Firmware Engineering Manager, Randstad

Firmware Engineering Manager

Randstad

Location:

United Kingdom, Solihull

Category:

IT - Software Development

Contract Type:

Employment contract

Salary:

70000.00 - 80000.00 GBP / Year

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Job Description:

Firmware Manager - Solihull / Birmingham - Perm - Hybrid. The role involves leading a Firmware team with specialization in Motor Controllers and FPGA design. You will oversee the development of high-performance motor drive systems while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Strong foundational expertise in FPGA design, VHDL, and motor control systems is required.

Job Responsibility:

Lead a dynamic and ambitious Firmware team, driving innovation and excellence
Establish a strong foundation in FPGA design within the team
Oversee and manage complex work packages from concept to final product delivery
Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team to design and develop high-performance, world-class motor drive systems

Requirements:

A degree (or equivalent) in Electronics Engineering
Experience with FPGA tools & technologies (e.g., Microchip, Xilinx, SoC, ModelSim, MATLAB, Simulink)
Demonstrated expertise in FPGA design and verification (VHDL), including requirements capture, simulation and code coverage, synthesis, place & route, timing analysis & closure
Configuration management experience for complex FPGA designs
Strong collaboration skills across engineering disciplines
Proven ability to lead and deliver multiple concurrent, complex work packages
Hands-on leadership in FPGA design, prototyping, verification, and DO-254 compliance
Ability to develop and mentor a high-performing engineering team, fostering innovation and technical excellence

Nice to have:

5+ years of FPGA/ASIC experience in a leadership role (Manager, Team Lead, or Principal Firmware Engineer)
Understanding of Agile methodologies (SCRUM, Kanban)
Knowledge of Model-Based System Engineering (MBSE) and SysML
Experience with communication protocols, DSP, or VLSI math functions
Expertise in SoC design targeting FPGA or ASIC
Background in applying control laws to FPGA applications
Understanding of motor control systems and sensing components (LVDT, Resolvers)
Experience in aerospace or military-grade designs compliant with RTCA/DO-254

What we offer:

Competitive salary
Flexible and hybrid working options with a family-friendly approach
State-of-the-art facilities and laboratories in a central, accessible location
Life insurance and private health insurance
Excellent corporate pension plan (2:1 matched contribution up to 10%)
25 days annual leave, plus the option to buy/sell up to 5 days
Career development opportunities
Half-day Fridays
Support with relocation

Additional Information:

Job Posted:

April 12, 2025

Expiration:

April 25, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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