Firmware Development Lead in Thales Group

4 days ago


Glasgow, Glasgow City, United Kingdom Thales Group Full time
Defence and Armed Forces Customers Rely on Us

As a leading provider of defensive systems for land, sea, and air, we deliver cutting-edge solutions that cover the entire battle-space. From early warning to threat neutralisation, our platforms offer comprehensive protection across all levels.

Firmware Architect (Hybrid)

We are seeking an experienced Firmware Architect to join our central Firmware team. This role provides integral support across multiple business domains, involving critical strategic, requirement, and delivery activities.

  • Lead firmware teams to deliver projects to agreed time, cost, and quality.
  • Verify firmware using Hardware Verification Languages or Hardware Description languages.
  • Design firmware using Hardware Description Languages.
  • Manage work packages for firmware projects.

About the Role

  • Collaborate with systems, software, and hardware engineers to develop electronic systems.
  • Work on diverse portfolios of projects, covering Aerospace/Avionics, Optronics, Intelligence, Communication, and Underwater Systems.
  • Utilise latest industry-class development tools for FPGA and SoC hardware technologies.

Desired Qualifications and Experience

  • Possess a relevant degree (BEng, MEng, EngD, PhD) in electronics or equivalent.
  • Familiarity with System Verilog or C++ for verification test bench architecture.
  • Experience with IBM Rationale DOORS for requirements management.
  • Digital electronic design skills in hardware development languages.
  • Implementation of complex designs using vendor-specific development tools.
  • LINUX development environments.

What We Offer

  • A salary range of £70,000 - £90,000 per annum.
  • Significant bonus opportunities.
  • A strong pension contribution.
  • Private healthcare.
  • Development-focused targets.
  • Relocation support if required.
  • Learning, development, and career enhancement opportunities.

Thales Group

We are committed to providing our employees with a supportive and inclusive environment that fosters growth and success. Our company offers a unique blend of defence expertise and innovative technology, making us an exciting place to work.



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