Head of Hardware Development

Overview

In this role you lead a growing hardware-focused team delivering high-speed electronics and FPGA-based developments. You will bridge development and end users, shaping robust design and testing practices to prevent costly errors. The position sits within a values-driven firm that invests in employees and supports social causes, with Cambridge offices and flexible remote options. You’ll drive cross-functional collaboration and long-term contribution to the company’s global expansion and success.

Pay / Benefits

• remote work up to two days per week
• modern Cambridge offices
• emphasis on employee development
• opportunity to contribute to good causes

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage teams delivering high-speed mission-critical electronics
• Oversee project execution and people development with a pragmatic, collaborative approach
• Foster clear communication between development teams and end users
• Promote good design and thorough testing to minimize design/production errors
• Support organizational growth and cross-functional alignment amid global expansion

Key requirements

• Proven track record building and leading teams in high-speed, mission-critical electronics
• Solid academic background with strong knowledge of high-speed electronics design and FPGA development
• Full UK work permission
• Collaborative, low-ego, cooperative work style with strong interpersonal skills
• Experience in the semiconductor devices industry is a bonus

• collaboration
• pragmatism
• strong organisational skills
• High speed electronics design
• FPGA development
• Project management

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