FPGA Engineer - Selby Jennings

FPGA Engineer - London / Amsterdam

Our client is a highly sophisticated, technology‑driven quantitative trading firm operating at the forefront of global markets, where ultra‑low latency systems define competitive edge. They are looking to hire a talented FPGA Engineer to design and optimise next‑generation trading infrastructure, working across complex FPGA architectures that power real‑time decision making. This is a rare opportunity for an FPGA Engineer to build high‑performance FPGA solutions from the ground up, directly impacting live trading systems in a fast‑paced, globally distributed environment.

They are seeking an experienced FPGA Engineer who thrives in a performance‑critical environment and is excited by solving deeply technical challenges at scale. You will work alongside elite engineers and researchers, developing cutting‑edge FPGA designs and reusable IP that can be deployed globally. The role offers exceptional exposure to high‑speed systems, collaboration across hardware and software teams, and the chance to push the limits of what's possible with modern FPGA technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and verify RTL implementations for latency-critical trading systems
• Develop reusable FPGA IP blocks deployable across multiple hardware platforms
• Integrate FPGA designs within a broader low-latency trading stack
• Build automation scripts to optimise workflows and development cycles
• Collaborate closely with software engineers, researchers, and systems teams

Key Skills

• Strong experience in FPGA/ASIC design and verification
• Proficiency in SystemVerilog, Verilog, or VHDL
• Solid understanding of digital design and hardware architecture
• Experience developing scalable, reusable IP components
• Hands-on knowledge of EDA toolchains
• Strong C++ skills
• Familiarity with scripting (Python, TCL, Bash)
• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
• Exposure to high-speed networking, transceivers, or packet processing (preferred)