Principal Software Engineer (Digital RF) – £70k – Watford

My client is looking for a Principal Software Engineer (Digital RF) to join their exciting team who are global leaders in all RF Distribution and Satellite communications

The role will suit someone with a strong background in embedded software running on FPGA. You will probably have worked in software radio, or related discipline. A pragmatic approach to the implementation of such equipment is essential, along with a solid understanding of real-world constraints.

You will be responsible for implementing communications software as part of a small agile team. The target environment is a Linux based core within a mixed signal FPGA. You will be capable of writing highly accurate and efficient code. You will enjoy the challenge of bringing new technologies to fruition

The main skills needed for Principal Software Engineer (Digital RF) in this role are:

• Relevant degree with minimum of 4 years industry experience
• High-rate packet processing
• Design and develop a range of modules and equipment for digital IF.
• Writing this software in C, C++, or Rust in a Linux environment
• Software development and test
• Update and / or creation of Linux device drivers
• Testing and debug of code on target hardware
• Developing test software and drivers to support unit, integration, and system testing
• Integration of software with IP blocks, both COTS and in-house authored

Experience in the following would be advantageous:

• Verilog / System Verilog / Formal Methods
• Digital Radio / GNU radio
• Continuous Integration (CI)
• Experience of SDR protocols such as VITA-49
• Agile methodology
• Writing and modifying Linux device drivers

What’s on offer:

• Salary up to £70,000
• An Annual Christmas Bonus Is Also Available
• 25 Days Holiday
• Subsidised Lunches (With Free Fruit Available Daily)
• Free Gym
• Pension Scheme (available from start of employment)
• Life Insurance Policy
• Death Inservice (4x basic salary)
• Salary Sacrifice Options
• 5 Hr Standard Working Week
• Modern Comfortable Work Environment
• Free Eye Tests
• Flu Vaccination
• Free Car Park

My client can offer a 3-stage process consisting of a 1^st stage Video Call and a 2^nd Stage Technical/Architecture and 3^rd Stage Onsite interview process can be complete within 2 weeks (based on availability)

If you are interested in this role, please apply to this role with your CV attached.