Lead Systems Architect - Electronics

Redline Group Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking technology company in Greater London is seeking a Lead Systems Architect to define and oversee system architecture for new product development. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree in electrical or systems engineering and extensive experience in electronic product development. This permanent position offers a fantastic opportunity to work on meaningful projects in a supportive and technically rich environment.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in electronic product development.
• A few years in an architect / lead role.
• Vast experience in electrical measurement equipment.

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.

Skills

Electrical measurement equipment

Embedded systems

Analogue / digital design

Data acquisition

Signal conditioning

SysML

MATLAB / Simulink

Version-controlled design workflows

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical / systems engineering

Master's / PhD in relevant field

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Lead Systems Architect

All potential candidates should read through the following details of this job with care before making an application.

• 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, Kent 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.

Key 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.

Technical Skills / Qualifications

Serve as the technical authority and primary point of coordination for system-level design.

Technical Skills / Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in electrical / systems engineering (Master's / PhD preferred).

Vast experience in electronic product development; a few years in an architect / lead role.

Proven track record in electrical measurement equipment (e.g., Multimeters, oscilloscopes, analysers).

Strong knowledge of embedded systems, analogue / 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 or call Ben on 01582 878816 / 07471 181784.