FPGA Designer for the Defense Industry
Linköping, Sverige
Type of Employment Full-time
Job position Systems Developer/Programmer
Work model On location
Application due date 24 November 2026
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Company Profile

AFRY is a leading European company with a global reach in engineering, design, and consulting. We are accelerating the transition to a sustainable society.

We are 19,000 dedicated experts in industry, energy, and digitalization, creating sustainable solutions for future generations.

Job Description

We are looking for someone who wants to join AFRY and work primarily with our clients in the defense industry. The need for expertise in FPGA is growing, and we need to expand our team. 

Our clients are global players in high-tech defense and security operations, active in air, land, and naval defense, civil security, and commercial aviation technology. They offer their clients effective solutions for surveillance, security, and decision support, as well as for threat detection and protection. Technologically, they are leaders in many areas and develop products and systems to deliver military capabilities, protect national security, and safeguard critical information and infrastructure.

To succeed in this role, it is important to be able to work in a structured manner and follow formal processes, as the development work is often security-critical. Regarding the development itself, you will primarily work on the design and, potentially, the verification of FPGAs. You are a key part of the development of the client’s future products. In this role, you will also be involved in other aspects of the development process, such as system engineering, requirements management, testing, and delivery.

Qualifications

As a person, you are communicative and creative, with a curiosity for new and exciting challenges. You also enjoy sharing ideas and collaborating with colleagues. You’ll have the opportunity to make your mark on the team’s success and deliver cutting-edge solutions. In your day-to-day work, you’ll contribute to a positive work environment and a strong sense of teamwork.

Since this position involves work subject to defense secrecy, you are required to undergo and pass a security clearance process that includes a background check. 

To succeed in this role, you must have:

  • A solid background with more than 3+ years of experience in FPGA development and/or verification—preferably both.
  • Strong knowledge of VHDL, and preferably also Verilog and/or SystemVerilog
  • Experience with multi-clock domains
  • Fluency in spoken and written Swedish and English is required.
  • Swedish citizenship
  • Residence in Sweden

We consider it a plus if you also have experience in:

  • System design
  • Test bench design
  • Work in security-classified operations
  • IP block configuration and verification
  • Backend work involving timing and optimization, Place & Route
  • Experience with sampling and high-speed boundary conditions
  • UVM or other test frameworks and test methodologies
  • Lab experience

Additional information

What do we offer you?  At AFRY, you’ll have the opportunity to work on varied and challenging projects alongside dedicated colleagues and experts in many technical fields.

At AFRY, you’ll have the opportunity to develop in an inspiring and innovative environment where you can grow both professionally and personally. We value our employees’ well-being and offer secure employment with excellent benefits. AFRY places a strong emphasis on professional development, and we provide both internal and external training to help you continue to grow in your field.  

  • 28 days of vacation, plus time off the day before Christmas Eve and a 1-day reduction in working hours
  • An individual professional development plan in your area of expertise
  • Competitive benefits regarding retirement, wellness, and parental leave as stipulated in our collective bargaining agreement
  • Company discounts with external partners through our benefits portal: Benify
  • Wellness allowance of 4,500&#sek/year
  • A vast network of technical experts

This position may be subject to security clearance requirements in accordance with applicable security regulations.

Application  The application deadline is October 15, 2026, but please feel free to submit your application earlier, as we review applications on an ongoing basis. 

Do you have questions about the position? Please feel free to contact me: 

Section Manager Per Järmark  +46 10 505 01 34 (tel:+46%2010%20505%2001%2034) per.jarmark@afry.com (mailto:per.jarmark@afry.com)

At AFRY, we drive change in everything we do. We believe that change happens when bold ideas come together, when we collaborate, drive innovation, and embrace creative solutions—that’s how we shape the future. We are constantly looking for qualified candidates who want to join our inclusive teams around the world. Join us and accelerate the green transition