FPGA Engineer at oxford-quantum-circuits-8

Location: Reading, England
Level: not_specified
Posted: Jul 28, 2026

Description

OQC is seeking an FPGA Engineer to develop FPGA-based solutions for quantum computing hardware, focusing on advanced electronics, precision timing, and high-performance system design. The role involves collaborating with various teams to create scalable, production-ready solutions for critical quantum technologies like QEC and microwave pulse generation.

Required Skills

Verilog
VHDL
Timing Constraints
Timing Closure
Board-Level Schematics
Instrumentation
Hardware Test Infrastructure
Laboratory Tools
Hardware Debugging
Git Workflows
CI/CD Practices

Additional Information

Required Previous Experiences: Experience developing FPGA solutions using Verilog and/or VHDL
Strong understanding of FPGA design flows, timing constraints, and timing closure
Experience building, modifying, and improving existing FPGA architectures
Knowledge of board-level schematics, instrumentation, and hardware test infrastructure
Hands-on experience with laboratory tools and hardware debugging
Ability to clearly communicate FPGA concepts across multidisciplinary engineering teams
Familiarity with Git workflows and CI/CD practices
Degree in Electronics or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience
Knowledge of ADC/DAC systems and integration
Preferred Qualifications: Experience with FPGA verification and test methodologies
Background in Digital Signal Processing (DSP)
Experience designing RF, SDR, or high-frequency applications
Experience developing low-latency systems within fintech or similarly performance-critical environments
Experience with Altera FPGA platforms
Electronics troubleshooting, PCB design, schematic capture, or board layout experience