Senior FPGA Engineer

Job Description Job Title: Senior FPGA Engineer Description:We are hiring for our client who is seeking an experienced and innovative Senior FPGA Engineer to join their R&D team on site in Larne, Northern Ireland. This engagement offers a very competitive day rate and the opportunity to work on cutting-edge imaging and embedded systems. Please note: the Senior FPGA Engineer must attend site regularly to collaborate with the R&D team. The successful Senior FPGA Engineer will lead end-to-end FPGA design and development. From architecture definition to deployment, while driving verification, validation, and in-system testing to deliver robust, high-performance solutions.Top 3 Things to Know About this JobVery competitive day rateOn-site with the R&D team in Larne Exposure to cutting-edge FPGA work in imaging and embedded systemsThe RoleDesign, implement and optimise FPGA solutions for image/video processing pipelines using a mix of third-party IP and bespoke componentsDevelop FPGA architectures integrating microcontrollers/SoCs, high-speed interfaces and memory subsystemsTranslate system-level requirements into efficient, synthesizable HDL with IP/design reuse in mindImplement and optimise signal and image processing algorithms on FPGA platformsLead hardware testing, validation and system integration, including verification strategies and in-system testingProvide mentorship to junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement of FPGA methodologiesThe PersonDegree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering or related discipline (BSc/BEng/MSc/MEng)Proven track record delivering FPGA designs within complex digital systemsProficient in VHDL/Verilog/SystemVerilog and modern toolchains (e.g. Xilinx Vivado, Intel Quartus)Strong knowledge of timing closure, simulation, verification and hardware debugDesirable: experience with image/signal processing, SoC platforms (e.g. Zynq, Stratix, Agilex) and integration of high-speed interfacesComfortable working on site with cross-functional R&D teams; adaptable to a hybrid model after a successful embedThe RewardVery comp salary + benefits including bonus, private health care, etc (Day rate for contractors)Opportunity to work on advanced imaging and embedded FPGA projectsProfessional development and scope to lead technical initiativesSupportive, innovative culture encouraging collaboration and growthNext Steps - Why Hunter SavageFor further information, and to apply for this Senior FPGA Engineer 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 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.We reserve the right to heighten shortlisting criteria dependent upon the calibre of response

Created: 2026-03-08