FPGA/ASIC Architect - Space - Toulouse

About the company

CS, a subsidiary of the Sopra Steria group, is a leading technological player in the design, integration, and operation of critical systems. Present in 7 countries with more than 2,600 passionate employees, we operate at the heart of sovereignty, security, and performance challenges, in strategic sectors such as defense, space, energy, industry, transport, aeronautics, and cybersecurity.

Our difference? Unique expertise in real-time systems, sovereign and sustainable solutions, and a strong culture of innovation, driven by 15% of our turnover invested in R&D. We support our clients in the success of their most complex programs, from air traffic control to anti-drone warfare, including nuclear systems and satellite control centers.

By joining CS, you are joining a human and innovative company.

• We deliver much more than systems, we build trust.
• We go beyond expressed needs, we prepare for tomorrow's challenges.
• More than just experts, we shape innovation.

Explore, observe, secure the space of tomorrow.

With 50 years of expertise, our Space Business Unit is a trusted partner of space agencies, prime contractors, and satellite operators across Europe. With recognized know-how, it actively contributes to strengthening the performance, security, and innovation of the space ecosystem. Our teams bring their expertise across the entire mission lifecycle: Earth observation, navigation and telecommunication systems, science and interplanetary exploration, Space surveillance and security. Driven by AI and our sovereign solutions, we push the technological boundaries of European space programs every day.

Joining this Business Unit means shaping the future of space alongside passionate experts.

Our singularity? The unique alliance between technological expertise, critical projects, and human commitment. An innovative and responsible company, we build an ethical, inclusive, and future-oriented environment. Open to all talents, we believe that diversity is an asset.

Your tasks

We are recruiting an FPGA/ASIC Architect to join our Space Business Unit within the On Board Software activity management. This entity develops embedded software for satellites. We work for both traditional space players and Newspace.

_Your missions_ As part of the development of our space expertise, we are building a specialized team in the design of embedded digital systems around FPGA, ASIC, and SoC technologies. Our ambition is to support major players in the space sector and offer high value-added services, through technical assistance and fixed-price contracts.

For this mission, you will work within the teams of our client, a major player in the field. You will contribute to a development program for a next-generation telecommunication satellite constellation.

• Define the general architecture of the solution
• Be a source of proposals regarding technical trade-offs and performance (consumption, robustness, signal integrity...)
• Specifically define sensitive or complex functions/blocks
• Coordinate the designers' activity within the scope and participate in architecture reviews
• Participate in project reviews/milestones
• Provide advice to the project management in case of major issues

Requirements

_Technical environment_

• Linux environment and scripting languages (shell, python…)
• Configuration management
• VHDL, Verilog, system C…
• FPGA Xilinx, Microchip, Intel…
• Technical English

With a Master's degree (Bac+5) from an engineering school or equivalent in the field of digital electronics, you have at least 5 years of experience in the definition and optimization of complex digital architectures.

You are able to convey your technical choices and unite a team around their implementation, ensure the consistency of developments, as well as analyze and solve technical problems.

Are you recognized for your interpersonal skills, with a strong sense of results and respect for commitments? Then you are the gem we are looking for!

What we offer

At CS, we offer

• An enriching employee experience, driven by a work environment designed to promote flexibility, autonomy, and daily well-being.
• A complete integration process designed to onboard every talent from day one and an Academy to develop your skills, enrich your expertise, and build professional paths that suit you.
• A strong societal commitment: more than 3,000 associations supported, an active disability policy, an inclusive culture, a responsible digital approach, and partnerships like Elles bougent to inspire the female talents of tomorrow.

…and many other benefits to discover by joining us!

How to apply

The next steps If your profile matches, you will be invited to a technical interview with one of our Operational Managers, to discuss your skills and your vision of the profession. You will then meet Elodie or Laura for an exchange about your background, your aspirations, and our company culture. Finally, because we value transparency and respect, we commit to providing you with personalized feedback by telephone, regardless of the outcome of the process.

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