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PhD Engineer (summer 2027 start)

ECM Selection Ltd.Guildford, Surrey🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 15 Sept 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This PhD Engineer role offers an exceptional opportunity to build innovative software-hardware systems for defense and security, with a competitive salary and a collaborative team environment. If you possess a PhD in a numerate discipline and strong programming or electronics skills, you'll thrive in this challenging and rewarding position.

Quick Overview

Salary
£46k/yr
Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Full Time
Work mode
On Site
Location
Guildford, Surrey, United Kingdom
Posted
14 hours ago
Embedded SystemsFPGAPCB DesignVHDL

Job Description

Build integrated software-hardware systems for defence and security industriesGuildford; to £46,000 DoE + Benefits
Are you a bright PhD graduate in an applied numerate subject? Do you have excellent skills in programming, algorithm design, hardware development or FPGAs? Are you quick to pick up new skills, and keen to take charge of complex and innovative technology projects from the word go? We may have just the challenge for you!

Projects span low-power embedded systems through to high throughput server applications and everything in between. These combine custom hardware with innovative software and offer unique technical challenges. Youll be joining a well-established multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers who foster a creative and welcoming environment. In short, a great place to start a career.

Note: This company is looking for candidates to start in the summer of 2027.

Requirements:
  • PhD in a numerate discipline with a strong supporting undergraduate degree (electronics, computer science, physics or similar) and A Levels including A*s in Maths and Physics
  • Algorithm development or programming skills in C or C++
  • Electronics skills such as PCB design, sensor integration or FPGA development
  • UK National

The company is based in modern offices with high-spec labs and prototyping facilities on site. With excellent transport links in the area, the company is easily commutable by train from either London Waterloo or surrounding Surrey area. For the top-drawer candidates who have what it takes to impress, an outstanding salary and benefits package is on offer.

Keywords: Software, Electronics, Physics, Maths, PhD, C, C++, PCB, FPGA, VHDL, Embedded, DSP, Algorithms, Signal Processing, Image Analysis, Cyber Security, Communications, Surrey

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