FPGA Firmware Engineer

Nova Talent are delighted to be working alongside our client, a world leading provider of Communication Solutions within the Aviation & Defence sectors. We are seeking an experienced and driven FPGA Firmware Engineer to contribute to the full lifecycle of firmware development across our high-performance products and manufacturing test systems. In this role, youll take part in everything from detailed design through to test, integration, and documentation, with a particular focus on FPGA-based DSP systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and debug embedded firmware using VHDL/Verilog for FPGA platforms
• Develop code, perform unit testing, and support system integration and manufacturing test activities
• Work closely with the Test & Acceptance team to create and execute test plans, and contribute to test reporting
• Produce clear technical documentation and participate in design/code reviews
• Contribute ideas and solutions, and support junior engineers and wider departmental initiatives

What Were Looking For:

• A 1st or 2:1 degree (or equivalent) in Electronics, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline
• Solid understanding of FPGA development, firmware design methodologies, and the full product development lifecycle
• Practical experience in:
• VHDL, Verilog, and C programming
• Embedded firmware/software design and implementation
• Modular SoC designs and DSP techniques
• Simulation, automated test benches, and system validation
• Development in Windows or Linux environments
• Knowledge of communication systems, modulation techniques, and hardware/software co-design is advantageous
• Willingness to contribute to a collaborative engineering environment and guide junior staff

Salary & Benefits

• Salary DOE
• 25 days plus bank holidays
• Enhanced Pension Scheme up to 8% company contribution
• Life Assurance
• Liberty Days
• Long service and retirement awards
• Private healthcare and dental care upon successful completion of your probation
• Flu vaccinations
• Cycle to work scheme
• Subsidised staff canteen
• Free parking
• Training & Continuous Learning
• Employee Assistance Programme and Wellbeing Services

This is a great opportunity to work on complex, high-performance FPGA solutions within a forward-thinking engineering team. If you're passionate about firmware and embedded design, and excited to contribute to innovative product development, we want to hear from you.