FPGA Engineer

Salary: £40,000 - 40,000 per year

Requirements:

• Degree in a STEM subject ideally in Mathematics, Physics, or Electronics
• Working knowledge (2 years) of DSP algorithm development on FPGA architectures
• Experience using MATLAB/Simulink
• Experience using laboratory equipment for digital hardware/firmware design testing (Oscilloscopes, signal generators, and logic analyzers)
• Familiarity with industry-standard tools such as Vivado, Quartus, and ModelSim for simulation, synthesis, and implementation
• Knowledge of embedded Linux, bare-metal C drivers, or FPGA-based system integration (desirable)
• Knowledge of data framing, tagging, and high-throughput IQ data handling (desirable)
• Familiarity with Atlassian products (Jira/Bitbucket) for project and task management (desirable)
• Experience with C/C++ for embedded systems (desirable)
• Knowledge of EW systems and concepts, including radar systems (desirable)

Responsibilities:

• Implement FPGA architectures for RF signal processing
• Develop for RFSoCs and FPGAs, including integration with high-speed ADCs/DACs
• Support test and lab evaluation using signal generators, spectrum analyzers, and oscilloscopes
• Implement designs using VHDL, SystemVerilog, and MATLAB/Simulink HDL Coder
• Develop C/C++ software for deployment to embedded systems
• Use industry-standard tools such as Vivado, Quartus, and ModelSim for simulation, synthesis, and implementation

Technologies:

• Atlassian
• BitBucket
• Embedded
• FPGA
• Firmware
• Hardware
• Support
• JIRA
• Linux
• Matlab
• Security
• SystemVerilog
• VHDL

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We are MASS, an independent global technology company trusted by highly secure organizations to provide advanced digital services that manage data and keep information safe. With our heritage in defense, we offer robust solutions in sectors where security expertise is essential. We are growing our Electronic Warfare Operations Support Group in North Hykeham, Lincoln, and we take pride in our well-being programs and policies that support our employees, including mental health first aiders and extensive employee assistance programs. Join our team of over 60 specialists from diverse backgrounds and help us deliver technical excellence.

last updated 34 week of 2026