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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior FPGA Engineer - **Company:** Mass Limited - **Location:** North Hykeham, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Algorithm Design, JIRA, Unit Testing, C++ (Programming Language), Digital Electronics, Embedded C, Linux on Embedded Systems, Firmware, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Hardware Description Language, MATLAB, Signal Processing, System on a Chip, SystemVerilog, Systems Integration, VHSIC Hardware Description Language (VHDL), Vivado, Data Processing, Digital Access Carrier System, Fpga Hardware, ModelSim, Atlassian Tools, Bare Metal, Bitbucket - **Published:** September 10, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2859574003-senior-fpga-engineer ## About the Role * Proven experience in DSP algorithm development on FPGA architectures to deliver designs for real-time, high-speed, or RF-centric systems. * Experience with MATLAB/Simulink and HDL Coder for algorithm-to-hardware workflows. * Proven ability to develop and deploy on Xilinx RFSoC (e.g. Zynq UltraScale+) and/or Intel Agilex/Stratix platforms. * Experience of line management of junior team members. * Experience using laboratory equipment for digital hardware/firmware design testing (Oscilloscopes, signal generators and logic analysers). Desirable Experience * Experience working with embedded Linux, bare-metal C drivers, or FPGA-based system integration. * Proficiency in VHDL, SystemVerilog, and embedded C for FPGA-host integration, control, and testing. * Familiarity with AXI interfaces, memory interfaces, JESD204B/C, or high-speed ADC/DAC integration. * Experience designing streaming architectures using AXI4-Stream, DMA, and memory buffers (e.g. BRAM, URAM). * Knowledge of data framing, tagging, and high-throughput IQ data handling. * Experience working with synthetic electromagnetic environments and their associated software and hardware requirements and limitations. * Familiarity with Atlassian products (Jira/Bitbucket) for project and task management and collaborative development. * Experience with C/C++ for embedded systems. * Knowledge of EW systems and concepts, including radar systems. Wellbeing is at the core to our culture, allowing employees to flourish and to achieve their full potential. Our people are important to us, and we take pride in our wellbeing programmes and policies that support individuals, including mental health first aiders and readily available support through our extensive employee assistance programme. ## Description * Lead the design, implementation and verification of advanced FPGA architectures for RF signal processing, high-throughput data handling, and real-time logic. * Develop for AMD/Xilinx RFSoCs (e.g. Zynq UltraScale+) and Intel FPGAs (e.g. Agilex), including integration with high-speed ADCs/DACs. * Support test and lab evaluation using signal generators, spectrum analysers, and oscilloscopes. * Lead or contribute to the implementation of designs using VHDL, SystemVerilog, and MATLAB/Simulink HDL Coder. * Develop C/C++ software for deployment to embedded systems. * Use industry-standard tools such as Vivado, Quartus, and ModelSim for simulation, synthesis, and implementation. * Drive design verification, unit testing, documentation and best practice in FPGA development. * Act as a technical expert in reviews, solution development, and internal consultation across teams. * Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership across FPGA projects. * Engage with stakeholders to capture requirements and ensure technical solutions align with project and business requirements. ## Related Videos - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [Leveraging Large Language Models for Legacy Code Translation: Challenges and Solutions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1157-leveraging-large-language-models-for-legacy-code-translation-challenges-and-solutions) - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [Building a hypercar from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/607-building-a-hypercar-from-scratch) - [Unlocking the potential of Digital & IT at Vodafone](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/602-unlocking-the-potential-of-digital-it-at-vodafone) - [Collaboration Quantified: Lessons from Open Source Developer Networks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1422-collaboration-quantified-lessons-from-open-source-developer-networks) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Software Engineer Salary London](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/252-software-engineer-salary-london) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk)