FPGA Engineer

FPGA Engineer - Oxford - Hybrid - 50-80K DOEWe’re seeking a skilled FPGA Engineer to join our clients team, focusing on developing cutting-edge hardware solutions across various applications, including cybersecurity, computing, communication, and high-performance systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Handle all product lifecycle stages, from specifications to production.
• Translate system requirements into detailed FPGA designs.
• Create and optimize FPGA systems using RTL coding (VHDL/Verilog).
• Collaborate on FPGA architecture with hardware/software teams.
• Implement protocols like Ethernet, PCI, USB, UART, SPI, and I2C.
• Develop test benches and simulations for functional compliance.
• Use debugging tools to optimize performance and power use.
• Prepare clear documentation, including design specs and test plans.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or similar.
• 5+ years in hardware design and debugging.
• Proficient in HDL coding (VHDL/Verilog).
• Strong grasp of RTL design, synthesis, and timing closure.
• Experience with tools like Xilinx Vivado, Vitis, System Verilog, TCL scripting.
• Knowledge of FPGA/SoC architectures (Xilinx, Intel, Microsemi).
• Familiar with debugging tools like JTAG or logic analyzers.
• C/C++ expertise for embedded systems.
• Simulation tool experience (QuestaSim, ModelSim).
• Adherence to industry-standard firmware design practices.

Preferred Skills:

• Cryptography and anti-tamper experience.
• Stochastic algorithm design expertise.
• Optimized computing architecture design.
• Experience with ASIC development.

Benefits: flexible working arrangements, 33 days of holiday, and customisable benefits to suit your needs. Join us to build impactful technology!

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