Embedded Systems Team Lead

IntaPeople Limited; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions company in the UK is looking for an Embedded Engineer/Team Lead to oversee the design and development of embedded systems. The role involves leading a team, managing projects, and ensuring high-quality outputs. Candidates should have significant experience in embedded systems and a background in team management, with a focus on delivering reliable solutions. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers looking to move into management or vice versa.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in the industry or 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience managing and mentoring engineering teams.
• Solid background in embedded systems design.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of embedded systems from concept to production.
• Manage team tasks and mentor engineers.
• Oversee project planning and resource allocation.

Skills

Embedded systems design

Firmware development

Project management

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related field

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Embedded Engineer/Team Lead to oversee the design, development, and validation of embedded hardware, firmware, and software solutions across a range of high-tech products. This is a hands‑on leadership role, providing direction and guidance to a team of engineers and technicians while managing multiple concurrent development projects.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that projects meet technical, schedule, and cost objectives, while also mentoring team members, fostering continuous improvement, and maintaining high‑quality engineering practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development of embedded systems, software, and firmware from concept through to production‑ready solutions.
• Assign and manage team tasks, providing support, guidance, and mentoring to engineers and technicians.
• Oversee project planning, scheduling, and resource allocation to ensure deadlines and quality standards are met.
• Conduct design reviews, evaluate proposals, and help resolve complex technical issues.
• Develop and maintain documentation including system specifications, schematics, BOMs, test plans, and evaluation reports.
• Support continuous improvement by introducing better workflows, tools, and development practices.
• Coordinate with suppliers, internal teams, and stakeholders to facilitate prototyping, testing, and production processes.
• Monitor team performance, conduct appraisals, and manage training plans.
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards, quality policies, and best practices for embedded systems development.
• Prepare reports and updates for management and project stakeholders.

Required Experience & Skills

• Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field, with at least 5 years of industry experience, or 10+ years of relevant professional experience.
• Experience managing and mentoring engineering teams.
• Solid background in embedded systems design, firmware development, and electronic hardware evaluation.
• Strong project management experience with the ability to coordinate multiple parallel tasks.
• High attention to detail and commitment to delivering robust, reliable solutions.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Experience with model‑based design, embedded software verification, and validation.
• Proficiency with version control, agile project management tools, and software/hardware simulation platforms.
• Hands‑on knowledge of microcontroller‑based systems and associated industrial processes.
• Familiarity with creating technical documentation such as UML/SysML diagrams, datasheets, and test reports.
• Experience with testing and debugging electronic circuits and firmware.
• Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Financial awareness, including resource planning and budget management.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Engineer to step into a managerial role, or an experienced manager looking to move back into a hands‑on role. If it sounds like an ideal opportunity, please apply for immediate consideration.