Lead Systems Architect - Electronics

Redline Group Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based technology company is seeking a Lead Systems Architect - Electronics in Kent. You will define and oversee system architecture for new product development, balancing technical, customer, and business requirements. The ideal candidate has over 10 years in electronic product development and strong expertise in embedded systems and electrical measurement tools. This is a permanent role offering a supportive environment focused on innovation.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in electronic product development; 3+ years in an architect/lead role.
• Proven track record in electrical measurement equipment.
• Strong knowledge of analogue/digital design and signal conditioning.

Responsibilities

• Establish and own the system architecture vision.
• Translate requirements into system-level specifications.
• Define interfaces between hardware, firmware, and software components.

Skills

System architecture vision

Electrical measurement equipment knowledge

Embedded systems expertise

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical/systems engineering

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

SysML

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Lead Systems Architect - Electronics to join an established and forward-thinking engineering team within a UK-based technology company located in Kent.

The successful Lead Systems Architect - Electronics will define, design, and oversee system architecture for new product development, ensuring seamless integration of mechanical, electrical, and software components. The role balances technical, customer, and business requirements to deliver robust, scalable, and compliant products.

Responsibilities

• Establish and own the system architecture vision.
• Translate requirements into system-level specifications.
• Define interfaces between hardware, firmware, software, and mechanical components.
• Lead trade-off studies, risk assessments, and validation planning.
• Ensure scalability, modularity, and maintainability in designs.
• Serve as the technical authority and primary point of coordination for system-level design

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical/systems engineering (Master's/PhD preferred).
• 10+ years in electronic product development; 3+ years in an architect/lead role.
• Proven track record in electrical measurement equipment (e.g., Multimeters, oscilloscopes, analysers).
• Strong knowledge of embedded systems, analogue (analog) /digital design, data acquisition, and signal conditioning.
• Experience with SysML, MATLAB/Simulink, and version-controlled design workflows

This is a permanent position for a Lead Systems Architect - Electronics based in Kent, offering a fantastic opportunity to work on meaningful and technically varied projects in a supportive and technically rich environment. If you're driven by innovation and take pride in engineering, we want to hear from you.

APPLY NOW to join a passionate engineering team committed to excellence. Send your CV to the advertised email or call the advertised contact.