Firmware Engineer
hace 2 días
Luton
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Contract Firmware Engineer to join a highly skilled engineering team based in Luton, working on complex, next-generation digital systems within a secure and technically challenging environment. This role offers the chance to work alongside experts at the top of their field, using world-class facilities to deliver cutting-edge firmware solutions that support demanding future customer requirements. What You'll Be Doing * Designing and delivering high-quality firmware for complex digital and FPGA-based systems * Translating system requirements into detailed firmware requirements and architectures * Developing firmware using model-driven engineering approaches (MATLAB/Simulink) * Working across the full development life cycle within a structured, safety-critical environment * Collaborating within multi-disciplinary teams, including systems, hardware, and software engineers What We're Looking For Essential Skills & Experience * FPGA and firmware design using tools such as Xilinx, TCL, Verilog, SystemVerilog, and UVM * Experience with FPGA architectures including Xilinx 7 Series, UltraScale, Intel (Altera), or Microsemi (Actel) * High-speed interfaces: PCIe, Ethernet, JESD * Model-driven engineering and auto-generated code (MATLAB/Simulink) * Structured firmware development approaches (eg RTCA DO-254 or similar) * Knowledge of cryptography and anti-tamper techniques * Exposure to AI techniques, including machine learning and genetic algorithms * Strong understanding of electronics test methods and equipment * Excellent verbal and written communication skills * Ability to work effectively within mixed-discipline team Qualifications * HNC/HND or Degree in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, AI, Games Programming, or similar (or equivalent experience gained through hands-on industry work) Security Requirements Due to the nature of the work: * Candidates must have 5 years UK residency * Must be eligible for full UK SC Security Clearance, ideally already SC cleared. Desirable * Previous experience within the defence industry Why Apply? * Work on technically complex, high-impact programmes * Collaborate with leading engineers in a secure, mature environment * Long-term contract potential on a stable programme of work * Opportunity to apply cutting-edge firmware, FPGA, and AI techniques Interested? Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion.