Job Description
Job Title: Senior FPGA Developer
Description
We are hiring for our client who is seeking an experienced and innovative Senior FPGA Developer to join their R&D team based in Larne, NI. This role is ideal for a highly skilled engineer with a strong background in FPGA-based system design, image processing algorithms, and embedded microcontroller SoC architectures. The Senior FPGA Developer will play a key role in end-to-end FPGA design and process development, from architecture definition to deployment, while also leading hardware verification and testing to deliver robust, high-performance solutions.
Top 3 Things to Know About this Job
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Highly Competitive salary and benefits package
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Opportunity to work on cutting-edge FPGA designs in imaging and embedded systems
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Innovative, collaborative, and supportive company culture
The Role
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Design, implement, and optimise FPGA solutions for image and video processing pipelines using 3rd party IP and bespoke components
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Develop FPGA-based architectures integrating microcontrollers, high-speed interfaces, image processing IP blocks and memory subsystems
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Translate system-level requirements into efficient, synthesisable HDL designs with design/IP reuse in mind
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Implement and optimise signal and image processing algorithms on FPGA platforms
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Lead hardware testing, validation, and system integration, including verification strategies and in-system testing
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Provide mentorship to junior FPGA engineers and contribute to continuous improvement of FPGA design methodologies
The Person
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Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field (Bachelor’s or Master’s)
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Proven track record of delivering FPGA designs in complex digital systems
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Proficient in HDL (VHDL/Verilog/SystemVerilog) and FPGA design toolchains (Xilinx Vivado, Intel Quartus, or similar)
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Strong knowledge of timing closure, simulation, verification, and hardware debugging tools
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Experience in image/signal processing algorithms, SoC platforms (Zynq, Stratix, Agilex), and integration of high-speed interfaces desirable
The Reward
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Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
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Exposure to cutting-edge FPGA projects in imaging and embedded systems
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Professional development opportunities and scope to lead technical initiatives
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Supportive, innovative company culture encouraging collaboration and growth
Next Steps – Why Hunter Savage
For further information, and to apply for this Senior FPGA Developer job, please contact Dominic Heron. Visit our website for a full list of opportunities in Engineering & Manufacturing. At Hunter Savage, we are a specialist recruitment consultancy committed to providing expert, confidential career advice. We reserve the right to heighten shortlisting criteria dependent upon the calibre of response
