Senior FPGA Engineer

Overview

Senior FPGA Developer - We are hiring for our client who is seeking an experienced and innovative Senior FPGA Developer to join their R&D team based in Larne, NI. This role is ideal for a highly skilled engineer with a strong background in FPGA-based system design, image processing algorithms, and embedded microcontroller SoC architectures. The Senior FPGA Developer will play a key role in end-to-end FPGA design and process development, from architecture definition to deployment, while also leading hardware verification and testing to deliver robust, high-performance solutions.

The Role

• Design, implement, and optimise FPGA solutions for image and video processing pipelines using 3rd party IP and bespoke components
• Develop FPGA-based architectures integrating microcontrollers, high-speed interfaces, image processing IP blocks and memory subsystems
• Translate system-level requirements into efficient, synthesisable HDL designs with design/IP reuse in mind
• Implement and optimise signal and image processing algorithms on FPGA platforms
• Lead hardware testing, validation, and system integration, including verification strategies and in-system testing
• Provide mentorship to junior FPGA engineers and contribute to continuous improvement of FPGA design methodologies

The Person

• Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field (Bachelor's or Master's)
• Proven track record of delivering FPGA designs in complex digital systems
• Proficient in HDL (VHDL/Verilog/SystemVerilog) and FPGA design toolchains (Xilinx Vivado, Intel Quartus, or similar)
• Strong knowledge of timing closure, simulation, verification, and hardware debugging tools
• Experience in image/signal processing algorithms, SoC platforms (Zynq, Stratix, Agilex), and integration of high-speed interfaces desirable

The Reward

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
• Exposure to cutting-edge FPGA projects in imaging and embedded systems
• Professional development opportunities and scope to lead technical initiatives
• Supportive, innovative company culture encouraging collaboration and growth

Next Steps - Why Hunter Savage

For further information, and to apply for this Senior FPGA Developer 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 committed to providing expert, confidential career advice. We reserve the right to heighten shortlisting criteria dependent upon the calibre of response