Digital Hardware Engineer

About us

Agap2 is a European IT and Engineering Consultancy, active in 14 countries with over 9.500 employees. The company was founded in Portugal and since 2014 we are based in the Netherlands with our Amsterdam office to provide our expertise to the Dutch market. Our employees are defined by the so-called "Agapian spirit", which is summarized in 5

Did you identify with what defines us? Then read on to find out more!

The position

As a Senior Digital Hardware Engineer at agap2, you take on the challenge within an international environment with a local focus. You will have the opportunity to work on various projects over the years, based on your experience and interests. Projects within industries such as Banking, Fintech, Telco, Retail, Sports, and Healthcare.

While working at Agap2, you are expected to share your knowledge while also having the opportunity to learn new technologies. We believe that sharing knowledge is the key to personal development. Our talent management program is tailor-made to give you the opportunity to develop and grow in your career, the way you envision it. Because we work with various customers, you are also expected to be able to adapt to different environments.

Key Responsibilities

Your main responsibility will be the validation of electronic functions implemented in digital and analog (LF) circuits realized on PCBs. This involves close collaboration with colleagues from power electronics, FPGA, software, PCB layout, and system integration disciplines.

• Validating prototypes in a lab environment
• Integrating hardware into a complex HW/SW radar platform
• Adapting the hardware design for pilot-level deployment
• Revalidating the system for final product release
• Hands-on validation and debugging of legacy digital hardware systems (early 2000s tech base)
• Ensuring functionality of systems using older communication protocols (e.g., PCI)
• Supporting PCB layout and hardware design improvements
• Performing simulations and system-level analysis using tools like ANSYS
• Participating in I/O generation and power design tasks
• Collaborating across disciplines in an agile, high-security environment
• Digital hardware design
• Power design
• I/O generation
• Simulation and analysis (ANSYS)
• Working with legacy protocols and systems

What you bring to the position

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering with a specialization in digital hardware
• Strong experience with schematic entry tools (Cadence)
• Proficiency with simulation and analysis tools: Ansys, Windchill, PSpice
• Programming experience in: C, Python, Bash
• Experience supporting PCB layout processes
• Creative, hands-on, and solution-oriented mindset
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Fluent in English
• Dutch nationality is strictly required - this is a "Dutch Eyes Only" project
• Eligible and willing to work on classified defense projects
• On-site presence is mandatory - remote work is not possible

What we offer

• Competitive Salary & Benefits: Including a laptop, mobile phone, full travel allowance and pension plan.
• Work-Life Balance: 25 vacation days, flexible working hours in a hybrid mode.
• Professional Growth: Weekly Dutch classes and a tailored talent management program with a financial budget to help you achieve your professional goals.
• Dynamic Culture: Diverse team activities from tech meetups to sports and social events.

Is there still room for fun? Of course! The combination of fun and development is essential in our team. A small impression: our team consists of more than 10 nationalities, we play paddle and regularly organize tech meetups, happy hours, drinks, and pub quizzes.

At agap2 we defend equality and value diversity. We create a safe, diverse environment where opportunities are equal for all employees. All candidates with skills matching the position are welcome to join us!