Academic Work Finland Oy

FPGA Developer — Embedded Systems & Cybersecurity, Tampere / Oulu

  • Location Ylöjärvi
  • Posted 02.01.2026, 11:54
  • Closes 01.02.2026, 11:54
  • 01.02.2026, 11:54

FPGA Developer — Embedded Systems & Cybersecurity, Tampere / Oulu

About the role

This role combines programming, hardware design, and system-level understanding.
Your work will be versatile: sometimes you will dive deep into FPGA development, and other times youll work on embedded systems and software development. You will be part of a tight-knit and experienced team, but we are looking for someone who is proactive and capable of working independently.
This is an on-site position based in Tampere or Oulu.

You are offered

An opportunity to grow into an FPGA and embedded systems expert
The support of a small and relaxed team
Diverse projects where you can truly develop your skills
A modern technology stack and a chance to learn, for example, Rust

Work tasks

In this role, you will develop FPGA-based systems for high-end embedded devices, program in C and Rust, and build secure and efficient communication solutions. You will also get to work with modern tools such as Vivado, Quartus, and Cocotb.

We are looking for

– Has a solid understanding of Verilog, VHDL, or another HDL language
– Is familiar with C programming and embedded systems
– Is interested in FPGA development, communications, and/or cybersecurity
– Is ready to tackle hardware-related challenges but also enjoys software development
– Would like to learn more about Rust, Cocotb, or network protocols
– Has fluent English skills

It is meritorious if you have

Experience with Vivado, Quartus, or similar development tools
Knowledge of network protocols (Ethernet, UDP, IP)
Experience in verification (e.g., Cocotb, MyHDL)
Interest in hardware-based cybersecurity and cryptography:

Knowledge can be gained through education, experience or self-taught.

To succeed in the role, your personal skills are:
– Stress tolerant
– Orderly
– Assertive

Our recruitment process
This recruitment process is handled by Academic Work and it is our clients wish that all questions regarding the position is directed to Academic Work.

Our selection process is continuous and the advert may close before the recruitment process is completed if we have moved forward to the next phase. The process includes two tests: one personality test and one cognitive test. The tests are tools to find the right talent for the right position, to enable equality, diversity, and a fair process.

Employment relationship:Employment
Work start date:As soon as possible
Wage:Time rate
Number of positions:1
Source: Job Market Finland/Työmarkkinatori

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