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FPGA Engineer

United Kingdom

Matchtech

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Hours
Full Time
Posted
16 days ago
Salary
Competitive
Recruiter
Matchtech
Closes
28 Oct 2026
Course
No
Recruiter Type
Direct Employer
Contract Type
Contract

Description

FPGA Engineer

6 months

Outside IR35

Candidates must be eligible to obtain a UK SC Clearance

Our client is seeking an FPGA Engineer to support advanced Defence and Security programmes on a contract basis. The role involves designing, developing and verifying FPGA firmware for complex electronic systems, working across multidisciplinary engineering teams and highly regulated environments.

Key Responsibilities:

Designing and developing FPGA solutions using Xilinx, TCL, Verilog, SystemVerilog and UVMWorking with FPGA architectures including Xilinx 7 Series, Xilinx UltraScale, Intel (Altera) and Microsemi (Actel)Developing and integrating high–speed interfaces such as PCIe, Ethernet and JESDUsing MATLAB and Simulink for model–driven engineering and auto–generated codeDeriving detailed firmware requirements and architectures from wider system requirementsApplying structured firmware design processes aligned with RTCA DO–254 or similar standardsSupporting the development of cryptography and anti–tamper techniquesContributing to artificial intelligence applications, including machine learning and genetic algorithmsUsing appropriate electronics test methods and equipment to verify system performanceCollaborating effectively within mixed–discipline engineering teams

Job Requirements:

Experience in FPGA engineering, firmware development Strong knowledge of Verilog, SystemVerilog, TCL and UVMUnderstanding of Xilinx, Intel (Altera) or Microsemi FPGA architecturesExperience with high–speed interfaces, including PCIe, Ethernet and JESDKnowledge of structured firmware development and standards such as RTCA DO–254Understanding of cryptography, anti–tamper methods and secure electronics designFamiliarity with MATLAB, Simulink, model–driven engineering or auto–generated codeStrong electronics testing, problem–solving and analytical skillsGood written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary Defence and Security environments

This contract opportunity offers the chance to contribute to innovative FPGA, firmware and secure electronics projects within the Defence and Security sector. If you have the required FPGA engineering expertise and are ready for your next contract assignment, apply now.

Ad ID: 5419074233

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