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hackajob is collaborating with Leonardo to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. \n Job Description: \n Your impact \n Technology in Defence is rapidly evolving, and so are the risks to capabilities and success through an ever-changing security landscape. As customers demand higher levels of resilience in the products we create, our approach to securing systems and products needs to change with it. \n We are looking for an FPGA Engineer to join us in shaping the next generation of secure, resilient Defence technology. You’ll be part of a team tackling complex engineering challenges, developing your skills, and helping protect critical national capabilities. \n What you’ll bring \n Your work at Leonardo will see you addressing security risks in an agile, innovative and team-centric manner. You will work as part of a collaborative team supporting engineering delivery, aiding the design and development of new products and systems by providing guidance to ensure the customer’s capabilities remain secure. \n Through engagement with engineering teams and customers, you will develop solutions that address security concerns while providing value to the customer based on risk balance. Utilising a focus of supporting the customer to achieve their goals, you will aim to deliver the best possible solutions balanced against the programme constraints. \n Key responsibility areas involve: \n\n • \n Designing secure firmware cores to flow down to engineering teams, and supporting integration \n • \n Reviewing documentation such as design documents, system specifications, and risk profiles to identify potential vulnerabilities and propose appropriately secure solutions \n • \n Working with solution architects and engineers to ensure that systems meet stringent Design Integrity and security standards and satisfy relevant accreditation requirements \n • \n Participating in wider customer forums, to review security topics \n\n What we need from you: \n We welcome people with a range of backgrounds and experiences. You don’t need to be an expert in everything—we value curiosity, enthusiasm for secure systems, and a willingness to learn. If you’re excited by secure firmware and feel you can contribute—even if you don’t meet every requirement—we encourage you to apply. \n\n • \n A passion for security and problem solving \n • \n Eagerness to learn and adapt to changing technologies \n • \n Technical knowledge of secure firmware/embedded software and integration with electronics \n • \n Knowledge of digital electronics \n • \n Knowledge of developing designs for AMD, Microsemi and/or Intel FPGAs \n • \n Knowledge of firmware simulation and verification tools \n • \n Knowledge of scripting, using TCL and/or Python \n • \n Knowledge of concepts such as Isolated Design Flow, encryption, and secure boot \n • \n Understanding of the engineering product development lifecycle \n\n Though not essential to succeed in the role, the following may also be useful: \n\n • \n A working practical knowledge of NCSC CAPS Evaluation processes and practices with awareness of generic Secure by Design Principles as presented by NCSC, UK MOD and NIST \n • \n Practical experience of following DevSecOps lifecycles for embedded software/firmware \n • \n Experience in safety-critical engineering and/or developing embedded software/firmware to High Assurance requirements such as DO-178C/DO-254 standards or equivalent \n • \n Knowledge and experience of complex cryptography, especially implementing algorithms or utilising the approved cryptographic functions within FPGAs to create higher level security controls. \n • \n An understanding of developing cyber resilient products by addressing the 4 phases of resilience: Prepare, Absorb, Recover and Adapt \n\n Security Clearance \n This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) will apply, this will include meeting the eligibility requirements for Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: https://careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting \n Why join us \n At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive. \n\n • \n Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. \n • \n Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. \n • \n Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). \n • \n Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. \n • \n Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. \n • \n Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. \n • \n Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. \n • \n Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. \n\n For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. \n Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team—they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. \n At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. \n Be part of something bigger - apply now! \n Primary Location: \n GB - Newcastle \n Additional Locations: \n GB - Edinburgh \n Contract Type: \n Permanent \n Hybrid Working: \n Hybrid

hackajob is collaborating with Leonardo to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. \n Job Description: \n Your Impact \n We are looking for a wide range of Electronic Engineers at various levels to join Leonardo. We are a world-class defence technology company, and we develop cutting edge radars for the Eurofighter Typhoon, maritime and airborne surveillance systems and advanced targeting (working with electro-optic systems and lasers) . We are also investors in innovation, undertaking all our own research to fuel our future products. We are recruiting talented, motivated engineers to join our growing Electronics team. \n What you’ll bring \n This is an exciting opportunity for you as an Engineer to bring your skillset and knowledge to a fast paced, dynamic and forward-thinking working environment. To be successful you should consider yourself an expert in at least one of the areas below. If you do not consider yourself an expert yet, but have a keen interest in becoming one in the near future, then we still want to hear from you. \n\n • \n FPGA \n • \n Analogue \n • \n Digital \n • \n RF \n • \n Power \n • \n Component \n • \n Microwave \n • \n Hardware \n • \n Antenna \n • \n EMC \n • \n Personal attributes and values are just as important to us as technical ability, so we are looking for engineers with a willingness to learn, progress and develop through our devoted technical career path. If you are passionate in what you do and can deliver a pragmatic approach to problem solving, we would like to hear from you. \n\n Security Clearance \n This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: https://careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting \n Why join us \n At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive. \n\n • \n Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. \n • \n Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. \n • \n Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). \n • \n Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. \n • \n Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. \n • \n Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. \n • \n Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. \n • \n Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. \n\n For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. \n Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team—they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. \n At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. \n Be part of something bigger - apply now! \n Primary Location: \n GB - Newcastle \n Contract Type: \n Permanent \n Hybrid Working: \n Hybrid

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage, Hertfordshire is currently looking to recruit a C++ Software Engineer subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract, with very likely extension. The role will be onsite 4 days per week. A 4 day working week is OK (Monday to Thursday). Candidates with a strong C++ Software Engineering / Embedded Software Engineer background ideally from the Defence / Aerospace industry would be suitable for this position. Rate: £67.00 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at ‘time and a quarter’ Location: Stevenage Hybrid / Remote working: The role will be onsite 4 days per week. A 4 day working week is OK (Monday to Thursday). Duration: 12 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter. IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: One stage video interview Job Description: By embracing the latest software technologies and methods the Development Simulation software department delivers exceptional software solutions for non-production based test systems that meet the unique requirements of the prime software development teams. In addition we also provide equipment simulation systems to support product integration as well as software to support and assist the manufacturing process. The successful candidate will join the development team responsible for building and integrating real-time test and data capture systems. The role will focus on developing and maintaining software in a Linux environment, working closely with high-speed multi-channel SFPDP cards, real-time data flows, and complex multi-threaded processing pipelines. Proficient in C++ and with knowledge of C#, you will play a critical part in the design, development, integration, and verification of test software solutions that are central to our system validation and delivery capabilities. Responsibilities: • Design and develop real-time test and capture software on Linux systems using C++., • Integrate and interface with high-speed SFPDP cards across multi-channel data pipelines., • Architect and implement robust, scalable, and maintainable multi-threaded applications., • Define and implement data sequencing and synchronisation logic to support deterministic capture and replay., • Work with hardware teams to ensure seamless integration and timing alignment between software and capture cards., • Lead and contribute to system integration, verification, and testing at both component and system levels., • Conduct performance analysis, debugging, and optimisation of real-time systems., • Document architecture, interface definitions, and test procedures to support handover and formal test activities. Skillset/experience required: • Extensive experience in C++ development in a Linux environment., • Proficiency in C# for tooling, test interfaces, or Windows components as needed., • Proven experience working with real-time data systems, preferably involving SFPDP or other high-speed digital protocols., • Demonstrable skills in multi-threaded and concurrent programming., • Experience with low-level I/O, DMA, or driver-level interactions with PCIe cards or similar., • Familiarity with software sequencing frameworks or custom state machines for test execution., • Strong experience with integration, system test, and debugging complex interactions between software and hardware., • Strong understanding of software design principles, memory management, and performance optimisation., • Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD Desirable Skills: • Experience with SFPDP (Serial Front Panel Data Port) specifically in defence, aerospace, or data acquisition contexts., • Knowledge of FPGA-based data acquisition systems and synchronisation methods., • Familiarity with unit testing frameworks, automated test rigs, or hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL) setups., • Experience developing or integrating with real-time operating systems (RTOS) or using real-time Linux extensions.

Tower Research Capital is a leading quantitative trading firm founded in 1998. Tower has built its business on a high-performance platform and independent trading teams. We have a 25+ year track record of innovation and a reputation for discovering unique market opportunities. Tower is home to some of the world’s best systematic trading and engineering talent. We empower portfolio managers to build their teams and strategies independently while providing the economies of scale that come from a large, global organization. Engineers thrive at Tower while developing electronic trading infrastructure at a world class level. Our engineers solve challenging problems in the realms of low-latency programming, FPGA technology, hardware acceleration and machine learning. Our ongoing investment in top engineering talent and technology ensures our platform remains unmatched in terms of functionality, scalability and performance. At Tower, every employee plays a role in our success. Our Business Support teams are essential to building and maintaining the platform that powers everything we do — combining market access, data, compute, and research infrastructure with risk management, compliance, and a full suite of business services. Our Business Support teams enable our trading and engineering teams to perform at their best. At Tower, employees will find a stimulating, results-oriented environment where highly intelligent and motivated colleagues inspire each other to reach their greatest potential. Tower Research Capital, a high-frequency proprietary trading firm founded in 1998, seeks a Quant Developer to join one of its trading teams in London. You will be joining the EMEA Development team and as a Quant Developer, you will be in charge of improving the current research framework through the development of existing and new tools, and provide close day-to-day support to the quantitative research team on-site. Responsibilities • Designing and implementing a low latency high-frequency trading platform, • Assisting in the development of a tick by tick backtesting research platform, • Assisting in development and optimizing large-scale parallel computation problems that requires large quantities of data shared across resources, • Optimizing the computational efficiency of existing machine learning based algorithms to drive higher performance and faster learning rates, • Developing systems, interfaces and tools to historical market data and trading simulations that increase research productivity, • Creating tools to analyze data and generate insights that research decisions are based on Qualifications • Bachelor's, Masters or PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience), • A strong background in data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented programming in C++, • Brilliant problem-solving abilities, • The ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, • Strong communication skills, • Python and/or financial markets experience is preferred but not required Benefits Tower’s headquarters are in the historic Equitable Building, right in the heart of NYC’s Financial District and our impact is global, with over a dozen offices around the world. At Tower, we believe work should be both challenging and enjoyable. That is why we foster a culture where smart, driven people thrive – without the egos. Our open concept workplace, casual dress code, and well-stocked kitchens reflect the value we place on a friendly, collaborative environment where everyone is respected, and great ideas win. Our benefits include: • Generous paid time off policies, • Savings plans and other financial wellness tools available in each region, • Hybrid working opportunities, • Free breakfast, lunch, and snacks daily, • In-office wellness experiences and reimbursement for select wellness expenses (e.g., gym, personal training and more), • Company-sponsored sports teams and fitness events, • Volunteer opportunities and charitable giving, • Social events, happy hours, treats, and celebrations throughout the year, • Workshops and continuous learning opportunities At Tower, you’ll find a collaborative and welcoming culture, a diverse team and a workplace that values both performance and enjoyment. No unnecessary hierarchy. No ego. Just great people doing great work – together. Tower Research Capital is an equal opportunity employer.

Role: Embedded Software Engineer - Learn VHDL, FPGA & Xilinx Location: Newcastle + Hybrid Work from Home Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 DOE Are you an embedded software engineer looking for a unique opportunity to develop new and highly desirable skills? A leading business in the field of navigation and autonomy, based in Newcastle, is taking a proactive and innovative approach to address the shortage of engineers with VHDL and FPGA experience. They are offering an exceptional in-house training and development programme to help strong embedded software engineers learn and master VHDL, FPGA, and Xilinx technologies. This is a hybrid role in Newcastle, paying £45,000 - £55,000, and represents a genuine chance to gain a sustainable, future-proof skillset that is both niche and in high demand. KO2, with 18 years of recruitment experience, have rarely seen such a forward-thinking approach to tackling the skills shortage in this area. The company are leaders in navigation and autonomy, and they understand the limited number of dedicated VHDL and FPGA specialists available. Their solution is to invest directly in their people and the wider electronics community in Newcastle by training embedded software engineers internally in VHDL, FPGA, and Xilinx. This is an opportunity not only to join a cutting-edge business but to grow your skills in a field that commands excellent long-term pay and career prospects. Applicants should have e...

Enterprise Recruitment Limited is seeking a Senior FPGA Engineer for our Cambridge office. You will design and build real-time systems powering first-generation hardware, remaining hands-on to deliver immediate impact and helping scale FPGA capabilities as the team grows. The role requires 10+ years

A leading tech firm is seeking a Senior FPGA Engineer in Greater London. This role involves designing high-performance FPGA subsystems and optimizing high-speed interfaces crucial for the next-generation Optical Tensor Processing Unit (OTPU). The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of FPGA design

A leading technology organization based in North Somerset is seeking an experienced Senior Embedded Software Engineer to design and develop embedded software for advanced engineering systems.The ideal candidate will have strong experience with Linux-based platforms and real-time environments, collab

Senior Firmware (FPGA) Engineer Are you an experienced FPGA or firmware engineer looking to work on cutting-edge technology in defence, aerospace, and security? Do you want to be part of a highly skilled team designing systems that make the world safer? Then look no further… We're looking for a

VHDL/Verilog and FPGA toolchains (Intel Quartus, AMD Vivado). Design, implement, and verify FPGA firmware using VHDL/Verilog.

Design and implement FPGA subsystems and hardware modules for high-performance systems. FPGA design experience, including 3+ years working with high-speed interfaces and signal processing pipelines. We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior FPGA Engineer to design and implement the c

We are hiring across electronics, FPGA, mechanical, firmware, software, physics, HPC infrastructure, DevOps, and other engineering disciplines.

Saab UK in the BlueBear Business unit (Bedfordshire) seeks a Head of Electronics to lead the electronics design and prototyping team for digital, mixed-signal, processor and FPGA systems, ensuring DO‑254 compliance and safety-critical standards.

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior FPGA Engineer to design and implement the control and interface functions of our OTPU system. The position requires close collaboration across FPGA, ASIC, hardware, optical, and software teams. Design and implement FPGA subsystems and hardwar

Design, implement, and verify FPGA firmware using VHDL/Verilog. VHDL/Verilog and FPGA toolchains (Intel Quartus, AMD Vivado).

Senior FPGA Engineer - Permanent - Full Time (Mostly Onsite).

FPGA EngineerHybrid | Engineering & Software Development | Full-time | OxfordSalary: Up to £70,000. We are seeking a talented FPGA Engineer to join a pioneering quantum technology company in Oxford. Design, implement, and test FPGA systems and real-time DSP algorithms.

Senior FPGA Engineer sought to develop real-time FPGA systems.

FPGA Design Engineer needed for a 6-month contract, based in Stevenage.

Are you an ambitious FPGA Engineer, excited by the proposition of joining one of the fastest growing companies in Europe?The business has lots of capital, pays excellent salaries and is offering major equity to joiners in 2026. They are at an exciting stage of growth and looking for a Senior FPGA En

Senior FPGA Engineer sought to develop next-generation FPGA-based systems, requiring strong design skills and customer interaction.

Senior FPGA Engineer needed to design and implement RTL designs on high-end FPGAs for ultra-low latency systems, leading micro-architecture definition and team mentorship.

Are you a Furniture Design Engineer with ambition to join a leading global design house?.Are you looking to work on the most imaginative and bespoke projects where budget is not an issue?.On offer is the opportunity to join a company that has delivered excellence in Interior design and installation

We are creating the next-generation AI platform to support anyone who wants to help advancing humanity and improve the world around us.In just four years, we have raised a total of $120 million and have built a world-class team of 220+ employees (including 49+ PhDs with more than 40,000 citations),

In this decade, the world will create Artificial General Intelligence.There will only be a small number of companies who will achieve this.Their ability to stack advantages and pull ahead will define the winners.These companies will move faster than anyone else.They will attract the world's most cap

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world.Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive.We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the wor

Project Design Engineer (Solar PV).Trenton, New Jersey (Hybrid 1 day in the office)- remote if in North East area.Are you a Solar PV Design Engineer looking to step into a Senior Project Management role where you will be the go to Engineer delivering $multi-million projects and have an influential i

In this decade, the world will create Artificial General Intelligence.There will only be a small number of companies who will achieve this.Their ability to stack advantages and pull ahead will define the winners.These companies will move faster than anyone else.They will attract the world's most cap

Principal Design Engineer (Substations Protection & Control).Remote – Liverpool, Westhill, Newcastle.Certain Advantage is partnering with a leading construction company to recruit an experienced.You will engineer the control and protection designs for electrical substation projects up to a voltage

Are you passionate about safety and security? Since 1992, Clymac has been a leader in delivering fully integrated Fire & Security Systems across the UK.We’re looking for dedicated professionals to join our team and help us continue our mission of providing top-notch protection and peace of mind

We’re recruiting an Electronic Design Engineer to join a dynamic electronics company based in Littlehampton.The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electronic design, with hands-on experience in PCB layout and schematics, project management, and overseeing designs from concept throug

Are you passionate about safety and security? Since 1992, Clymac has been a leader in delivering fully integrated Fire & Security Systems across the UK.We’re looking for dedicated professionals to join our team and help us continue our mission of providing top-notch protection and peace of mind

Sector: Residential / Building Services.Our client is seeking an experienced Design Engineer to join their established team in Loughton.This role is crucial in ensuring technical compliance, enhancing our overall service, and maintaining high installation standards.The successful candidate will help

DOE (Limited Company) + Hybrid/Remote Working + Early Finish on Friday.Excellent opportunity for a Mechanical Design Engineer for an immediately available contract role working for a market-leading, international company.The company are a well-established, highly revered manufacturing company in the

World Class Defence Organisation based in is currently looking to recruit an.The role does require Zuken E3 experience.Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at ‘time and a quarter’.Stevenage, Bolton or Bristol – depending on your preference.The role will be a mix of on

As a proud B-Corp we focus on using business as a force for good.We do this by balancing out people and planet with profit.For every Mindful Chef recipe box bought we donate the equivalent of a school meal to a child in a less developed country (over 20 million meals donated and counting.Net Zero by