Senior Firmware Engineer

Herefordshire Source: WhatJobs
£55,000–£65,000

YT Tech is recruiting on behalf of a premier defence and aerospace technology company to find a skilled FPGA / Firmware Engineer. Joining their dynamic R&D division, you will help design, verify, and integrate advanced embedded solutions for high-performance applications globally.

The Role

  • Design, verify, and debug embedded system and sub-system components.
  • Contribute to cutting-edge RF Signal Processing using modern FPGA technologies.
  • Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams (RF, DSP, Hardware) to integrate firmware seamlessly.
  • Develop test strategies for verification and full production testing.
  • Assist in capturing technical requirements and liaise with key technology suppliers.

Requirements

  • Proven background in FPGA and/or embedded firmware development across the full lifecycle.
  • Experience integrating, understanding, and debugging third-party RTL.
  • Strong skills debugging full embedded architectures (hardware, processor software, and FPGA firmware).
  • Analytical mindset with practical problem-solving ability in cross-functional engineering teams.
  • Must be eligible for UK Security Vetting (BPSS minimum required; UK residency rules apply).

Package & Benefits

  • Annual bonus scheme and regular reviews.
  • 25 days annual leave (plus service increments) & flexible working arrangements.
  • Private medical package, pension scheme, and health/wellbeing programmes.
  • Continuous training, casual dress code, on-site parking, and company social events.

To Apply: Submit your application to YT Tech today. Interviews are scheduled for the week of 7th September 2026, and early applications are highly encouraged. </p

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