FPGA Engineer

TEC PARTNERS LIMITED

Posted 4 days ago, valid for 24 days

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire CB2 8AG, England

£30,000 - £36,000 per annum

Full Time

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FPGA Engineer - Cambridge - Salary to £150,000

A cutting-edge startup in Cambridge is seeking a skilled FPGA Engineer to design, optimise, and deliver high-performance systems for ultra-low latency trading infrastructure. Join a dynamic team driving innovation in one of the most demanding and rewarding sectors of technology.

Role Overview

FPGA Development: Design and implement FPGA-based solutions for high-speed trading systems.
System Optimisation: Analyse performance bottlenecks and implement low-latency improvements.
Collaboration: Work closely with hardware engineers, software developers, and trading specialists to build fully integrated systems.
Testing and Debugging: Conduct rigorous testing to ensure reliability and peak performance in live environments.

What We're Looking For

Technical Expertise: Strong experience in FPGA design and development (VHDL/Verilog) and proficiency in tools like Vivado, Quartus, or similar.
Low-Latency Knowledge: Familiarity with low-latency systems, high-speed interfaces, and protocol optimisation (e.g., Ethernet, PCIe).
Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to diagnose and solve complex technical challenges.
Relevant Education: Degree in Electronics, Computer Engineering, or related field (Master's or PhD preferred).
Bonus Skills: Knowledge of C/C++ or Python for hardware/software integration and experience with financial trading systems.

Why Join Us?

Innovative Projects: Work on groundbreaking FPGA designs that redefine the limits of trading speed and reliability.
Start-Up Environment: Join a small, agile team with opportunities to make a real impact.
Career Development: Gain exposure to advanced technologies and cutting-edge industry practices.
Competitive Package: Competitive salary, equity options, and comprehensive benefits.
Location: Cambridge - a world-renowned tech hub with a vibrant innovation community.

TEC Partners are a recruitment agency dedicated to finding top talent for leading businesses. Get in touch with Daniel Cordy for more information.