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# FPGA Engineer

- **Company:** Solid State Group
- **Location:** Slough, UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Hardware Design, SystemVerilog, VHSIC Hardware Description Language (VHDL)
- **Published:** May 31, 2026
- **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=56239bf66ef62d01

## About the Role

Do you have experience in VHDL?, * Degree in Electronic Engineering or a related discipline desirable

 * Previous commercial FPGA and hardware design experience
 * Proficiency in VHDL/SystemVerilog FPGA design
 * Experience working with AMD (Xilinx), Lattice or Intel (Altera) FPGA products
 * Knowledge of high-speed interfaces and simulation methodologies
 * Strong technical problem-solving and analytical skills
 * Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
 * Ability to support technically complex projects within a fast-paced engineering environment

## Description

We are looking for an FPGA Engineer to join Active Silicon in Langley, supporting the development of advanced imaging technology used across a range of specialist applications and industries.

This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of complex FPGA-related projects, working from initial specification through to implementation, validation and ongoing support. You will work within a collaborative engineering environment, contributing to the design and development of world-class imaging products and customer-focused technical solutions.

This is a full-time role with hybrid working available., * Design, develop and implement FPGA solutions for advanced imaging products

 * Take ownership of FPGA-related projects from concept through to support and maintenance
 * Produce low-level technical specifications and design documentation
 * Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams and customers
 * Support simulation, validation and testing activities
 * Work with high-speed interfaces and advanced FPGA technologies
 * Ensure product quality through effective problem solving and technical communication
 * Contribute to continuous improvement and ongoing product development initiatives


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