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IC Resources is excited to be supporting an innovative quantum hardware company in Oxford, pioneering the development of the world’s fastest quantum random number generator for cybersecurity. They are currently looking to grow their team, and as part of this growth they are looking to add an FPGA Engineer to their design team. The company offers a collaborative and intellectually stimulating atmosphere, with opportunities for growth, professional development, and hands-on work with groundbreaking tech. As an FPGA Engineer, you’ll have the chance to work on projects at the forefront of quantum hardware, from prototyping to production, impacting industries like cybersecurity, high-performance computing, and communications. The FPGA Engineer will be working in an award-winning environment with cutting-edge technology, shaping the future of encryption. FPGA Engineer Responsibilities: • Design and implement FPGA systems (VHDL/Verilog) for signal processing, data acquisition, and control. • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to refine FPGA architecture. • Develop and test communication protocols (Ethernet, PCI, USB, etc.). • Optimise performance, power, and resource utilisation of FPGA designs. They are looking for an FPGA Engineer with the following Skillset: • Experience in FPGA design and hardware interfaces. • Proficiency in VHDL/Verilog and FPGA architectures (Xilinx, Intel, Microsemi). • Developing and implementing communication protocols. • Writing in C/C++. • Running simulations using tools such as QuestaSim or Modelsim. • Signal Processing and Algorithm development experience. If you’re considering a change and looking for a new challenge, then please apply today to learn more! If you would like to find out more about this FPGA Engineer role and other FPGA opportunities across the UK and Europe, please contact Sam Cruse at IC Resources.

Firmware Engineer Be part of the growing Firmware team for a pioneering technology firm specialising in high-speed optical communications. Headquartered in Madrid, Spain They are renowned for their cutting-edge developments in gigabit connectivity solutions. The firm leverages advanced plastic optical fiber (POF) technology to deliver robust, cost-effective, and high-performance communication systems. These solutions are particularly advantageous in automotive, industrial, and home networking applications, where reliability and speed are paramount.. Firmware Engineer Responsibilities As a member of the R&D team, you will be responsible for developing embedded firmware for the company's integrated circuit microprocessors and creating test programs for production testing, some other tasks include: • Developing continuous integration tests for microprocessor firmware during ASIC prototyping. • Contributing to the development of technology evaluation vehicles and software development kits. • Participating in the specification and review of PCBs used for production testing of the company's products. Firmware Engineer Background: • • Experience in embedded programming - C/C++ and assembler. • • Knowledge of Real Time Operating Systems • • Basic understanding of PCB schematics. If this position or similar Embedded roles across Spain is of interest then please reach out to Harry Hansford

Lead Software Engineer £80,000 - £90,000 & hybrid working! My client is embarking on developing the next-generation of Fixed Wireless Access products based on 5G air interface standard in the mmWave frequency bands. They are looking for a Lead Software Engineer to be responsible for the creation of a Network Management System application that supports configuration, monitoring and management of the network elements, to allow for fine-grained control over the operation and management of the network. You will be spearheading the development of the NMS application and planning tool whilst managing a team of software engineers. They are looking for someone who's looking to take their career to the next level, collaborating across the business to collectively achieve company goals. Someone who is keen on working in a fast-paced, start-up-like environment and to take ownership of a vital application. What's required for this Lead Software Engineer position? • Track record of senior technical leadership within a customer facing online platform environment • Proficiency in C++, C# or Java (OOP) • Experience with build tools and environments • Experience in leading the development of MVPs and bringing products from concept to market • Strong communication, collaboration and problem-solving skills • Knowledge of 5G/LTE/WAN or previous experience developing an NMS is advantageous If you are a Lead Software Engineer, looking for an exciting opportunity within a growing organisation, please apply to learn more! If you are interested in this or other software roles across the UK, please contact Jack Bird.

A new opportunity has arisen for a Senior Director of Engineering to join a multi national company innovating high performance Analog semiconductors to help power the Wireless networking revolution! The Senior Director of Engineering will join the San Jose, California design center and will lead a growing team of engineers responsible for modules designs. You will be responsible for defining architectures, driving feasibility studies, meeting aggressive customer development schedules with best-in-class performance and best cost. This combination of goals requires exceptional technical, business, interpersonal, developmental and inspirational leadership skills, combined with a natural desire to win through innovation, teamwork and execution at all phases. You will have direct customer engagement and will be involved with discussing technical roadmaps, hence a strong understanding of the design process is required and a background in hands on Analog and/or RF IC Design is highly valuable. This position requires strong cross-functional team building skills. The culture is designed to promote fast decision making and a sense of individual ownership so you will have the opportunity to make a difference at the company and BU level in this role. You must have an excellent understanding of high efficiency, low-cost power amplifiers and integrated RF front-end multi-chip modules (PAs, acoustic filters/duplexers, antenna RF switches, couplers, LNAs and all associated impedance matching) for the cellular mobile communications market. You must possess cross-functional leadership and customer interface skills and have demonstrated excellent communication skills and a passion for technical team leadership and development. Responsibilities include: • Leadership of multiple module designs (you will need to serve as the customer interface as well ensure that program development is on track) • Detailed architecture, floor planning, cost estimation • Resource allocation • Drive design methodology improvements, best practice adherence • Ensure new team members are properly trained and mentored, and all team members are developing to their full potential • Work closely with the product leads to ensure they have the necessary resources to meet critical goals • Participate in the recruiting, interviewing, hiring and on-boarding activities • Provide regular updates to Senior Management on progress toward meeting our goals • Facilitate and lead detailed technical discussions with different customers to define architectures, drive rapid feasibility studies, and support system studies Industry degree qualified the successful Senior Director of Engineering will have a minimum of 15 years’ relevant experience relating to Analog/RF IC Design and a minimum of 6 years of technical leadership / team management experience. Experience is also of interest in the areas of RF Module Design, EM/MCM and Validation. The company has a strong focus on global collaboration and the freedom to make meaningful contributions in a setting that encourages creativity and out-of-the-box thinking. Their work culture values diversity, social responsibility, open communication, mutual trust and respect. Contact Leon at IC Resources today to apply and find out more

Our Sedgefield based client is currently searching for an Assembly Process Engineer to cover all aspects of product assembly with a focus on high volume automated die attach and wire bonding assembly equipment. The role will involve developing and maintaining all equipment and processes within the manufacturing area, as well as providing high level technical support for yield improvement. Liaising with equipment suppliers will be an important part of the role. Required skills for the Assembly Process Engineer will include: • Semiconductor assembly manufacturing process and equipment experience • Detailed knowledge of die attach and wire bonding processes • Process improvement knowledge • Strong communication skills • Relevant Engineering Degree (or equivalent) Please contact Rachel Anderson for further details.

Our exciting new start-up client is currently searching for a Material Scientist to be responsible for developing optical devices. The role will involve supporting the R&D of novel GaN devices for optical semiconductor device applications, through performing structural, electrical, and optical experiments and data analysis. Contributing to the development of GaN devices will be required as well as contributing to the design of LED device structures. Required skills for the Material Scientist will include: • Characterisation experience with semiconductor devices • GaN knowledge and experience • Characterisation technique knowledge TEM, AFM, SIMS • Good interpersonal and effective communication skills • Educated to Ph.D. Level in a relevant field such as Semiconductor Devices, Physics or Materials Please contact Rachel Anderson for further details.

Our Sedgefield based client is currently searching for a Semiconductor Process Technician to join the fab process engineering team. The role will involve working with the team to develop and maintain fab processes within a clean-room environment. Supporting the company's materials and test engineering teams will be required to process substrates allowing parametric and reliability testing of the devices. Inputting data into SPC charts for inline metrology and measurement will be required. Required skills for the Semiconductor Process Technician will include the following: • Semiconductor process experience within a clean-room environment • Process metrology experience desirable • Strong communication skills • Experience of working in a cross functional team Please contact Rachel Anderson for further details.

A great opportunity for an engineer with a strong III-V semiconductor background to join an exciting team in Valencia. As a Lead III-V PIC Designer you will lead the development and design of the optical amplifiers and active components within the company. Skills necessary • Active component design and simulation experience in a research or industrial setting • Experience working on the development of Semiconductor optical amplifiers • Experience in silicon photonic component design • Experience with Tape-out and foundry PDKs • Fluency in English If you have experience in the above, please make this clear in your CV. For information or to apply for the Lead III-V PIC Designer vacancy, please contact Phil Wright.

A fantastic opportunity for a Principal Scientist to join a well-established team photonics in Eindhoven. This Scientist would be expected to lead from experience in the field of Indium Phosphide based Photonic-integrated Circuits (InP PICs) and report directly to the CTO. Skills necessary: • A proven track record working in the industry with InP PICs • Able to support the modeling and characterisation to optimise the PDK • Experience with PIC Design for communications or range-finding systems • Ability to work between multidisciplinary teams • Experience in strategic planning and aiding in technology road mapping If you have experience in the above, please make this clear in your CV. For information or to apply for the Principal Scientist vacancy, please contact Phil Wright at IC Resources.

Join an exciting start-up within cellular broadband networks - Cambridge Want the chance to pioneer the next generation of cellular broadband networks, transmission equipment whilst working with some of the biggest names within the telecom world? As a Senior Embedded Software Engineer, you will develop the embedded software roadmap, ensuring deliverables and milestones are achieved whilst ensuring high quality performance throughout a variety of features for an exciting product line. The successful Senior Embedded Software Engineer will get the chance to take design specifications for customer feature development all the way through to production, giving you the chance to work on the full software development lifecycle. For this Senior Embedded Software Engineer, we are looking for someone with: • Embedded Software programming using C and C++ • Knowledge of Embedded Linux platforms • Core knowledge centred around wireless communications, ideally within the cellular space (3G, 4G, 5G) • Background within embedded software development, with some knowledge of basic electronics What Next? If you’re an Embedded Software Engineer looking for an exciting new challenge within a great company, then please apply today to learn more! For more information on this role, or any other jobs across; Embedded, Firmware, C++ Programming, Linux Kernel, Device Driver Development, then please contact me, Callum Allen today.

Lead Physical Design Engineer - Paris This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Physical Design Engineer to join a fabless Semiconductor company who design highly integrated mixed signal products which are used in a range of markets such as wireless communications, defence, and aerospace. In this role you will work at chip and block level to help achieve state of the art integrated circuits in their CMOS technology. Located in Paris there is always something to do whether it be looking at the Cities famous Architecture, visiting one of their many parks and gardens or visiting on of their theatres or bars. Paris also has excellent public transport links for within the city to get to neighbouring countries, so you can explore everywhere, and you won’t even need a car! Requirements: • A Masters of PhD in Electrical Engineer or a related field • 10+ years of hands-on experience • Past experience mentoring junior Engineers • Experiencing working across the whole flow from RTL2GDSII • Background in digital electronic and signal processing • Knowledge of digital hardware descriptive languages such as VHDL or Verilog • Experience working in Mixed- Signal IC’s is highly desirable • Experience with Cadence or Synopsys tools • Must be able to fluently communication in English (oral and written) My client also has also has several other sites in France so location won’t be an issue. For more information on this role or others then please contact Jordan Browne at IC Resources on+ 44 (0)118 907 3075.

Senior/Staff Physical Design Engineer - Nijmegen or Enschede I am looking for experienced Physical Design Engineers to come and join a client in the Netherlands! This is a fantastic opportunity to join a Global company that develops ICs for a huge range of markets including cloud computing, consumer, and automotive. Due to company growth, they are now looking to expand their Physical Design team. As a Physical Design Engineer, you will work across all aspects of Physical Design, designing products that are used in power management and mixed-signal functions. Requirements • Bachelors or Masters in Electrical Engineering or a related field • Proven experience with 4+ successful tapeouts • Knowledge of the entire PD flow from netlist to GDS (Floorplanning, Power planning, Placement & Optimisation, CTS, Routing, Post route optimisation, and DRC closure). • Experience in logic synthesis, conformal, static timing analysis, and Place and Route (PnR) • Ability to work independently • Experience using industry-standard tools • Fluent in English (written and verbal) This client also has offices in Spain and Portugal and is happy for Engineers to be based at these sites as well if desirable. For more information on this role or others then please contact Jordan Browne - [Telephone number removed] .

STA/Timing Engineer - Lausanne I am looking for an STA/Timing Engineer to come and join a client in Lausanne. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fabless Semiconductor company that has several sites across and is now looking to grow its Physical Design team. They are a pre-IPO company that specialises in high-speed bus transfer in wireless communications and are already challenging established tech giants within the industry. This client also has sites in Germany and the UK and is happy for Engineers to be based at one of these sites if preferred. Requirements: • Experience with block and chip level STA • Good knowledge of the complete RTL-GDS flow • Experience with SDC constraints • Experience with EDA tools such as Tempus, Genus and LEC • Proved experience in 7+ successful tapeouts If you are interested in finding out more about this opportunity or others then please contact Jordan Browne

Working for a global leader in semiconductor products for a variety of complex, high-speed products; including security and high-speed communications IP. Senior ASIC Design Verification Engineer €70-90k plus package (bonus, relocation, RSUs) Visa sponsorship is available for the right candidate / applicant / engineer. Requirements: • Degree / Masters / PHD qualified in Electronics / Micro-electronics / Physics or similar related fields • 8-10+ years' design verification experience of high-speed or security related IP • Multiple project / tape-out experience of complex digital products • UVM environments / libraries / test-benches for complex IP • Fluent English language & communication skills Additional / bonus / \"nice-to-have\" skills • Work experience in Europe • FPGA design / verification / implementation / prototyping • emulation • formal methods / formal verification / SVA - system verilog assertions / jasper gold / onespin • Serdes / PCIe / USB / ethernet

Working for a major US semiconductor manufacturer, comes this critical role as senior digital designer, in shaping the direction of critical IP for complex digital-AMS ASIC solutions. You will be part of a global team tasked with the design and development of existing and brand new products. Taking a major hold in a niche market, and having a unique opportunity to work across the full flow. The desired applicant for the role of senior digital designer will have strong front end digital design knowledge, as well a broad understanding of the whole digital design flow. Requirements: • Degree / Masters / Doctorate in electronics, micro-electronics, physics or similar related field • 5-10+ years industry experience of challenging ASIC projects and their successful tape-out / delivery • Front end digital design knowledge & fundamentals - RTL coding and IP development in verilog • Understanding of analog / mixed-signal chips or IP - ADC / DAC interfaces, PLL etc • Synthesis, static timing analysis (STA), timing constraints • physical implementation and and understanding of physical design / back-end processes • scripting & software coding skills - python, C, system C Bonus / \"nice-to-have\" skills • DFT - scan insertion • modelling / simulation in matlab / simulink • DSP, signal-processing • UVM verification - system verilog, creating test benches, assertions, formal methods • low-power constraints, UPF Excellent salaries, benefits, stocks, bonus, and visa sponsorship are all available for the correctly qualified candidate. Please send your CV to learn more and arrange a call.

Exciting opportunity to work on the latest cutting edge RISC-V technology in the semiconductor industry. In this new role as senior digital verification engineer you will have the opportunity to contribute to advanced technology nodes, consisting of RISC-V designs and architecture. I am looking to speak with digital verification engineers with 5+ years of experience - who have the following skills: Required: • Masters or PHD degree in Electronics / Microelectronics or similar field • 5+ years' experience in UVM environments & process • ASIC / FPGA development • System Verilog for IP / SOC Verification of digital ICs / ASIC IP or chips • complex ASIC designs & architecture for advanced technology nodes • Verification Metrics definition, Coverage analysis and debugging skills. • Knowledge and experience on setting up an ASIC Verification environment, methodology and flow. • vManager, vPlan and Regressions, etc. • Digital Test Plan definition / creating / set-up test benches • scripting / coding skills - C/C++, python etc. Bonus skills • RISC-V / CPU / GPU (this is a bonus, not required) • Knowledge of SOC verification is also a bonus ***Visa sponsorship can be offered if required (dependent on experience/qualifications)***