Network Systems Engineer

About Concurrent

We deliver mission-critical embedded computing solutions to operate in even the harshest of environments. Founded in 1985 to develop Multibus II boards, we’ve expanded our offering over four decades to become a trusted, reliable solutions provider in critical embedded applications.

We have a proven record of delivering technology to the world’s leading OEMs across industries including defence, telecoms, and aerospace. We operate facilities in Colchester and Theale in the United Kingdom and Woburn, MA and Los Angeles, CA in the United States.

Concurrent is a public company, quoted on AIM on the London Stock Exchange.

The Role

Our Systems engineering team develops innovative cutting-edge system solutions to solve complex integration challenges of high-speed digital systems. We're looking for an experienced Network Systems Engineer drawn to solving new problems, comfortable with thinking out of the box, has a proven history of successful innovation, and enjoys working on a team with like-minded individuals

What will I be delivering?

·        Develop and support our next-generation products

• o   Capable of architecting compelling systems based on Ethernet fabrics with capacity modelling and analysis

  o   Understanding of and ability to install, configure and test network systems

  o   Knowledge of layer 3 networking protocols and security capabilities

  o   Media conversion between internal and wider LANs

  o   Ability to communicate at all levels and to present potential solutions to customers

  o   Perform or support requirements clarification, digital design, troubleshooting, hardware/software interface definition, testing and documentation.

  o   Experience with various standard interfaces and protocols including VPX, Ethernet, Fiber Optic, USB, DP, DVI, Serial, and PCIe.

  o   Perform a wide variety of tasks including the design, development, and verification testing of Circuit Card Assemblies and FPGAs.

  o   Understanding of high-speed digital signals, signal integrity, noise management.

  o   Programming experience with FPGAs and CPLDs, Verilog, VHDL.

  o   Work with cross-functional project teams, consisting of digital/analog hardware, software, and mechanical engineers.

  ·        Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate technical risks with potential solutions

  o   Discover key issues & problems associated with a given application

  o   Evaluate and analyze test results, help debug and optimize system

  o   Discover key issues & problems associated with a given application

  o   Evaluate and analyze test results, help debug and optimize system

What’s in it for me?

If you are looking to join a small but growing team that will have a visible direct impact to the growth of the company, then this role is for you. This is an exciting role that will provide you with plenty of opportunities to drive developments and improvements in the department. You’ll be an integral part of the team where your knowledge and experiences are values and appreciated together with a team that is behind you all the way to provide the tools and support you need to be successful.

What do I need to bring with me?

• Experience with OrCAD, Word, Excel

• Experience developing Ethernet, PCIe, USB, DP, DVI, CPLDs/FPGAs,

• Familiarity working with Linux, Windows, VxWorks

• Bachelors in electrical/electronic degree or equivalent qualification.

Benefits for Working at Concurrent

• Health Insurance

• Principle 401K Plan

• 20 days’ vacation + 7 public holidays

• 5 sick/personal days per year

Work eligibility

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. To conform to U.S. Government export control regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or Department of Commerce.

Equal opportunity statement

Concurrent recognizes and actively promotes the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief. Discrimination on any of these grounds is expressly forbidden. We therefore welcome applications from all sections of the community.