Our client based in Guildford are looking for candidates who must have a strong academic background typically with a first class degree or PhD in a numerate subject such as physics, engineering or maths. We look for candidates with the aptitude to learn quickly and take on our customers most challenging problems. We help our staff develop the skills they need through on-the-job training coupled with readily available support and guidance The Candidate: be self-motivating, capable of working independently have a good (1st/2.1) first degree or a PhD in a numerate discipline have a strong academic background typically including A ''s in A-level Maths and Physics have strong verbal and written presentation skills have knowledge of at least one of the following areas: FPGA development in VHDL PCB design and layout software development in embedded C/C++. The candidate will be responsible for: simulating and implementing signal, image, or data processing algorithms in VHDL for FPGAs designing PCBs using FPGAs, SoCs, high speed network interfaces and analogue/RF signal filtering performing schematic capture using OrCAD managing PCB layout, fabrication and assembly subcontractors setting to work PCBs including writing test firmware and software developing Linux device drivers for hardware. Excellent benefits package. Background security check will be required before working on site.