Nu Quantum is seeking an early-career FPGA/Embedded Systems Engineer to design and verify real-time control systems for quantum networking applications. The role involves RTL and embedded development using Xilinx Zynq/Ultrascale devices, ARTIQ Sinara hardware, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Candidates should have foundational digital design and FPGA experience, with skills in SystemVerilog/Verilog/VHDL, hardware interfaces, and Python.
Key Highlights
Hands-on role developing cutting-edge quantum networking infrastructure.
Opportunity to work with Xilinx FPGAs, ARTIQ Sinara, and next-generation White Rabbit technology.
Full-time permanent position in Cambridge, UK with visa sponsorship available.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and verify RTL code in SystemVerilog, Verilog, VHDL and/or Migen for Xilinx Zynq and Ultrascale devices.
Design, develop, and verify embedded code in C/Rust.
Develop, debug and verify real-time control systems using ARTIQ Sinara hardware.
Collaborate with senior engineers to develop and verify hardware subsystems.
Contribute to the development of debugging tools to provide in-system debug visibility of real-time systems.
Contribute to design documentation, test plans and technical reports.
Contribute to automation of tool flows, CI/CD pipelines and automated release flows.
Collaborate with physicists, optical engineers, hardware and software engineers to define requirements and design appropriate solutions.
Technical Skills Required
FPGA Development
SystemVerilog/Verilog/VHDL
Python
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Benefits & Perks
Flexible working options
Private Medical and Dental Cover
28 days annual leave plus UK public holidays
1 month paid sabbatical after 4 years of service
On-site gym membership
Cycle scheme
Enhanced paid family leave policies
Option to purchase up to 5 days holiday per year
Nice to Have
Experience in low latency and/or real-time systems.
Experience debugging Arm or RISC-V CPU subsystems with GDB, debuggers and trace tools.
Experience writing embedded C or Rust.
Verification using Cocotb and/or SystemVerilog, including SVAs within verification testbenches and formal workflows.
Experience with RF signal generation and processing, including Direct Digital Synthesis (DDS) frequency synthesis techniques, RF communication protocols and modulation techniques.
Proficiency in working with high-speed DACs and ADCs for RF and mixed-signal applications.
Experience working with Linux.
Job Description
Full-time, PermanentCambridge, UKVisa Sponsorship availableNu Quantum is at the forefront of quantum computing and advanced technology, driven by innovation, diversity, and a commitment to excellence. We’re creating an environment where brilliant minds from all backgrounds collaborate to push the boundaries of what’s possible.Founded to commercialise research generated over the last decade at the Cavendish Laboratory, Nu Quantum is on a mission to shape the future of quantum information systems.
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