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**Job Description:****Firmware Engineer – FPGA Division – Dublin or Cork****Join us and help shape the future of low-power, secure, instant-on technology.
**If so, you'll love what we do.
** Who We Are**Our FPGA Division develops industry-leading low- and mid-range density FPGAs known for:* *******% lower power consumption*** **Advanced, built-in security features*** **Radiation immunity*** **Instant-on, non-volatile technology**Our devices enable high-bandwidth, high-reliability systems in **EVs, IoT infrastructure, aerospace, industrial automation, and defence**.
** What You'll Do**As a **Firmware Engineer**, you'll work alongside senior designers and architects to build the firmware at the heart of our FPGAs.
This is the code that brings our devices to life—controlling configuration, startup, runtime services, and cutting-edge security features.Expect to: Develop and maintain device firmware Help shape firmware architecture and design Work directly with hardware and verification teams Support silicon bring-up, debug, and validation Collaborate on advanced security protocols and cryptographic accelerators Use simulation and FPGA emulation for early firmware testingIf you're looking for a role where firmware and hardware meet—and where you can truly see the impact of your work—this is it.
** Why You'll Love This Role** **Great Career Growth Opportunity:** You'll gain visibility into almost every part of FPGA design and operation.
**Hands-on with hardware:** Tight firmware/hardware integration means you won't be stuck in abstract code—expect real firmware/hardware debugging.
**Cutting-edge security:** Work with cryptographic engines and secure boot features.
**High impact:** Firmware is central to our product—your contributions matter.
**Great mentorship:** Collaborate closely with experienced engineers invested in your growth.
**Career Development:** Avail of a wide range of personal, professional and technical development programs** Compensation and Benefits:** Competitive salary, bonus scheme, shares, health insurance, pension scheme with employer pension contributions, and more**Requirements/Qualifications:**** What You Bring*** ## Master's in **Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science**, or related field* ## 1-2+ years relevant industry experience preferable* ## Strong **C programming** skills* ## Familiarity with **assembly language*** ## Curiosity, problem-solving mindset, and strong communication skills* ## **You can demonstrate strong initiative and excel both independently and as part of a team*** ## Bonus points if you know **Verilog**, have used **logic simulators**, or have hands-on experience with **FPGAs** or lab equipmentIf you're excited by embedded systems, love understanding how hardware works, and want a role with growth, impact, and cutting-edge tech—you'll thrive here.
**Apply today and join a team shaping the future of secure, low-power programmable logic.
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