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FPGA Engineers We have had a new Contract opportunity on one of our SOW's for an FPGA Engineer at our leading service companies London site ( they specialise in Defence systems). A fair bit of design work is to be done so expect responsibilities to include concept development for complex functions and systems, FPGA design and analysis, production of material for design reviews, development of test planning, integration, design verification, and ensuring that all firmware designs follow processes. Contracts Overview: Hybrid working £70-90 per hour SC clearance or clearable

Job Title: Principal FPGA Design Engineer (Contract) Location: UK (Hybrid – with occasional on-site requirements) Salary: £90-£100 per hour Shift Type: Day Shift, Monday to Friday Benefits: Long-term programme, high-impact technical role, opportunity to influence system architecture, flexible working where project permits The Opportunity We are supporting a high-technology systems manufacturer operating in regulated and mission-critical environments, seeking an experienced Principal FPGA Design Engineer (Contract) to lead complex FPGA developments across multiple programmes. This is a senior, hands-on technical role focused on translating top-level system requirements into robust FPGA architectures, delivering verified designs to hardware, and providing technical leadership across firmware teams. Key Responsibilities • Decompose system and product requirements into FPGA architectures and detailed design specifications, • Lead FPGA developments from concept through to verified hardware implementation, • Design, implement and debug complex VHDL-based FPGA solutions, • Develop test benches, vectors and verification strategies, • Perform system-level design and documentation to support downstream implementation, • Take ownership of multiple work packages, including scope, estimates and delivery tracking, • Support firmware releases, configuration control and technical documentation, • Provide technical mentoring, design reviews and guidance to other engineers, • Act as technical liaison with internal stakeholders, suppliers and customers, • Support hardware validation using lab equipment (oscilloscopes, spectrum analysers, signal generators, etc.) Required Experience • 10+ years’ FPGA design experience in complex, multi-FPGA systems, • Strong background in VHDL design and verification, • Proven ability to translate high-level system requirements into implementable FPGA solutions, • Experience delivering designs to schedule within structured development environments, • Background in Radar systems, DSP or closely related high-speed signal processing applications, • Comfortable operating at system, firmware and hardware interface level, • Excellent technical documentation and communication skills Qualifications • Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electronics, Engineering or a closely related discipline Additional Information • Occasional UK travel may be required, sometimes at short notice, • Suitable for contractors seeking long-term, technically challenging programmes with genuine architectural ownership Pertemps Engineering Division If you are an experienced FPGA contractor looking for your next senior-level assignment, please apply with your CV or contact the Pertemps Engineering Division on 01676938852 for a confidential discussion. We specialise in placing high-level engineering contractors into complex manufacturing and engineering environments across the UK.

At BETWEEN Technology, we are actively seeking a Civil Infrastructure Engineer to join our dynamic team in London or Manchester. If you have a solid track record of at least 5 years in the field of civil infrastructure engineering and want to advance your career in an innovative and constantly learning environment, this is your opportunity. We offer a personalized career plan, development opportunities in key areas of IT and Engineering, and the chance to work on challenging projects that will make a difference. About BETWEEN Technology: BETWEEN is a global technology consulting firm that offers comprehensive and customized solutions to leading companies in various sectors. We have extensive experience in areas such as Firmware, Software, Business Intelligence, Design, Project Management, and many more. Our BETWEEN Labs are the engine of innovation, developing cutting-edge technological solutions. Main Functions: • Draft, review, and maintain technical specifications for civil works (earthworks, structures, pavements, drainage, and dry utilities)., • Review and approve Material Acceptance Requests (MARs) in accordance with project requirements., • Verify compliance with regulations, technical standards, and contractual requirements., • Coordinate with design, construction, and supplier teams. Provide technical support during project execution., • Participate in technical reviews, coordination meetings, and approval processes., • Ensure document traceability and quality control of materials and construction solutions., • Ensure compliance with current technical and safety regulations in the United Kingdom applicable to infrastructure projects. Benefits of Joining BETWEEN: At BETWEEN, we value and reward talent. We offer a competitive benefits package and unique opportunities for your professional growth: • Comprehensive Health Insurance: Medical coverage with Sanitas for your peace of mind and that of your family., • Continuing Professional Development: Access to high-quality training programs, including language courses, technical certifications, boot camps, and much more to keep you at the forefront of your field., • Culture and Events: Participate in our vibrant community through exclusive events such as BETWEEN Night, Padel Tournament, and other social activities that foster camaraderie and networking., • Flexible Compensation: Enjoy a flexible compensation plan tailored to your needs (restaurant, transportation, childcare)., • Referral Program: Be rewarded for recommending talent to our team by validating or recommending professionals., • International Projects: Opportunity to work on international projects, expanding your experience and perspective., • Stimulating Work Environment: A collaborative and innovative environment where your ideas are valued and your growth is a priority. Requirements • University degree in Civil Engineering or similar., • More than 5 years of experience in industrial and urban civil engineering projects such as earthworks, structures, pavements, drainage, and dry utilities., • Experience in preparing technical documentation and material approval processes., • Knowledge of British regulations and standards is essential., • Advanced C1 or native level of English.

Humanoid is the first AI and robotics company in the UK, creating the world’s most advanced, reliable, commercially scalable, and safe humanoid robots. Our first humanoid robot HMND 01 is a next-gen labour automation unit, providing highly efficient services across various use cases, starting with industrial applications. Our Mission At Humanoid we strive to create the world’s leading, commercially scalable, safe, and advanced humanoid robots that seamlessly integrate into daily life and amplify human capacity. Vision In a world where artificial intelligence opens up new horizons, our faith in its potential unveils a new outlook where, together, humans and machines build a new future filled with knowledge, inspiration, and incredible discoveries. The development of a functional humanoid robot underpins an era of abundance and well-being where poverty will disappear, and people will be able to choose what they want to do. We believe that providing a universal basic income will eventually be a true evolution of our civilization. Solution As the demands on our built environment rise, labour shortages loom. With the world’s workforce increasingly moving away from undesirable tasks, the manufacturing, construction, and logistics industries critical to our daily lives are left exposed. By deploying our general-purpose humanoid robots in environments deemed hazardous or monotonous, we envision a future where human well-being is safeguarded while closing the gaps in critical global labour needs. About the Role We are looking for a Robotics Test Automation Engineer to ensure that our robots move, think, and interact with the world safely and reliably. You will own the quality gate for our software releases and lead the validation of new hardware revisions.This is not a standard web-QA role; you will be working directly with Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) systems and whole robots, designing automated test benches, and testing regression in complex electromechanical systems. You will play a critical role in decoupling software development from hardware dependencies. What You’ll Do • Software Release Testing, • Release Validation: orchestrate the end-to-end testing pipeline for new software versions, ensuring every release meets safety and performance standards before deploying to the fleet., • CI/CD Integration: Integrate automated tests into our CI/CD pipeline (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions) to catch regressions immediately after code merges., • Simulation vs. Reality: Expand testing coverage in our simulation environments (e.g., Gazebo, Webots, Isaac Sim) to parallelize software testing before physical validation., • Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) & Hardware Revisions, • HIL Framework Design: Build and maintain HIL test benches that simulate real-world inputs (sensor data, motor feedback) to validate control logic on actual target hardware., • New Hardware Bring-up: Collaborate with Electrical and Mechanical Engineering teams to validate new hardware revisions (PCBs, sensors, actuators). You will write the test suites that verify if the new hardware plays nicely with the existing software stack., • Latency & Performance: Measure real-time performance, ensuring that software changes do not introduce dangerous latency in control loops., • Tooling & Infrastructure, • Develop Python/C++/Shell scripts to automate the flashing of firmware and configuration of robot parameters., • Experience: 3+ years in software test automation, with at least 1 year specifically in Robotics, Embedded Systems, or Automotive., • Coding: Strong proficiency in Python (for scripting/testing) and familiarity with C++ (reading production code)., • Robotics Middleware: Hands-on experience with ROS2. You understand nodes, topics, services, and actions., • HIL Experience: Experience building or maintaining Hardware-in-the-Loop systems. You understand how to mock sensor data and interact with hardware interfaces (EtherCAT, Ethernet, I2C, CAN)., • OS: Deep comfort with Linux (Ubuntu) environments., • Nice-to-Have:, • Experience with robotics simulators (Gazebo, Unity, NVIDIA Isaac Sim)., • Knowledge of containerization (Docker) for consistent test environments., • Basic electrical debugging skills (using a multimeter/oscilloscope to verify hardware triggers)., • Experience with safety-critical standards (IEC 61508, ISO 26262)., • Languages: Python, C++, Bash scripts, • Robotics: ROS / ROS2, • CI/CD: [e.g., Jenkins, GitLab, GitHub Actions], • Hardware Interfaces: CAN bus, Serial, EtherCAT, • Competitive salary plus participation in our Stock Option Plan, • Paid vacation with adjustments based on your location to comply with local labor laws, • Travel opportunities to our Vancouver and Boston offices, • Office perks: free breakfasts, lunches, snacks, and regular team events, • Freedom to influence the product and own key initiatives, • Collaboration with top‑tier engineers, researchers, and product experts in AI and robotics, • Startup culture prioritising speed, transparency, and minimal bureaucracy

Join an innovative audio technology company | London, hybrid working model This pioneering start-up is transforming the world of sound through AI-powered audio enhancement. Their patented DSP and AI models are already being used in mission-critical environments and they’re now looking to expand their embedded engineering team. They’re seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to help design and develop next-generation embedded audio solutions. In this role, you’ll work on the full lifecycle of embedded systems, developing secure and compliant firmware, and supporting the continued growth of an emerging engineering team. For this Embedded Software Engineer role, we’re looking for someone with: • Strong commercial experience in embedded software development, • Experience with secure firmware (OTA or OTW updates, secure firmware, TrustZone etc), • Knowledge of regulatory compliance (CE/CRA/ISO), • A solid understanding of the full embedded development lifecycle, • Familiarity with CI/CD systems What’s next? For more information on this role, or any other jobs across Embedded, Firmware, C++ Programming, Linux Kernel, or Device Driver Development, please contact Callum Allen today.

Location: London Company: Timebeat.app Reports to: Head of Engineering / CTO About Timebeat Timebeat is building next-generation infrastructure for precise, verifiable time and frequency synchronization across distributed systems. Our technology sits at the intersection of hardware, FPGA design, and large-scale systems, enabling customers to measure, guarantee, and reason about time in ways that were not previously possible. As we scale, we are looking for an FPGA engineer who wants to own major technical initiatives, help shape architecture decisions, and grow into a people- and project-leadership role. The Role This role is ideal for a strong FPGA engineer who is ready to take the next step in their career—moving beyond individual contribution into technical leadership, mentoring, and project ownership. You will remain hands-on with FPGA design while also: • Leading FPGA-centric projects end-to-end, • Acting as a technical point of contact across hardware, firmware, and software teams, • Supporting and mentoring other engineers, • Helping define best practices, processes, and technical direction for FPGA development at Timebeat Key Responsibilities Technical Leadership & Delivery • Own the architecture, design, and delivery of FPGA solutions used in production systems, • Translate system-level requirements into FPGA designs and implementation plans, • Drive design reviews, technical decision-making, and trade-off discussions, • Ensure designs meet performance, reliability, and maintainability requirements Hands-On FPGA Engineering • Design, implement, and verify FPGA logic using VHDL and/or Verilog/SystemVerilog, • Work with high-speed interfaces, clocks, timing closure, and synchronization logic, • Integrate FPGA designs with embedded software, drivers, and system-level components, • Support bring-up, debugging, and validation on real hardware Team Growth & Mentorship • Mentor junior and mid-level engineers through code reviews and technical guidance, • Contribute to hiring and onboarding as the FPGA team grows, • Help define engineering standards, documentation, and development workflows Cross-Functional Collaboration • Work closely with software, systems, and product teams to deliver customer-facing features, • Communicate complex technical topics clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, • Support customer or partner engagements where deep FPGA expertise is required Required Skills & Experience • Strong experience in FPGA design and development in a production environment, • Proficiency in VHDL and/or Verilog/SystemVerilog, • Experience with FPGA toolchains (e.g. Xilinx / AMD, Intel / Altera), • Solid understanding of:, • Clocking and timing constraints, • CDC, synchronization, and deterministic timing, • Debugging FPGA designs on hardware, • Experience owning significant technical components or projects, • Comfortable reviewing others’ work and providing constructive feedback Nice to Have • Prior experience leading small teams or acting as a technical lead, • Experience with time-sensitive systems, networking, or high-precision timing, • Exposure to embedded Linux, drivers, or low-level software interfaces, • Familiarity with formal verification, simulation frameworks, or CI for FPGA, • Interest in growing into an engineering management or hybrid lead role What We're Looking For • An engineer who enjoys both building and leading, • Someone excited by ownership, responsibility, and seeing projects through to production, • A collaborative communicator who raises the bar for those around them, • A pragmatic problem-solver who balances technical excellence with delivery Why Join Timebeat • Work on deep technical problems with real-world impact, • Influence the technical direction of FPGA development from an early stage, • Grow into a leadership role at a fast-moving, highly technical company, • Competitive compensation, flexible working, and strong engineering culture

Humanoid is the first AI and robotics company in the UK, creating the world’s most advanced, reliable, commercially scalable, and safe humanoid robots. Our first humanoid robot HMND 01 is a next-gen labour automation unit, providing highly efficient services across various use cases, starting with industrial applications. About the Role As a Senior Firmware Engineer on the Core Platform team in London, you will play a critical role in developing the firmware that powers our next generation of humanoid robots. In this position you will work at the intersection of robotics, embedded systems, and real-time control, building the software that enables advanced motion, balance, and interaction with complex environments. You’ll collaborate closely with hardware and systems teams to integrate microcontrollers, sensors, and actuators, while designing robust, high-performance firmware and real-time algorithms. What You’ll Do • Develop and debug firmware for humanoid robots, focusing on motion control, stabilization, sensor integration and ethernet based communication., • Collaborate with hardware teams to design seamless integration of microcontrollers and peripherals., • Design and implement drivers for motors, sensors, and communication protocols., • Optimize firmware for performance, reliability, and power efficiency., • Develop and test real-time control algorithms for robotic movement and balance., • Lead and mentor junior engineers, conducting code reviews and promoting best practices., • Ensure robust security and fail-safe mechanisms in embedded systems., • Maintain technical documentation and manage version control of firmware. We’re Looking For: • 6+ years of experience in embedded systems development, preferably in robotics., • Proficiency in C and C++ for microcontrollers, with experience in RTOS (e.g., FreeRTOS, Zephyr) and bare-metal systems., • Hands-on experience with ARM Cortex, STM32, or similar platforms., • Familiarity with communication protocols such as UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, and Ethernet., • Strong understanding of control systems, kinematics, and motion algorithms., • Experience with debugging tools like oscilloscopes and logic analyzers., • Working knowledge of Git, CI/CD, and Agile methodologies., • Preferred experience with ROS/ROS 2, machine learning, or computer vision., • Experience with and/or an interest in using Rust for embedded systems What We Offer: • Competitive salary plus participation in our Stock Option Plan, • Paid vacation with adjustments based on your location to comply with local labor laws, • Travel opportunities to our Vancouver and Boston offices, • Office perks: free breakfasts, lunches, snacks, and regular team events, • Freedom to influence the product and own key initiatives, • Collaboration with top‑tier engineers, researchers, and product experts in AI and robotics, • Startup culture prioritising speed, transparency, and minimal bureaucracy

Senior Embedded Software Engineer Salary: Up to £100,000 Location: London - 3 days a week We’re working with a rapidly growing tech for good company that is transforming how data, automation, and smart integrations shape the future of digital infrastructure. Their platform optimises real-time operations, connecting users with seamless, intelligent technology solutions. We are looking for a modern, innovative and driven Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join their growing team. They are looking for someone who has commercial experience working with C software development in an IoT, hardware or embedded solutions environment , who is interested in a data-driven AI-first journey. Responsibilities: • Design, implement, and test firmware for embedded systems across diverse market applications., • Enhance codebase architecture to support scalability, maintainability, and future development., • Maintain and support released products, ensuring long-term reliability and performance., • Provide third-level technical support, diagnosing and resolving complex hardware and firmware issues., • Develop and manage automated test frameworks for embedded devices to ensure robust validation., • Create and execute both manual and automated test cases. Key requirements: • 5+ years experience in software development with C in an embedded environment., • Proven knowledge in digital electronics and working at the interface between hardware and firmware., • Strong experience debugging embedded software and associated electronics and hardware tools., • Strong experience in wireless communications, • Familiar with building test applications in Python., • Proven expertise in developing multi-tasking embedded software on microcontrollers, with hands-on experience in low-level peripherals and communication protocols. This is a chance for a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join an ambitious and increasingly successful business who deliver impact with their modern technology. **Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applicants not all submissions will receive feedback.

Principal FPGA Design Engineer (Contract) Contract: 6 months outside IR35 Travel: Occasional UK travel We’re looking for a Principal FPGA Design Engineer to take ownership of complex FPGA architectures and deliver innovative solutions for advanced systems. If you thrive on technical leadership and hands-on design, this is your opportunity to make an impact. What You’ll Do • Define FPGA architecture from top-level system requirements, • Design, implement, and debug VHDL-based FPGA hardware, • Develop verification test benches and vectors, • Produce clear technical documentation and specifications, • Lead multiple projects, manage resources, and report progress, • Mentor junior engineers and provide technical training, • Liaise with customers and suppliers on firmware matters, • Contribute to high-level product definition and design reviews What You Bring • 10+ years’ FPGA design experience, • Expertise in VHDL and FPGA verification, • Proven ability to deliver complex designs on time and within budget, • Experience with multi-FPGA systems, • Strong communication skills, • Background in radar or DSP applications Why Join Us? • Work on cutting-edge technology, • Lead and influence FPGA design strategy, • Flexible contract with competitive rates

Software Test and Validation Engineer – London (Hybrid) – circa £45-£55 per hour (Umbrella) - 12 month contract About the Role: We are seeking a motivated Software Test and Validation Engineer to join our client’s Product Development team. In this role, you will help ensure our software-controlled systems operate safely and reliably, working on cutting-edge engineering products. You will develop and execute comprehensive test programmes, perform system-level tests, and provide detailed feedback to support product improvements. Key Responsibilities: • Independently plan and execute unit testing and system integration testing., • Perform embedded software unit testing to verify functionality, accuracy, and reliability of individual components., • Conduct software integration testing, verifying interactions between software, hardware components, subsystems, and external interfaces. Suggest simulation or emulation techniques to improve system-level testing., • Recommend and implement automated testing frameworks and tools to optimise processes, improve productivity, and ensure consistent results., • Support the software release process, ensuring builds are ready and software issues are effectively evaluated. Experience and Skills: • Mid-level experience in product testing involving firmware and software., • Hands-on experience writing test cases, executing tests, and producing detailed test reports., • Proficiency in C/C++ programming and embedded systems., • Experience with embedded testing tools and standard testing methodologies., • Understanding of electronic/electrical systems (mechanical experience not required). Preferred Qualities: • Strong team player with excellent communication skills, able to collaborate with software, hardware, and validation teams., • Able to take ownership of testing procedures and work closely with development engineers., • Experience with system-level testing and complex engineering products., • Candidates currently in permanent roles are welcome, though contract applicants will also be considered. Why Join the team: • Be part of a collaborative and friendly team, where your contributions make a real impact., • Work on innovative, high-tech products that support critical systems globally., • Opportunities to grow your skills in embedded software testing and validation. How to apply: To apply for this excellent opportunity, please submit your CV for review.

Location: London Employment Type: Full-time Department: Engineering – Hardware About the Company Timebeat is a leader in high-precision clock synchronisation technology, delivering enterprise-grade timing solutions for financial services, telecommunications, aerospace, defence, and critical infrastructure. Our products enable nanosecond-level accuracy, reliability, and visibility across distributed systems. We are expanding our hardware engineering team to continue advancing our timing platforms and next-generation synchronisation devices. Role Overview We are seeking a Hardware Design Engineer with experience in PCB design using Altium Designer. In this role, you will design, develop, test, and iterate hardware solutions for high-precision timing, network synchronisation, and embedded systems. You will work closely with software, FPGA, mechanical, and product teams to deliver robust, production-ready designs. You will work alongside senior hardware design engineers as well as external design consultants. Key Responsibilities Hardware Design & Development • Design multi-layer PCBs in Altium Designer, including schematic capture, layout, library management, and DFM/DFA considerations., • Develop hardware for clock synchronisation and timing systems, including oscillators, GNSS receivers, network timing modules (PTP/NTP), and related embedded electronics., • Create, simulate, and validate high-speed digital, analogue, mixed-signal, and power circuitry., • Perform signal integrity and power integrity analysis; design for EMC compliance., • Develop and execute test plans for prototype validation and product qualification., • Work with lab equipment (oscilloscopes, spectrum analysers, frequency counters, power analysers, logic analysers)., • Debug hardware issues and provide timely design revisions., • Support environmental, compliance, and reliability testing. Cross-Functional Collaboration • Collaborate with firmware, FPGA, and software engineers to ensure seamless integration across the product stack., • Work with manufacturing partners to resolve production issues and improve yield., • Participate in design reviews, documentation, and version-control workflows. Required Skills & Experience • Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related field., • 1-5 years experience, • Proven experience designing PCBs using Altium Designer., • Strong understanding of digital and analogue circuit design., • Experience with high-speed interfaces (e.g., Ethernet, USB, SPI, I2C, LVDS)., • Familiarity with oscillators, timing circuits, PLLs, GNSS modules, and precision measurement components., • Solid understanding of EMC/EMI principles and regulatory compliance (CE, FCC or similar)., • Comfortable using lab equipment for debugging and characterisation., • Knowledge of design-for-manufacture (DFM) and design-for-test (DFT). Preferred Qualifications (nice to have but not essential) • Experience in hardware for timing, synchronisation, PTP (IEEE 1588), GNSS, or networking hardware., • Experience with FPGA/SoC platforms (Xilinx, Intel/Altera, Microchip)., • Familiarity with thermal design and power optimisation., • Experience with scripting or automation tools (Python, MATLAB, etc.)., • Knowledge of embedded firmware basics (C/C++). Personal Attributes • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail., • Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively., • Collaborative and communicative team player., • Driven to innovate and continuously improve hardware quality. What We Offer • Competitive salary and benefits package., • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge timing and synchronisation technologies., • A collaborative, fast-moving, engineering-focused environment., • Career growth and technical development opportunities.

We are seeking an exceptional C++ Engineer to join one of the world's most advanced high-frequency trading firms. This is a rare opportunity to work at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and global financial markets, where performance is measured in nanoseconds and innovation drives competitive advantage. You'll be part of a team that designs and builds ultra-low latency trading systems deployed across global exchanges. Your work will directly impact trading performance, and you'll be empowered to push the boundaries of what's possible in software and hardware optimisation. Key Responsibilities • Architect and implement high-performance C++ systems with extreme latency sensitivity., • Optimise every layer of the stack - from CPU cache and memory allocation to kernel bypass and network I/O., • Collaborate with traders, quants, and infrastructure engineers to deliver robust, scalable, and lightning-fast trading solutions., • Profile, benchmark, and tune systems using advanced tooling and custom diagnostics., • Contribute to the design of proprietary protocols, lock-free data structures, and real-time analytics pipelines. Ideal Candidate • Expert-level proficiency in modern C++, with a deep understanding of low-level systems programming., • Strong grasp of computer architecture, concurrency, and performance engineering., • Experience with kernel bypass technologies (e.g., DPDK, Solarflare/OpenOnload) and high-performance networking., • Familiarity with Linux internals, NUMA, CPU affinity, and custom memory management., • Proven track record of building latency-critical systems in trading, gaming, or telecom environments., • Bonus: Experience with FPGA acceleration, RDMA, or custom NIC firmware. Why Apply? • Work with some of the fastest systems and smartest minds in the industry., • Direct impact on trading performance and strategy execution., • Access to bespoke infrastructure, bleeding-edge hardware, and proprietary tooling., • Culture of excellence: flat structure, minimal bureaucracy, and relentless focus on performance., • Compensation at the top end of the market, with significant upside tied to impact. Apply Now!

We're looking for an Embedded Firmware Engineer with experience in machine control and industrial automation to join our engineering team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a technically focused engineering team working on challenging, real-world industrial systems. Mix of office-based enginee

FPGA Design Engineer - Contract (Outside IR35) We're supporting a specialist engineering organisation delivering advanced safety-critical systems across regulated industries. They're looking for an experienced FPGA Design Engineer to join on a contract basis (outside IR35), contributing to

Produce high-integrity, mission-critical software to defined engineering and quality standards. Contract Software Engineer (Ada) – Real-Time Embedded. You'll be trusted with complex problems, work closely with systems, hardware, and firmware teams, and play a key role across the full software

Embedded Software Engineer (Fully Remote). I’m working with a company that are looking for an experienced Electronics/embedded engineer to lead platform development and shape system architecture for critical devices. Lead development of embedded firmware in C/C++.

I'm partnering with a world-leading robotics company based in North London to find an experienced Embedded Firmware Engineer for an exciting 6-month project. Working closely with electronics and mechanical engineers to integrate firmware with hardware. You'll be joining a small, highly skilled engin

Bermondsey Electronics is a contract electronics development company looking for an embedded software developer to expand the team.

Are you a skilled Firmware Engineer looking to work on a range of products? Join a forward-thinking company that designs and manufactures cutting-edge electronic products. Firmware Engineer – Up to £55k – Southampton – Embedded C, Hardware, MCU's. Design, develop, and maintain electronic and

QPU Software Engineer Location: Oxford, UK A world-leading quantum computing company, backed by global technology leaders including Google, is expanding its QPU Software Engineering team and is seeking an experienced Software Engineer to help build the software stack that powers next-generation quantum hardware. In this role, you will develop software that orchestrates and controls the full quantum hardware stack - from real-time control of lasers and FPGAs through to system-wide configuration, diagnostics, and feedback. You will work at the intersection of software engineering, quantum physics, and advanced hardware, enabling precise, reliable, and scalable quantum operations. Role Overview As part of a highly multidisciplinary engineering team, you will collaborate closely with physicists, systems architects, and hardware engineers to design and implement robust software infrastructure for controlling and operating quantum processing units (QPUs). Key Responsibilities • Design and implement software systems for orchestrating quantum experiments, including pulse sequence generation, device coordination, and real-time system control, • Develop and maintain APIs and middleware connecting low-level hardware control (FPGAs, DACs, timing systems) with higher-level orchestration software and compilers, • Implement reliable communication and synchronization protocols across embedded and distributed system components, • Translate experimental and system-level requirements into high-performance, testable software features in collaboration with physicists and system architects, • Contribute to diagnostics, calibration, and validation routines for hardware performance monitoring, • Build tooling to support automation, test infrastructure, system state management, and logging, • Participate in system bring-up, integration testing, and cross-disciplinary debugging, • Influence software architecture decisions, participate in code reviews, and help establish best engineering practices Required Qualifications • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline, • 5+ years of experience developing software for hardware control, embedded systems, or distributed systems, • Strong programming skills in Python and/or C/C++, with hands-on experience interfacing with hardware (SPI, I2C, UART, Ethernet), • Experience working with real-time systems or hardware-in-the-loop control environments, • Familiarity with timing and synchronization systems (e.g. PTP) and communication stacks, • Proven ability in system integration, testing, and performance optimisation Preferred Experience • Background in scientific instrumentation, lab automation, or quantum hardware control systems, • Experience with FPGA-based systems, DAC/ADC control, or pulse sequencing frameworks, • Exposure to embedded Linux, RTOS, or custom firmware development, • Knowledge of calibration, feedback, and control-loop algorithms, • Experience working in multidisciplinary teams at the intersection of software, hardware, and advanced science Why Join? • Work on cutting-edge quantum computing systems at the forefront of global research and commercialisation, • Collaborate with world-class engineers, physicists, and architects, • Join a well-funded organisation backed by major technology leaders, with long-term ambition and scale

Senior or Principal Electronic Engineers Newcastle Upon Tyne Salary: £55,000-£80,000 + benefits Jackson Hogg is delighted to be working with a growing defence organisation as a Senior or a Principal Electronic Engineer to lead the design and delivery of advanced electronic systems used in electro-optical products and autonomous tracking platforms. This is a senior, hands-on technical leadership role for an engineer who wants end-to-end ownership and technical authority. You’ll operate at a system level while staying close to the hardware, driving designs from concept through certification and into deployment. Principal Electronic Engineer Key Responsibilities: • Lead the design, development and validation of electronic systems for complex electro-optical and autonomous products., • Define electronics architectures, balancing performance, safety, cost, manufacturability, environmental constraints and long-term maintainability., • Act as design authority, setting and upholding electronics engineering standards across the organisation., • Oversee and review schematic capture and PCB design, ensuring robustness across power integrity, signal integrity and EMC., • Guide verification, validation and compliance, working with external test houses to achieve EMC, safety and environmental certification., • Take ownership across the full product lifecycle – from requirements and architecture through prototypes, qualification and fielded systems., • Mentor and develop electronics engineers, building capability and reinforcing best practices., • Collaborate closely with mechanical, firmware, software and systems teams to ensure cohesive, integrated designs., • Balance hands-on technical delivery with leadership, prioritising across multiple programmes in a fast-paced environment. Principal Electronic Engineer Key Requirements: • Degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline, • Significant experience delivering complex, safety-critical or high-performance electronic systems., • Strong expertise in schematic capture and PCB design (Altium preferred), including multilayer, high-density and mixed-signal boards, • Solid technical grounding across several of the following domains:, • Power electronics and power distribution (DC/DC, protection, motor drivers), • High-speed digital design (Gigabit Ethernet, USB, microcontrollers, FPGA), • Analogue electronics (sensors, amplifiers, precision interfaces), • EMC design, grounding, filtering and shielding, • Ruggedised or defence-grade design practices, • Experience in defining system architectures, requirements and structured engineering processes., • Proven ability to plan and execute verification and validation, including environmental and EMC testing., • Comfortable mentoring others and operating as a senior technical authority., • Able to work autonomously, manage competing priorities and make sound engineering decisions under pressure. This is a permanent, full-time on-site role with flexible working hours and a competitive benefits package. If you are interested in the role please get in touch using the details below.

FPGA Development, FPGA Engineer, Firmware Engineer, Full lifecycle, Requirements, Architecture, Coordination, Test bench development, VHDL, Xilinx, Power dissipation, Integration, Debugging, HDL, Modelsim, Questasim, DOORs, Altera, 3rd party IP, C, C++, assembler. My client is a leading organisation

Field Service Engineer Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 + Tools A leading AV integrator is seeking a skilled Field Service Engineer to join their service and support team, covering client sites across London. This role is ideal for an engineer with strong troubleshooting ability across modern AV and control systems who enjoys working directly with customers and solving technical challenges on-site. The Role As a Field Service Engineer, you'll be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a variety of commercial AV systems. You'll be travelling throughout London, ensuring clients' systems run smoothly and efficiently while representing the company with professionalism and technical expertise. Key Responsibilities Perform on-site troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of AV and control systems Support, maintain, and optimise Crestron, Q-Sys, Extron, Shure, and Microsoft Teams Rooms (MTR) environments Conduct system checks, firmware updates, testing, and configuration adjustments Document service visits and communicate clearly with internal engineering teams Build strong relationships with end users through excellent customer service Ensure all work is completed to the highest standards of safety and quality Required Experience Proven background as a Field Service Engineer within the AV integration industry Strong understanding of control systems and audio DSP troubleshooting Han...

Software Engineer — C++ / Systems Programming (Audio) – Basic salary £55k Hybrid HQ -Central London Our client is looking for a pragmatic systems engineer who loves building fast, reliable software that talks to real hardware. Collaborating tightly with hardware and firmware te

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an Embedded Digital Design Engineer to join a specialist engineering department working on the development of complex, cutting-edge embedded digital systems. Key Responsibilities • Contribute to the design and development of complex embedded digital systems across a varied project portfolio, • Support embedded system architecture and design activities, including partitioning functionality between software and FPGA domains, • Undertake design implementation across embedded software, FPGA/firmware and digital hardware, depending on project needs, • Support integration and test activities on target hardware platforms, • Collaborate closely with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver robust engineering solutions, • Participate across the full development lifecycle, from concept and design through to integration and test, • Support continuous improvement, problem-solving and innovation within the engineering team The ideal candidate would have • A background in Digital Hardware Design, FPGA/Firmware Design, or Embedded Software Design, • Experience or knowledge of embedded digital system design and modelling, • Exposure to performance analysis and trade-off activities within embedded system architectures, • Experience supporting the integration and test of embedded systems onto hardware platforms, • An interest in developing across multiple technical disciplines within embedded engineering, • The ability to work effectively within multi-disciplinary engineering teams The ideal candidate must have • A strong problem-solving mindset and a passion for working with advanced technology, • The ability to communicate effectively within technical teams, • A proactive and adaptable approach to working across different phases of the development lifecycle This position offers a lucrative benefits package, which includes but is not inclusive of: • Bonus scheme (based on company performance), • Annual pay reviews and promotion reviews (based on personal performance), • Overtime paid at an enhanced rate, • Flexi-Leave (of up to 15 days), • Pension scheme (total contribution of up to 14%), • Subsidised site facilities and restaurants, • Free parking, • Excellent career progression and training / career development opportunities If this role looks like your next challenge, please contact Keelan ASAP or apply via this advert. Please note that due to the nature of the client’s business, only candidates who currently hold full British Citizenship (without limitations) / Dual Nationality (inclusive of British Citizenship) will be considered. We endeavour to reply to every candidate, every time, but if you haven’t heard back within 10 days, please understand that you have unfortunately been unsuccessful for this position, or the position has been filled. Please call the office or send an email to discuss other potential positions.

Graduate Hardware Engineer Permanent role Based in Tewkesbury Offering £45,000 Do you have knowledge/understanding of PCB design/layout, FPGA development in VHDL, or Embedded C/C++ Software Development? Do you have a degree in a related discipline? If your answer to these is yes, then this could be the role for you! As the Graduate Hardware Engineer, you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry. You will be involved in: • Simulating and implementing signal, image, or data processing algorithms in VHDL for FPGAs, • Designing PCBs using FPGAs, SoCs, high speed network interfaces and analogue/RF signal filtering, • Performing schematic capture using OrCAD, • Managing PCB layout, fabrication and assembly subcontractors, • Setting to work PCBs including writing test firmware and software, • Developing Linux device drivers for hardware Your skillset may include: • Have knowledge/understanding in at least one of the following areas: Complex PCB design, FPGA development in VHDL, or Software development experience in embedded C/C++, • Be self-motivating, capable of working independently, • Have a strong academic background, • Have strong verbal and written presentation skills If this all sounds like something you will be interested in then simply apply and we can discuss the opportunity further!

Applications Engineer – imaging devices This is primarily a hardware-based role, but working closely with other disciplines, most software engineering. The Applications Engineer will acquire and apply deep knowledge of ISDI’s image sensor semiconductors and X-ray imaging systems, and will play an essential part in all parts of the product creation process, from initial requirements to final product validation, to supporting end-users. Essential requirements BSc, BEng, Masters, NVQ/SVQ 5-7 level in or equivalent in electronic or electrical engineering, systems engineering or similar discipline At least 2 years’ experience in a hands-on electronics-related role. This could be in test, design, research or applications, and could include university or hobby projects. Good communication skills, both written and verbal Desirable experience Knowledge of digital/analogue circuit technologies. Scripting languages such as Python, Tcl, VBA, Knowledge of semiconductor image sensors or X-ray imaging systems Requirements-based testing techniques and V&V planning C / C++ Software application development (Windows) Writing datasheets and application notes. Personal attributes Able to rapidly learn and improvise. Resourceful, inventive, problem-solving. Methodical, accurate, patient. Able to work under time pressure and with tight deadlines. Responsibilities Become a technical expert on X-ray detector panels and CMOS image sensors. Plan and carry out engineering tests of image sensors, X-ray detector panels and associated systems, including validation and verification of hardware, firmware and software. Support customers in the field with technical support and advice Create and maintain a knowledge base of applications know-how Resolution of technical problems, failure analysis, statistical reporting. Working environment Based in ISDI’s offices and R&D centre in Kentish Town, London. Primarily on-site working with occasional working from home. Close working with ISDI’s engineering teams in London and Villach, Austria, as well as customers. Well-equipped facilities including electronics and mechanical engineering lab, cleanroom, semiconductor wafer prober. Close proximity to ISDI’s production centre. Occasional travel to overseas customer sites.

Fire & Security Role: Are you a Technical Security Engineer working with CCTV, Access Control and Intruder Alarm systems? Paying up to: £48k basic (OTE £58k plus) What can you expect as an employee: • Basic salary £40,000 – £48,000 per annum, • Travel time paid door to door (minus 1 hour), • Call out included, • 30 days annual leave, including bank holidays, • Private healthcare (upon successful completion of 6-month probation), • Pension scheme (upon completion of 3 months employment), • Advanced manufacturer training, • Company vehicle, • Laptop and mobile phone provided, • Monday to Friday, 8am – 5pm (40 hours per week with 1-hour lunch break), • On-call rota – 1 in 8 The ideal candidate would have: • Experience as a Technical Security Engineer, • Strong technical knowledge of CCTV, Access Control and Intruder Alarm systems, • Experience with commissioning, testing and system takeovers, • Ability to provide technical support both remotely and on-site, • Strong fault-finding and repair capability, • Experience with high-level software, firmware and server planned preventive maintenance, • Ability to carry out system pre-builds and configuration, • Confidence delivering user training About the role: • Join an independently owned security company with over 25 years of experience, • Design, install, maintain and support high-level electronic security systems, • Cover UK and European sites as required, • Carry out commissioning, testing and system takeovers, • Provide technical support to clients and internal teams, • Undertake fault-finding, callouts and repairs, • Perform planned preventive maintenance on software, firmware and servers, • Deliver user training and support an excellent client experience Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to join the team and make a difference in the fire and security industry. Apply today and take the next step in your career!

The Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) Offensive Security team provides OCI with the capabilities to ensure our systems and services meet the security objectives we communicate to customers. The Offensive Security group performs security assessments, vulnerability research, static and dynamic analysis research, penetration testing, red-teaming, and security tool development. We ensure the security of the software and hardware that runs our cloud infrastructure and strive for continuous improvement. The OCI Offensive Security group works as a team. We don't fit people into predefined roles. We bring together the right people who enhance team capability and build roles around each team member's skills and interests. Offensive Security Engineer Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Group The Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) Offensive Security team provides OCI with the capabilities to ensure our systems and services meet the security objectives we communicate to customers. The Offensive Security group performs security assessments, vulnerability research, static and dynamic analysis research, penetration testing, red-teaming, and security tool development. We ensure the security of the software and hardware that runs our cloud infrastructure and strive for continuous improvement. The OCI Offensive Security group works as a team. We don't fit people into predefined roles. We bring together the right people who enhance team capability and build roles around each team member's skills and interests. Values are OCI's foundation and how we deliver excellence. We strive for equity, inclusion, and respect for all. We are committed to the greater good in our products and our actions. We are continually learning and taking opportunities to grow our careers and ourselves. We challenge each other to stretch beyond our past to build our future. You can learn more about us by visiting ___. Are you interested in building large-scale distributed security systems and tools for the cloud? Do you love the idea of working in an environment with the excitement of a start-up, but the financial backing of a Fortune 100 company? This role offers huge upside potential, high visibility, and fast career growth without the risks of a typical start-up. We are growing fast, maturing, and working on results-oriented initiatives. A security-focused leader can have significant technical and business impact. This is a unique opportunity to work with smart people to solve complex problems in distributed systems, security, and multi-tenant Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) operating at massive scale. The biggest challenges for the team is the dynamic and fast growth of the business, driving us to improve our systems, tools, and automation to scale to our security expertise several orders of magnitude greater than what we can support today. We understand that software is living and needs investment. The challenge is making the right tradeoffs, communicating those decisions effectively, and crisp execution. We hope you like working at scale as much as we do because Oracle has no shortage of it! Craft the future of one of the largest clouds on earth with us! Our ideal candidate is a hardworking and hands-on engineer who cares about security and improves their knowledge every day. We're looking for hands-on cloud hackers with expertise and passion in identifying and exploiting complex security problems in distributed, multi-tenant services and infrastructure. We operate distributed systems at a high scale, worldwide. These are the foundations of our cloud environment. Our customers run their businesses on our cloud, and our mission is to provide them with a best-in-class and ever-expanding set of cloud-based services. A security-focused engineer at any level can have significant technical and business impact. Come shape the future of one of the largest clouds on earth with us. To get you excited, here is a list of some of the projects over the last year this team has worked on: • Big iron - ExaLogic, ExaData, UltraSPARC, InfiniBand, • Firmware reverse engineering of various hardware components, • Developing custom fuzzing platforms for code-coverage analysis, • Several different hypervisors, • Linux and Windows kernel mode non-sense Responsibilities • You enjoy diving into complex source code audits to reveal subtle security vulnerabilities, • Writing new tools such as fuzzers in languages such as C/C++, Python, Ruby, Go or Java,, • Tearing apart an undocumented file format or network protocol, • Coming up with novel techniques to solve unique and interesting security problems, • Review new services, including their integration points with existing services, • Guide security projects beyond the scope of performing assessment work, • Identify and disclose vulnerabilities to 3rd party vendors, • Design complex systems and services that improve quantity or quality of offensive security output, • You'll reviews new features of moderate complexity in existing systems, identifying areas of new risk created; work with service teams to explore and recommend mitigations; and collaborate across service teams and security stakeholders., • Review new services, including their integration points with existing services, • Guide security projects beyond the scope of performing assessment work: identifying and disclosing vulnerabilities to 3rd party vendor or design of complex systems and services that improve quantity or quality of offensive security output, • You'll drive organization wide improvement in the form of engineering practices, security architecture, operation practices or development practices., • 6+ years of experience in vulnerability discovery / security engineering / application security, • Threat modeling experience of microservice architectures, • Experience working in a large cloud or software company, • Extensive research or experience with multiple classes of security bugs, • Evidence of contribution to the security community in the form of conducting training / thought leadership / conference talks / publications, • Improve security throughout the organization, identifying areas of risk or opportunities for improvement and piloting them, • Be a subject matter expert in at least one business-critical area (e.g. cryptography, hardware security, operating systems, authentication protocols, fuzzing, DoS mitigation, networks, distributed systems), • Collaborative track record working between internal teams and external organizations, • Excellent organizational, verbal and written communication skills, • Intermediate knowledge of Linux OS Internals, • Undergraduate or Graduate degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or another related field or equivalent work experience., • Hands-on experience developing services on a public cloud platform (e.g., AWS, Azure, Oracle), • Building continuous integration/deployment pipelines with robust testing and deployment schedules, • Experience working with internal customers and translating requests into prioritized work or features, • Expertise in applying risk identification techniques to develop security solutions, • Experience and understanding of Cryptographic algorithms, standards, implementation and application, • Experience and understanding of threat modeling, penetration testing, reverse engineering and attacks on software, • Experience working with large enterprise customers

Senior Performance Engineer - UK Ready to Make a Real Impact? Join e-STORAGE! Who We Are Welcome to e-STORAGE, a proud member of the Canadian Solar Inc. (NASDAQ: CSIQ) family! We’re leading the way in designing, building, and integrating advanced battery energy storage systems for utility-scale projects. Our mission? To accelerate the world’s renewable energy transition and create a more sustainable, resilient energy future for everyone. With our innovative SolBank lithium-iron phosphate battery technology and comprehensive project services, we’re not just building products we’re powering communities and making a difference worldwide. Role Overview for Senior Performance Engineer In this role, you’ll bring together the sharp analytical mindset of a controls engineer and the hands‑on problem‑solving instincts of a commissioning engineer to efficiently troubleshoot complex issues and pinpoint root causes on operating systems. You’ll take ownership of diagnosing performance challenges and work closely with internal teams and external vendors to drive solutions, validating and evaluating firmware and software updates to ensure system security and reliability, minimizing downtime. Your insights will feed back to internal teams and product improvements to drive a cycle of continuous improvement. If you thrive on tackling new challenges, enjoy rolling up your sleeves, and love the satisfaction of solving problems that matter, this role keeps you continuously engaged and at the center of meaningful, hands‑on innovation. What You’ll Be Doing as a Senior Performance Controls Engineer • Prioritize, investigate, and drive the corrective action for performance issues identified during facility operation., • Troubleshooting and root cause analysis using data analysis, first principles, on site investigation, or other means as needed., • Validate software/firmware updates in coordination with vendors, the site service team, and relevant stakeholders to confirm documented changes and no unintended consequences are introduced. Coordinate subsequent rollouts with the appropriate site service teams., • Effectively communicate issues to the appropriate vendor and stakeholders to ensure resolutions are identified and implemented., • Support performance testing as required under individual contracts for each facility., • Contribute to fleet wide efforts for improving the efficacy of monitoring and analysis processes and tools., • Collaborate with internal teams to provide input to improve performance across the business from applications and design to project execution and commissioning to service., • Provide documentation of issues and resolutions for tracking, knowledge sharing, and internal and external communications., • Ensure all activities are performed in compliance with safety protocols, engineering standards, and company policies. What You’ll Bring to the Position • Demonstrated experience in customer-focused problem solving, • Ability to execute projects and tasks in parallel, self-directed, highly detail-oriented, organized and flexible, • Experience troubleshooting using data analytics, • Experience in commissioning, performance testing, maintenance, and/or design of BESS or other power generating facilities, • Knowledge and experience with SCADA protocols (i.e. DNP3 and Modbus), • Familiarity with industrial communication networks (fiber optics, network switches, TCP/IP, etc.), • Excellent communication skills, • Ability to travel up to 20% of time. Travel may be on short notice, • Demonstrated experience in problem solving What It’s Like to Work Here At e-STORAGE, you’re more than just an employee—you’re part of a team that values your ideas, your background, and your unique perspective. We believe that a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion isn’t just the right thing to do—it’s the secret to our success. Here, you’ll find: • Integrity: We do what’s right, always., • Innovation: We encourage fresh thinking and bold ideas., • Quality: We take pride in delivering excellence, every time., • Customer Focus: We listen, we care, and we deliver., • Sustainability: We’re passionate about protecting our planet for future generations. Why You’ll Love Working With Us • Join a global leader in renewable energy, backed by over 23 years of Canadian Solar experience., • Work on projects that matter—helping to build a cleaner, greener world., • Thrive in a supportive, collaborative environment where your growth is our priority., • Enjoy a competitive salary and a generous benefits package. Want to join here is what we are looking For • The right mix of education, experience, and skills for the role., • Great communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities., • A true commitment to safety, ethics, and sustainability. Your Rewards We offer a competitive salary, performance bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package—including health coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, and more. Our Commitment to Equality & Diversity “At e-STORAGE, we know that diverse teams drive innovation and better results. We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered—regardless of age, race, gender, ability, or background. When you join us, you’re joining a community that celebrates your uniqueness and supports your success.” — Libby, Sr. Global HR Manager

Space Segment Verification Lead We're delighted to be working with this global technology company that has been innovating in the Space sector for many decades. This particular role sits in the area of our client's business focused on the Defence sector and will be aligned to a major satellite communications programme. We're looking for a talented Systems Engineer with a good understanding of the Space Segment and experience of technical assurance and verification. Space Segment knowledge is the most important requirement for this role (preferably GEO). Additional expertise in subsystems - for instance Payload Engineering, or a background in Firmware, DSP, RF, FPGA or hardware generally - would be helpful. The role • Providing technical & design assurance and systems engineering expertise, • Monitoring, assessing and reporting on supplier progress, • Consulting with client on programme risks and recommendations for success, • Monitor Space Segment verification processes and documentation, • Manage evidence review and clarification agaist requirements, • Review technical documentation, • Monitor manufacture and testing of hardware Requirements • Strong Systems Engineer skills with good knowledge of the Space Segment, • A specialism - especially in DSP, Firmware, FPGA areas would be useful, • Proven experience in undertaking Verification tasks, • Able to build strong technical arguments and articulate these to suppliers, • Strong stakeholder management experience with technical and non-technical audiences, • Experience working on government projects would be useful, • Must be able to obtain UK security clearance The role is hybrid and you'll likely spend time weekly on site with the client or suppliers. These sites are typically in the south west and south east of England, so being located in that neck of the woods would be the most practical. On offer is a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, plus excellent prospects on a wide range of programmes in the long term.

Job Title Founding Engineer (Mechatronics & Operations) Location Wandsworth, London Full-time, in person About Auto Draught Auto Draught is building the next generation of beer taps, replacing traditional fonts with intelligent, automated systems that pour perfect pints, reduce labour costs, and enable self-service. We are early-stage, product-led, and hands-on. You will work directly with the founder to take prototypes into real venues and turn them into a reliable, scalable product. The role This is a founding-level role with real ownership. You will work across hardware, firmware, manufacturing, and real-world installs. One day you might be debugging a hardware or firmware issue, the next you could be installing a system, running a live demo, or speaking with a brewery about improvements. If you enjoy building physical products, solving real-world problems, and seeing first-hand how your work is used in the world, this role is for you. What you will do Engineering • Design, build, and iterate on electromechanical systems (valves, motors, sensors), • Support embedded firmware development and system integration, • Install and support systems in pubs, breweries, and events, • Diagnose real-world issues and feed learnings back into design, • Support manufacturing and suppliers (PCBs, machined parts, assembly), • Help improve documentation, installation processes, and scalability Who this is for • Comfortable taking ownership and driving work forward independently, • Confident across mechanical, electrical, and embedded systems, • Happy working in ambiguity without heavy process, • Curious, practical, and willing to get hands-on Nice to have (not required) • Experience with embedded systems (STM32, Arduino, ESP32), • Mechatronics, robotics, or automation background, • Manufacturing, DFM, or supplier experience, • Startup or early-stage company experience, • Comfortable speaking with customers or partners, • Experience selling to breweries or pub groups What we offer • Founding-level ownership and responsibility, • Competitive salary and meaningful equity, • Direct influence on product and company direction

Our client, a world-renowned UK-based designer and manufacturer of premium high-fidelity products, is seeking an Electronics Design Engineer to support the design and delivery of consumer and lifestyle audio electronics solutions. This is a hands-on engineering role perfect for someone who enjoys working close to the hardware and contributing directly to the development of high-performance audio products. The successful candidate will work as part of a compact engineering team, contributing to electronic design tasks and leaving their mark on multiple projects across the catalogue. You will bring practical experience working with audio electronics and a genuine interest in hi-fi products and systems. While you do not need to be a dedicated audio enthusiast, you will work closely with the in-house acoustics team and develop an understanding of how electronic design decisions influence the listening experience of the end user. Key Responsibilities: • Contribute to the electronic design of hi-fi systems and product platforms, • Support schematic design, PCB layout review, and design updates, • Deliver assigned electronics work packages to agreed technical and schedule targets, • Adhere to project briefs and plans including working within the outlined Bill of Materials, • Assist with prototype bring-up, testing, and validation activities, • Work closely with acoustics, software, UI/UX, and product teams during development, • Document designs, test results, and engineering changes clearly and accurately Required Experience: • Degree in Electronics Engineering or a relevant field, • Practical experience in audio electronics design, • Exposure to digital-to-analogue conversion, preamplifier, or power amplifier circuitry, • Experience with Class AB and/or Class D amplifier designs, • Experience working with digital circuitry including MCUs, clocks, and data interfaces, • Solid understanding of Analogue Audio design principles and architectures, • Understanding of EMC requirements, safety standards and relevant industry standards, • Experience contributing to projects within structured development environments Required Skills: • Practical, hands-on approach to electronic design and problem solving, • Schematic capture and PCB layout or review experience using Altium or similar tools, • Understanding of linear power supply design fundamentals, • Ability to test, debug, and validate electronic hardware, • Awareness of how hardware design choices interact with software and firmware Desired Skills: • Familiarity with audio measurements and interpretation of test data, • Design experience of high power Switch Mode Power Suppliers, • Interest in learning and developing engineering best practices This is a practical engineering role offering the opportunity to work directly on the next generation of high-quality hi-fi products within a heritage, yet forward-thinking UK audio manufacturer. If you enjoy getting hands-on with electronics and contributing as part of a collaborative engineering team, we don’t hesitate to apply!

A leading robotics company based in London is seeking an experienced Embedded Firmware Engineer for a 6-month project. Candidates should have strong skills in C and C++, hardware-software integration, and several years of experience in embedded systems.

Sign in to set job alerts for “Senior Firmware Engineer” roles. Embedded Firmware Engineer, Power Electronics. We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Firmware Engineer to join our team and play a key role in developing embedded systems for IoT products.

Senior FPGA Engineer – Cutting-Edge Sensor Technology Up to £75,000 DOE Join a forward-thinking engineering team developing next-generation sensor and signal-processing technology used in advanced industrial and scientific applications. We’re seeking an experienced Senior FPGA Engineer who enjoys hands-on design and ownership of the full FPGA development lifecycle from concept through to deployment. You’ll be part of a collaborative, close-knit R&D group, where your technical input genuinely shapes product innovation. What You’ll Do • Lead FPGA design and development in VHDL or Verilog, from architecture through verification and test, • Work with ADC/DAC-based signal processing and high-speed data paths, • Implement and optimize communication interfaces SPI, I²C, UART, RS-232/485, and other serial links, • Collaborate with hardware, firmware, and systems engineers across the full product lifecycle, • Contribute to continuous improvement of design flows and methodologies What You’ll Bring • 4+ years of FPGA design experience in a commercial or R&D environment, • Proven skills in VHDL or Verilog for FPGA development, • Solid understanding of signal-processing architectures and high-speed serial interfaces, • Experience integrating with embedded processors and digital communication protocols, • Degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field Why Join • Competitive salary up to £75,000 (depending on experience), • Work with cutting-edge sensor and FPGA technologies, • Convenient location – short walk from the train station, easy access from London, Reading, and the M3 corridor 🎯 Apply now to explore this exciting opportunity!

Are you an experienced Principal Firmware Engineer ready to take ownership of firmware strategy and delivery for cutting-edge laser and photonics systems? This is a senior, high-impact role where you'll lead firmware development for advanced embedded platforms supporting industries such as medical devices, life sciences, semiconductors, space, and quantum technologies. This opportunity offers the chance to shape global firmware standards, drive innovation, and mentor teams while delivering robust, high-quality embedded solutions that meet customer and business objectives. Key responsibilities of the Principal Firmware Engineer job based in Southampton: • Lead the research, development, testing, and maintenance of firmware for new and existing laser systems., • Drive the creation of firmware concepts, roadmaps, and strategic plans aligned with organisational goals., • Design, develop, test, and debug embedded firmware using C/C++ for complex hardware platforms., • Develop algorithms for measurement data processing and create interface and communication protocol code., • Implement and maintain build systems, automated testing, and continuous integration pipelines., • Ensure firmware meets design, quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness standards., • Manage projects from concept and design through unit testing and handover to production., • Conduct code reviews and ensure documentation captures designs, tests, policies, and procedures., • Establish and maintain global best practice procedures across engineering teams and sites., • Act as a key subject matter expert and advisor to internal stakeholders., • Track deliverables, set priorities, and provide regular progress reports to senior leadership., • Drive continuous improvement across processes, products, and services within the firmware function. Skills & knowledge required of the Principal Firmware Engineer job based in Southampton: • Expert-level proficiency in C/C++ and embedded firmware development., • Strong understanding of communication protocols networked and industrial interfaces., • Experience with automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and build systems., • Knowledge of scripting languages and test automation frameworks., • Strong project management, time management, and organisational skills., • Ability to work collaboratively across engineering, R&D, product, and project teams., • Strong communication skills and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-changing, high-growth environment., • Innovative mindset with a strong customer and quality focus., • Degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline., • Proven experience setting up and leading a firmware function., • Strong background in system design, planning, and delivering complex engineering projects., • Experience in the photonics industry and within fast-paced, growing environments. If this Principal Firmware Engineer job based in Southampton could be of interest, send your CV to or call Ben on 01582 878816 to discuss in more detail.

Embedded Software Engineer Newcastle upon Tyne £45,000 – £65,000 + Benefits KO2 are proud to be partnering with an innovative client in Newcastle upon Tyne, as they continue to expand their engineering team through 2025. This is an exciting opportunity for an Embedded Software Engineer to work on the development of cutting-edge products across multiple industries. The Role As an Embedded Software Engineer, you’ll be developing high-performance embedded software that controls, powers, and monitors advanced electronic devices. Working in a collaborative environment, you’ll design, implement, and test embedded solutions that drive next-generation technology. You’ll work primarily in Embedded C or Modern C++, with flexibility to use the language that best suits your expertise and the project needs. Key Responsibilities • Develop and maintain embedded software for real-time systems (RTOS, Bare Metal, or Linux)., • Design, code, test, and debug software in Embedded C or Modern C++., • Collaborate closely with hardware, firmware, and systems teams to ensure seamless integration., • Contribute to projects that push the boundaries of embedded innovation., • Participate in design reviews and continuous improvement of software development processes. Skills & Experience • Proven experience as an Embedded Software Engineer., • Strong understanding of embedded systems and real-time programming., • Proficient in Embedded C and/or Modern C++., • Knowledge of serial communication protocols such as SPI, UART, CAN, I²C, RS232, etc., • Experience with Embedded Linux or hardware design is advantageous. Why Apply? Join a forward-thinking company that’s driving real innovation and investing heavily in its engineering team. You’ll have the opportunity to make a tangible impact, work on exciting new products, and grow your skills in a supportive, technically excellent environment. To apply or learn more, contact Laurence or Andrew at KO2 today.

Firmware & DSP Technical Lead (Space Segment) We’re looking for an experienced engineer to join a major satellite communications program, providing technical leadership and assurance throughout the design and delivery of a geostationary satellite system. This is a high-impact role where you’ll help ensure the integrity and success of a complex, multi-disciplinary project. What You’ll Be Doing • Act as an independent technical authority, reviewing supplier progress and performance., • Identify and assess risks, providing clear recommendations to keep the program on track., • Space Segment Verification – Oversee acceptance of space segment requirements and system-level compliance., • Firmware/DSP – Provide assurance on digital hardware development, including FPGAs, programmable devices, and signal processing systems. Key Responsibilities Space Segment Verification • Evaluate verification plans, processes, and documentation., • Coordinate reviews of evidence for requirement closure., • Work closely with suppliers to clarify gaps and obtain supporting material., • Review technical documentation for firmware and digital hardware., • Monitor hardware development, manufacturing, and testing activities., • Eligible for UK security clearance, ideally with prior experience on government or defense projects., • Strong background in systems engineering with knowledge of DSP or satellite payload design., • Confident in challenging technical assumptions and simplifying complex topics for non-specialists., • Skilled in stakeholder management and building consensus through clear, evidence-based arguments., • Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options., • Competitive annual leave with the ability to buy or sell days., • Award-winning pension scheme., • Private healthcare coverage., • Professional development and training opportunities., • A wide range of lifestyle and wellbeing benefits, including:, • Discounted medical and dental care for family members., • Tech deals, gym memberships, and health screening., • Green initiatives like Bike to Work and car schemes., • Employee discounts for retail, dining, and leisure., • Confidential support through our Employee Assistance Program., • Subsidized canteen and childcare vouchers., • Opportunities to give back through charitable initiatives.

Hardware Engineer | £27,000 to £35,000 | UK based with travel This organisation is a UK-based IT and managed services provider supporting enterprise and public-sector customers across critical infrastructure, data centres and workplace technology. They deliver hands-on hardware services covering deployments, relocations and decommissioning, and are now looking to add a practical Hardware Engineer to the team. The role covers hardware build, installation, cabling and decommissioning across customer sites and internal facilities. You will support project scoping with senior engineers, helping ensure delivery is aligned to agreed timelines, costs and resources. Day to day, you will validate power and cabling requirements, install and configure Windows, Linux and VMware, manage firmware and diagnostics, troubleshoot issues, log warranty events, and carry out secure data erasure. You will work closely with delivery and account teams, with some travel and out-of-hours work required. What they're looking for • Hands-on hardware engineering experience across mixed environments, • Strong awareness of health and safety standards and risk management, • Experience working on larger delivery projects and within technical teams, • A methodical, reliable approach with good communication skills Requirements • Clean manual driving licence and valid passport, • Ability to pass BS7858 vetting and hold UK NSV SC clearance, • Willingness to travel across the UK and overseas, including occasional overnight and out-of-hours work Why apply • Competitive salary and benefits package, • Flexible working arrangements, • 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, • Strong training and development support, • An inclusive, collaborative working culture with modern facilities

🛰️Space Segment & Satellite DSP Lead | Luton (Remote) | £80,000 🌍 A leading UK-based space and satellite communications organisation is looking for a Space Segment Verification & Satellite DSP Lead to support a high-profile geostationary satellite communications programme. This is a senior technical assurance role, providing independent oversight to a government client on the design, verification, and delivery of a complex space system. What You’ll Do • Provide independent technical assurance of space segment delivery, • Lead acceptance and verification of space and system-level requirements, • Review supplier verification evidence and manage technical reviews, • Assess and report technical and programme risks, • Provide oversight of firmware, FPGA, and DSP-heavy digital hardware development, • Act as a technical authority, challenging suppliers where required About You • Experienced systems engineer with knowledge of satellite systems, DSP, or payload design, • Strong background in firmware, FPGAs, digital hardware, or DSP applications (e.g. modems, digital RF, radar), • Confident communicator, able to engage technical experts and non-specialists alike, • Experience with government or defence programmes desirable, • Eligible for UK security clearance, • Willing to travel occasionally to client and supplier sites What's in it for you? 💰Salary £75,000 - £80,000 📍Remote working structure once a month on site 💵14% pension ⭐Company bonus scheme 📈Huge learning and career progression opportunities

Drumgrange is seeking an experienced and collaborative Electronics Test Engineer to join our inclusive team. This Electronics Test Engineer role is based in Portland on a 37.5 hr per week. As an experienced Electronics Technician, you will support our skilled engineering and manufacturing teams to supply high-quality products and systems to the Defence Industry. The successful candidate will be experienced in production inspection, testing and fault finding for electronic modules, units, systems and spares. The role is created to meet deadlines on a high-profile project which requires time management and strong communication. Reporting to: Functional Lead What you’ll do In the Electronics Technician role, you can expect to: • Perform IPC-level inspections of electronic assemblies before the test or as part of the production cycle, • Execute formal test documentation, including recording of results—hardware, software and firmware programme configuration, • Ensure all H&S requirements are met, and the assembly area is maintained as a safe, clean and tidy working environment, • Responsible for maintaining a high quality of work to deadlines provided by the business, • Responsible for recording details of defects found, • Responsible for adhering to the company’s policies and procedures, • Take measurements using common range test equipment, • Provide feedback for test documentation discrepancies, • Become familiar with the operating system and timely record all results and keep an up-to-date narrative What you’ll need To apply for this role you will need • Previous experience working on Defence projects,, • IPC level inspection certification,, • BTEC Electronics qualification (ONC/HNC/HND) or equivalent. You will also require the following: • Broad experience in using test equipment, including digital oscilloscopes, Spectrum Analysers, Function Generators, Multimeters and Power Supplies, • Ability to maintain several production test and reference facilities, • Experienced in problem-solving, fault finding and repair down to the component level for analogue and digital designs, • Familiarity with Microsoft Office products, • SC Cleared, • Previous experience in a manufacturing environment, • Previous experience working to high standards against deadlines, • Previous experience dealing directly with engineering teams Key Must Have skills: (minimum of 5) • Ability to obtain UK security clearance, • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a technical test role., • Advanced technical experience in manual testing.., • Proficient with use of hand tools and test equipment., • Ability to read and understand electronic and mechanical drawings., • Knowledge of electronic Components., • Ability to create detailed documents against specifications and drawings, • A basic understanding of electrical & electronics requirements., • Strong communication skills, • Good at multi-tasking, • Computer proficient with office 365 and the ability to pick up software programmes quickly., • Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision, • An enthusiastic self- starter who wishes to learn, develop and progress., • A basic understanding of electrical & electronics requirements., • Strong communication skills, • Good at multi-tasking, • Computer proficient with office 365 and the ability to pick up software programmes quickly., • Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision, • An enthusiastic self- starter who wishes to learn, develop and progress. Key Nice to Have skills: • Advanced rework skills down to component level, track repair, • Fault finding down to component level, • Understanding of circuit diagrams, • Out the box approach to problem solving

Pay: £55,000.00-£85,000.00 per year Job description: Overview We are seeking a highly skilled FPGA Engineer to join our innovative engineering team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing. Are you a meticulous FPGA Engineer with a passion for precision and excellence? Are you ready to play a pivotal role in ensuring top-tier standards in a well-established engineering organization? Look no further! Duties/ Key Skills: FPGA, VHDL, MATLAB / Simulink, Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Defence. The Role: So, what will you be doing as a FPGA Design Engineer? • Developing complex FPGA architectures and design implementations using VHDL, Simulink, targeting Xilinx, Intel, and Microsemi devices., • Verifying FPGA implementations using VHDL and SystemVerilog/UVM test-bench methodologies., • Utilizing FPGA design toolsets and Mentor verification tools such as QuestaSim and ModelSim., • Writing low-level software in C to support FPGA testing and integration with broader embedded systems., • Configuring and documenting designs to a high professional standard., • Collaborating as part of a multidiscipline team to deliver complex FPGA-based projects. What are we looking for in our next FPGA Design Engineer? • Degree-qualified (or equivalent) with significant experience in FPGA development., • Strong VHDL language and design skills., • Proven verification skills using VHDL and SystemVerilog methodologies., • Demonstrable experience designing for Xilinx, Intel, or Microsemi FPGAs., • Experience in professionally configuring and documenting designs. Security Clearance (SC) or eligibility to gain is required to be considered for this vacancy. RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK IS MANDATORY. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Work Location: In person

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