Thermoteknix
FPGA Design Engineer
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Company Profile
Location: Waterbeach, Cambridge, UK
Department: Engineering
Reports to: Engineering Manager
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Company Profile
Thermoteknix Systems Ltd, founded in 1982 and based in Cambridge, is a world leader in thermal imaging, night vision, and augmented reality systems. Our award-winning technologies are trusted by defence, security, and industrial customers in over 70 countries. With in-house R&D, cutting-edge innovation, and a global reputation for quality, we design and manufacture solutions that perform in the toughest environments.
About You
You will be joining the FPGA Design Team and contributing modules to a library that is used across our product range. Experience with the cocotb Python library is desirable.
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You will be required to:
- Write timing constraints
- Understand timing reports
- Modify designs to close timing where necessary
We work with hardware, software, and mechanical engineers to bring new products to market.
Required Skills & Experience
- SystemVerilog
- Python
- RTL verification
- Writing timing constraints and ensuring these are met
- Design for low power
- Writing module specifications and reviewing drafts
- Code and documentation review
- Writing code for a library to a company coding standard
The role requires familiarity with:
- The Linux command line
- Version control software (SVN or Git)
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Personal Attributes
Committed to engineering best practices in FPGA code development. Able to work effectively within an established team, following existing frameworks, and contributing to the continuous improvement of team capabilities.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role.
Why us?
- Flexible working is considered with work from home up to 3 days per week
- Involvement in cutting-edge imaging technologies
- Collaborative working environment with strong technical expertise
- Training and career development opportunities
- Competitive salary and benefits package
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