FPGA Engineer

Roke, Unit K, Elmbridge East, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom

Posted Thursday 26 February 2026 at 01:00

Great ideas come from different minds. That’s why we bring together engineers, scientists, analysts, and creatives from every background — and give them the trust, tools, and freedom to make a difference. What connects us is the mission: solving meaningful problems and building capability that protects what matters most.

And as the challenges evolve, so do we — working on the technologies that will shape tomorrow, not just today.

FPGA Engineer - National Security Business

Be part of a growing and highly trusted supplier into the NS domain working to deliver mission critical solutions helping to keep the nation safe, secure and prosperous. Working on leading edge technology solutions including AI/DS, Cyber, Cloud, Dev Ops/SRE, Platform Engineering

We have secured long term work, across the full spectrum, on the latest framework with our client, which provides the springboard for our ongoing growth and development in this domain, so join us on what will be an incredible growth journey.

• FPGA Design & Development:
  Design, simulation, synthesis, and implementation of digital logic circuits.
• DSP Algorithm Implementation:
  Develop, simulate, and optimize real-time DSP algorithms (e.g., FIR/IIR filters, FFTs, I/Q demodulation, mixers).
• Hardware Interfacing:
  Create and manage high-speed digital interfaces (ADC, DAC, PCIe).
• System Integration:
  Collaborate with embedded software, PCB design, and systems engineering teams to integrate firmware into the final product.
• Debugging & Lab Testing:
  Use oscilloscopes, spectrum analysers, and signal generators to validate designs in the lab.

• Technical Expertise:
  Proven experience in FPGA design (VHDL/Verilog) and DSP algorithm implementation.
• Languages:
  
  Strong command of VHDL/Verilog and MATLAB/Simulink.
• Software
  
  Skills:
  
  Embedded C/C++ or Python for testing, automation, and processor-based interaction.
• Knowledge Base:
  Understanding of digital communication theory, RF principles.

Built on over a 70 year heritage, Roke offers specialist knowledge in sensors, communications, cyber, and AI and ML. We change the way organisations think and act – through dynamic insights from the analysis of multiple layers of data. We take care of the innovative, technical stuff that keeps everyone safe – that’s our mission, passion, and motivation.

Where you’ll work…
Gloucester - Gloucester - You’ll find our Gloucester site in a business park two minutes from junction 11A of the M5;
The site allows easy access to our local customer base. Set on the outskirts of the Cotswolds, you are never far from a picturesque view or lunch time walk.

Clearances… Due to the nature of this role, we require you to be eligible and willing to achieve DV clearance.

Click apply, submitting an up-to-date CV. We look forward to hearing from you.