FPGA Engineer
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Client: RedTech Recruitment Location: Nottingham, United Kingdom EU work permit required: Yes Job Category: Other Job Description: A brilliant opportunity to join an innovative team building high-integrity, security-critical FPGA solutions. Whether you're a recent graduate building foundations or a seasoned engineer leading architecture and verification, you'll work across cutting-edge designs used in complex, mission-critical products (with exposure to applied cryptography and wider microelectronics). Location: Derby (UK travel between sites may be required) Requirements for FPGA Engineer: * Degree in a relevant STEM field (e.g., Electronics, Electrical, Computer or Communications Engineering). * Strong FPGA design fundamentals and VHDL skills; ability to write, test and debug via simulation and on-device. * Familiarity with at least one major toolchain (e.g., Vivado, Quartus or Libero) and version control (GIT/SVN/CVS). * For experienced candidates: proven end-to-end FPGA delivery, interface definition, TCL scripting, and robust verification approaches (e.g., UVM/OSVVM/ABV). * Bonus points for: experience with Xilinx / Intel (Altera) / Microchip devices; ModelSim/QuestaSim; SystemVerilog/Verilog; Layer-2/3 networking, USB 3.2 or NVMe; Red Hat Linux; interest in cryptographic systems. * Excellent problem-solving, communication, and time-management; able to work autonomously and collaboratively. Security requirement: Due to the nature of the projects and the need for very high-level security clearance, you must be a British Citizen, and have lived in the UK consistently for the past decade - you should be happy to obtain security clearance before starting. Responsibilities for FPGA Engineer: * Design and develop FPGA modules and subsystems across a range of devices and SoC platforms. * Create clean, maintainable RTL (VHDL / Verilog / SystemVerilog); build testbenches and validate via simulation and hardware. * Integrate FPGA blocks into wider system architectures; collaborate with software, hardware and verification colleagues. * Keep pace with new devices, tooling and methods; champion quality, reliability and best practice. * For senior hires: lead work-packages, own interfaces and delivery plans, mentor others, and drive verification strategy. What the role offers: * Impactful work on advanced, security-critical products with a supportive, expert team. * Structured development and progression (mentoring, on-the-job learning, targeted training). * Competitive package including pension and life assurance, plus additional benefits. Security & Eligibility: * Due to project sensitivities, you must be a British Citizen and able to obtain and maintain DV clearance. Applications: If this FPGA opportunity sounds like a fit, please send your CV via the relevant link. We're committed to an inclusive, accessible process. If you require reasonable adjustments for your application or interview, please email (if