Principal Electronics & Embedded Software Engineer

Redline Group Ltd; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career development

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Redline Group Ltd in Cambridge is seeking a Principal Electronics & Embedded Software Engineer to lead multidisciplinary teams and take ownership of full product architectures from concept through to manufacture. You will develop electronics and embedded software (C/C++) for complex new products, drive integration to production, and guide client engagements while mentoring junior engineers on the team.

This full-time, permanent role offers exposure to regulated, safety-critical markets,

Qualifications

• Experience designing, prototyping and testing electronic circuits and systems.
• Embedded software development in C/C++ for medical/tech products.
• Ability to work across concept to manufacture with cross-functional teams.
• Strong communication and presentation skills to engage clients.
• Eligibility to work in the UK (visa sponsorship not available).

Responsibilities

• Develop electronics and embedded software for complex new products.
• Lead integration of electromechanical designs to production.
• Own product architecture from concept to launch.
• Deliver progress updates to clients and guide project teams.
• Support requirements, schematic capture, PCB layout, and validation.
• Assist planning, resourcing, and leadership activities.
• Build client relationships and support opportunities.

Skills

Embedded C/C++

Electronic circuit design

Soldering & test equipment

Product development lifecycle

Cross-disciplinary teamwork

Education

First or 2:1 degree in Engineering (UK top 10 or equivalent)

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Principal Electronics & Embedded Software Engineer to join a team developing innovative medical and technology products, taking ideas from concept through to manufacture for some of the world's leading companies.

The business has expanded its global capability while maintaining a reputation for exceptional engineering, strong project leadership, and delivery within regulated and safety-critical markets.This role sits within a rapidly growing technical team developing complex electromechanical products from concept through to manufacture.

This position is ideal for an experienced Principal Electronics & Embedded Software Engineer looking to step into a principal-level role, lead multidisciplinary teams, and take ownership of full product architectures while contributing to business growth and client development.

Main Responsibilities of the Principal Electronics & Embedded Software Engineer (Cambridge):

• Develop electronics and embedded software(C/C++) for diverse and technically complex new products
• Lead the integration of electromechanical product designs through to manufacture and production transfer
• Take technical ownership of product architecture from concept generation through to launch
• Deliver technical progress to clients and, over time, lead multidisciplinary project teams
• Contribute to requirements definition, specification development, schematic capture, PCB layout, hardware bring-up, debugging, and product validation
• Support project planning, resourcing, and leadership activities
• Build strong client relationships and support the conversion of new opportunities into commercial contracts

Requirements of the Principal Electronics & Embedded Software Engineer(Cambridge):

• Proven industry experience designing, prototyping, and testing electronic circuits and systems, including embedded software development in C/C++
• Strong practical electronics skills including soldering, PCB rework/modification, wiring, and use of common laboratory test equipment
• Experience across the electronic product development lifecycle from concept through to prototype and manufacture
• Ability to work effectively within cross-disciplinary teams, with strong written, verbal, and presentation skills
• A First or 2:1 degree in Engineering from a leading university (UK top 10 or equivalent)
• Eligibility to work in the UK (visa sponsorship not available)
• Experience in project planning, leadership, or team coordination would be advantageous

Working Pattern & Benefits:

• Full-time, permanent role
• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure
• Career development support including mentoring and personal training budgets
• Opportunity to work on innovative, safety-critical products in regulated international markets
• Exposure to multinational clients and potential travel opportunities
• Ethical working environment focused on improving lives through engineering excellence