> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/46733-fpga-dsp-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/46733-fpga-dsp-engineer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # FPGA & DSP Engineer - **Company:** Matchtech - **Location:** Cambridgeshire, UK - **Salary:** £135,200.0 - £166,400.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Linux, Ethernet, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Hardware Description Language, Radio-Frequency Identification, System on a Chip, Vivado - **Published:** May 14, 2026 - **Apply:** https://find.jobs/jobs-near-me/fpga-dsp-engineer-cambridgeshire/2769741870-2/ ## About the Role Our client is seeking an experienced FPGA & DSP Engineer for a contract role. This exciting opportunity involves working on cutting-edge medical and sensing applications. The successful candidate will possess robust skills in HDL and the AMD Vivado toolchain, with solid experience in digital signal processing., * Experience with FPGA platforms, particularly AMD (Xilinx) silicon and Zynq SoC devices * Proficiency in HDL and the AMD Vivado toolchain for simulation and testing * Significant experience in digital signal processing, with knowledge of RF systems as an advantage * Ability to translate customer requirements into robust FPGA-based implementations * Experience working in a multidisciplinary team involving hardware, software, and systems engineers * Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to communicate technical information effectively Personal Attributes: * Comfortable within a consultancy environment, ideally with prior consultancy experience * Self-motivated, with a willingness to take ownership of work * A strong desire to learn with a view to continuous professional development If you are an experienced FPGA & DSP Engineer looking for an engaging contract role in the medical sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and innovative team. ## Description * Deliver high-quality FPGA/DSP designs and implementations with minimal supervision * Contribute to technical discussions, design reviews, and project planning * Engage with clients on a technical level, including pre-contract scoping discussions * Potentially lead and mentor junior colleagues * Work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams * Identify and raise technical risks or concerns in a timely manner * Communicate progress clearly and maintain appropriate technical documentation Candidate will need to be up-to-speed in some of the areas below: - JESD204C implementation (coherent multi-channel up to 500Msps) - GT transceiver use, multi-channel >10Gbps - 40G/100G Ethernet (fibre) - High speed SoC PLtoPS DMA datalogging engine - including ability to contribute to Linux driver development. - Resource constrained (fit) high throughput FFT channels ## Related Videos - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [The Gashlycrumb Tinies of AI Networking You Must Know (or Languish!)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2067-the-gashlycrumb-tinies-of-ai-networking-you-must-know-or-languish) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) - [Your next 10x engineer isn't in your city. Refactor accordingly.](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100103-your-next-10x-engineer-isn-t-in-your-city-refactor-accordingly) - [Building a hypercar from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/607-building-a-hypercar-from-scratch) ## Related Articles - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [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) - [Find a Developer Job: 12 Best Job Sites For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/165-find-a-developer-job-12-best-job-sites-for-developers) - [Software Engineer Salary in The UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/231-software-engineer-salary-in-the-uk) - [Frontend Developer Salary in The UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/233-frontend-developer-salary-in-the-uk)