FPGA Developer

We're looking for FPGA Developers at various career stages to join one of Norway’s largest FPGA communities. Whether you're an experienced developer or growing into a senior role, you'll be working on cutting-edge live production technology alongside a strong, cross-functional team.

At Appear, you’ll be part of a collaborative development environment with over 100 engineers across hardware, software, and FPGA. We work closely together to solve challenges, share knowledge, and push the boundaries of media and broadcasting technology.

If you're passionate about VHDL and enjoy designing coherent, high-performance code, we want to hear from you, especially if you’re excited about video, audio, or networking. Our technology powers tier-1 customers globally, and your work will make a direct impact on what they deliver.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop industry-leading FPGA-based systems for low-latency, high-bandwidth media transfer

• Collaborate with hardware, software, and QA teams to ensure seamless integration

• Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to specifications

• Debug and troubleshoot complex hardware/software interactions

• Develop and execute verification and test procedures to ensure quality and performance

• Stay up to date with industry trends and emerging technology

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in electronics, cybernetics, or a related field

• Experience with VHDL programming and FPGA design

• Understand electronics and enjoy working close to the hardware

• Being curious, structured, and thrive in a collaborative setting

• Experience with Agile principles is a plus

Life at Appear
From day one, you’ll be onboarded with the support of a dedicated mentor and included in ongoing product development. By your first month, your contributions will be part of a product release. By the end of your first year, you’ll have helped shape solutions delivered to some of the world’s largest TV operators.

Why Appear?

• Be part of a growing global company, experiencing cross-cultural collaboration in a diverse and dynamic work environment. We have over 30 different nationalities at our office today!

• Attractively located office at Lysaker with newly refurbished facilities

• Access our on-site gym and enjoy three subsidized canteens offering a variety of delicious options, plus free snacks and fruits.

• Free parking, including complimentary electric car charging and bike storage

• Hybrid working policy & flexible work hours to accommodate your work-life balance.

• Travel and medical insurance coverage

• Full salary during parental leave

• Defined contribution pension plan

• Enjoy a vibrant social culture including regular team-building activities, company events, sponsored communities, and informal after-works.

• Five weeks of annual vacation

We're recruiting continuously and the advert may close earlier if the position is filled.

Headquartered in Oslo, Norway, Appear is a leader in live production technology, specialising in high-capacity, sustainable solutions for media processing and content delivery. Our portfolio is designed to support the most complex scenarios of live event contribution, adapting seamlessly to the ever-evolving dynamics of the media, entertainment, and sports industries.

Our extensive client base, including world-leading content creators like NBCUniversal, Warner Bros. Discovery, Formula 1, NHL, and Riot Games, rely on our solutions to deliver the highest profile live media with utmost integrity and efficiency. This trust underscores our position at the pinnacle of live production technology, where our commitment to excellence and innovation meets the critical demands of the most prestigious live events worldwide.

Founded in 2004, Appear has established itself as a leader in the industry. Thanks to our world-renowned team of experts and their relentless emphasis on modularity and functional versatility, we are at the forefront of innovation in live production technology.

We actively participate with key industry bodies and technology partners to drive the advancement of standardisation and foster continuous innovation. Our excellence is internationally recognised through numerous accolades, including the prestigious NAB Excellence in Sustainability Award and TVBEurope’s Best in Market, celebrating our achievements in sustainability and technological leadership.