waiting for the architecture to be handed to them. They want to be the ones who define it. If you have spent your career suspecting you are one of those people, this is where you find out. The chip you help build will be the silicon behind a generation of image and video AI - the work people watch, the work people create with, the work that shapes what the next decade of visual computing looks like. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Normal Computing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Accessibility Accommodations Normal Computing is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please let us know at . Privacy Notice By submitting your application, you agree that Normal Computing may collect, use, and store your personal information for employment related purposes in accordance with our Privacy Policy. Compensation Range: $234,001 - $298,252
About Graphcore At Graphcore, we're building the future of AI compute. We're a team of semiconductor, software and AI experts, with deep experience in creating the complete AI compute stack - from silicon and software to infrastructure at datacenter scale. As part of the SoftBank Group, backed by significant long-term investment, we are delivering key technology into the fast-growing SoftBank AI ecosystem. To meet the vast and exciting AI opportunity, Graphcore is expanding its teams around the world. We are bringing together the brightest minds to solve the toughest problems, in a place where everyone has the opportunity to make an impact on the company, our products and the future of artificial intelligence. Job Summary Applicants for this role should have strong experience designing, developing, and maintaining high-quality software systems. The role focuses on testing and validating a complex machine learning software stack, with particular emphasis on software architecture, automation, and engineering best practices. The ideal candidate is an experienced software engineer who values code quality, testability, and long-term maintainability, and enjoys building systems that other engineers rely on. This person will be comfortable working across large codebases, contributing to CI/CD infrastructure, and shaping technical direction through thoughtful design and mentoring in a technically demanding environment spanning ML frameworks, infrastructure, and AI accelerator hardware. The Team The ML QA team is composed of highly skilled software engineers with a strong focus on automation, software quality, and data-driven validation. The team works closely with industry-standard machine learning frameworks and models, contributing to upstream open-source projects and collaborating across the wider software organization. Operating in a fast-paced environment, the team plays a critical role in ensuring reliability, performance, and maintainability across the ML software stack, helping to deliver robust and high-quality products to customers. Responsibilities and Duties Design, implement, and maintain robust test infrastructure and automation for a complex ML software stack. Architect and evolve test frameworks and tooling with a focus on scalability, maintainability, and developer experience. Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines targeting simulators, emulators (e.g. QEMU), and physical hardware. Create representative ML workloads and gain insights from their execution. (Numerical accuracy, performance analysis and benchmarking). Work closely with all Software development teams, supporting a culture of quality, security and maintainability. Review code and designs, setting a high bar for software engineering best practices. Mentor and support junior engineers, helping raise the overall technical capability of the team. Evaluate existing test strategies and infrastructure, identifying gaps and driving improvements aligned with team and organizational goals. Candidate Profile Essential: Experience in production-quality software engineering roles. Strong software design and architecture skills, with experience working on large or complex systems. Strong proficiency in Python, including experience building and maintaining production codebases. Solid experience with CI/CD systems and automated testing (preferably GitHub-based workflows). Experience working in Linux environments. Familiarity with C or C++, with the ability to read, debug, and reason about low-level code when needed. Proven ability to mentor junior engineers and influence engineering practices within a team. Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive, self-directed approach to work. Bachelor/Master's/PhD or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Maths, Machine Learning, Data Science, or related field. Desirable: Exposure to machine learning frameworks such as PyTorch, JAX, Triton, TensorFlow Experience with distributed workload management systems such as Kubernetes, VLLM, Keras or MLOps pipelines Experience working with hardware simulators or emulators (e.g. QEMU). Experience developing for or working with FPGA-based systems. Experience with people management or mentoring Benefits In addition to a competitive salary, Graphcore offers flexible working, a generous annual leave policy, private medical insurance and health cash plan, a dental plan, pension (matched up to 5%), life assurance and income protection. We have a generous parental leave policy and an employee assistance programme (which includes health, mental wellbeing, and bereavement support). We offer a range of healthy food and snacks at our central Bristol office and have our own barista bar! We welcome people of different backgrounds and experiences; we're committed to building an inclusive work environment that makes Graphcore a great home for everyone. We offer an equal opportunity process and understand that there are visible and invisible differences in all of us. We can provide a flexible approach to interview and encourage you to chat to us if you require any reasonable adjustments. Applicants for this position must hold the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately at this time, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship or support for visa applications
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
About Graphcore At Graphcore, we're building the future of AI compute. We're a team of semiconductor, software and AI experts, with deep experience in creating the complete AI compute stack - from silicon and software to infrastructure at datacenter scale. As part of the SoftBank Group, backed by significant long-term investment, we are delivering key technology into the fast-growing SoftBank AI ecosystem. To meet the vast and exciting AI opportunity, Graphcore is expanding its teams around the world. We are bringing together the brightest minds to solve the toughest problems, in a place where everyone has the opportunity to make an impact on the company, our products and the future of artificial intelligence. Job Summary Applicants for this role should have strong experience designing, developing, and maintaining high-quality software systems. The role focuses on testing and validating a complex machine learning software stack, with particular emphasis on software architecture, automation, and engineering best practices. The ideal candidate is an experienced software engineer who values code quality, testability, and long-term maintainability, and enjoys building systems that other engineers rely on. This person will be comfortable working across large codebases, contributing to CI/CD infrastructure, and shaping technical direction through thoughtful design and mentoring in a technically demanding environment spanning ML frameworks, infrastructure, and AI accelerator hardware. The Team The ML QA team is composed of highly skilled software engineers with a strong focus on automation, software quality, and data-driven validation. The team works closely with industry-standard machine learning frameworks and models, contributing to upstream open-source projects and collaborating across the wider software organization. Operating in a fast-paced environment, the team plays a critical role in ensuring reliability, performance, and maintainability across the ML software stack, helping to deliver robust and high-quality products to customers. Responsibilities and Duties Design, implement, and maintain robust test infrastructure and automation for a complex ML software stack. Architect and evolve test frameworks and tooling with a focus on scalability, maintainability, and developer experience. Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines targeting simulators, emulators (e.g. QEMU), and physical hardware. Create representative ML workloads and gain insights from their execution. (Numerical accuracy, performance analysis and benchmarking). Work closely with all Software development teams, supporting a culture of quality, security and maintainability. Review code and designs, setting a high bar for software engineering best practices. Mentor and support junior engineers, helping raise the overall technical capability of the team. Evaluate existing test strategies and infrastructure, identifying gaps and driving improvements aligned with team and organizational goals. Candidate Profile Essential: Experience in production-quality software engineering roles. Strong software design and architecture skills, with experience working on large or complex systems. Strong proficiency in Python, including experience building and maintaining production codebases. Solid experience with CI/CD systems and automated testing (preferably GitHub-based workflows). Experience working in Linux environments. Familiarity with C or C++, with the ability to read, debug, and reason about low-level code when needed. Proven ability to mentor junior engineers and influence engineering practices within a team. Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive, self-directed approach to work. Bachelor/Master's/PhD or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Maths, Machine Learning, Data Science, or related field. Desirable: Exposure to machine learning frameworks such as PyTorch, JAX, Triton, TensorFlow Experience with distributed workload management systems such as Kubernetes, VLLM, Keras or MLOps pipelines Experience working with hardware simulators or emulators (e.g. QEMU). Experience developing for or working with FPGA-based systems. Experience with people management or mentoring Benefits In addition to a competitive salary, Graphcore offers flexible working, a generous annual leave policy, private medical insurance and health cash plan, a dental plan, pension (matched up to 5%), life assurance and income protection. We have a generous parental leave policy and an employee assistance programme (which includes health, mental wellbeing, and bereavement support). We offer a range of healthy food and snacks at our central Bristol office and have our own barista bar! We welcome people of different backgrounds and experiences; we're committed to building an inclusive work environment that makes Graphcore a great home for everyone. We offer an equal opportunity process and understand that there are visible and invisible differences in all of us. We can provide a flexible approach to interview and encourage you to chat to us if you require any reasonable adjustments. Applicants for this position must hold the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately at this time, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship or support for visa applications
