Senior FPGA Engineer; Contractors

Senior FPGA Engineer (Open to Contractors)

Job Title: Senior FPGA Engineer (Open to Contractors)

This role is part of our client’s R&D team based in Larne, Northern Ireland. It offers a competitive day rate and the opportunity to work on cutting‑edge imaging and embedded systems. The engineer will be on site regularly, with flexible remote options after a successful embedding period.

• Very competitive day rate
• On‑site with the R&D team in Larne (WFH flexibility may be considered after successful embed)
• Exposure to cutting‑edge FPGA work in imaging and embedded systems

• Design, implement and optimise FPGA solutions for image/video processing pipelines using a mix of third‑party IP and bespoke components
• Develop FPGA architectures integrating micro‑controllers/SoCs, high‑speed interfaces and memory subsystems
• Translate system‑level requirements into efficient, synthesizable HDL with IP/design reuse in mind
• Implement and optimise signal and image processing algorithms on FPGA platforms
• Lead hardware testing, verification and system integration, including verification strategies and in‑system testing
• Provide mentorship to junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement of FPGA methodologies

• Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering or related discipline (BSc/BEng/MSc/MEng)
• Proven track record delivering FPGA designs within complex digital systems
• Proficient in VHDL/Verilog/System Verilog and modern tool chains (e.g. Xilinx Vivado, Intel Quartus)
• Strong knowledge of timing closure, simulation, verification and hardware debug
• Desirable: experience with image/signal processing, SoC platforms (e.g. Zynq, Stratix, Agilex) and integration of high‑speed interfaces
• Comfortable working on site with cross‑functional R&D teams; adaptable to a hybrid model after a successful embed

• Very competitive salary + benefits including bonus, private health care, etc (Day rate for contractors)
• Opportunity to work on advanced imaging and embedded FPGA projects
• Professional development and scope to lead technical initiatives
• Supportive, innovative culture encouraging collaboration and growth

For further information and to apply for this Senior FPGA Engineer role, please contact Dominic Heron. Visit our website for a full list of opportunities in Engineering & Manufacturing. Hunter Savage is a specialist recruitment consultancy with deep sector insight across the UK & Ireland. We provide expert, confidential career advice and connect professionals with roles offering real potential for progress and growth.

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