RF Systems Lead

Intellectual Capital Resources Ltd; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Visa sponsorship

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Intellectual Capital Resources Ltd. is seeking an ambitious RF Systems Lead to act as the technical authority across diverse projects.

You will shape technical direction, collaborate with internal teams and engage with senior client stakeholders to deliver high-performance RF solutions. The role emphasizes hands-on problem-solving and deep RF expertise, with opportunities to influence across multidisciplinary teams in a hybrid working model.

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in RF systems and ability to act as go-to authority.
• Multidisciplinary knowledge in RF, DSP, and communications is a plus.
• Hands-on problem-solving mindset with cutting-edge tech passion.

Responsibilities

• Act as the technical authority for RF systems across projects.
• Provide RF design, system architecture, and integration expertise with 3GPP knowledge.
• Influence internal stakeholders and secure buy-in for technical directions.
• Contribute to business development through technical leadership.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including DSP and wireless technologies.
• Engage with clients, presenting and delivering high-impact RF solutions.

Skills

RF systems

RF design

System architecture

3GPP standards

Business development

Job description

A leading technology consultancy is looking for an RF Systems Lead to take on a high-impact, senior technical director or associate director level role. As a recognised authority in RF systems, this is an opportunity to shape projects, influence technical direction, and work alongside world-class engineers.

About the Role

This position is ideal for an expert in RF systems who thrives in a multidisciplinary environment. As an RF Systems Lead, you will be responsible for driving technical excellence across client projects, ensuring innovative and high-performance RF solutions. This is not a line management role—your focus will be purely on solving complex technical challenges, collaborating with internal teams, and engaging with clients at a senior level.

Key responsibilities

• Act as the technical authority for RF systems across diverse projects
• Provide expertise in RF design, system architecture, and integration, with a strong understanding of 3GPP standards
• Influence internal stakeholders and gain buy‑in for technical decisions
• Contribute to business development through technical leadership
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including DSP, communications, and wireless technologies
• Engage with clients, presenting and delivering high‑impact RF solutions aligned with industry standards

What they're looking for

• Deep expertise in RF systems—someone who can confidently operate as a go‑to authority
• Strong multi-disciplinary knowledge (RF, DSP, communications) is a plus
• A hands‑on, problem‑solving mindset with a passion for cutting‑edge technology
• The ability to engage both internally and externally to drive projects forward
• A minimum of 15-20 years of relevant experience (flexible for exceptional candidates)

Salary & benefits

• If considered at Director Level: Up to £140k base + 33% bonus
• If considered at Associate Director Level: Up to £110k base + 20% bonus
• Relocation package available (covering 25% of first‑year earnings for those moving within range)
• Visa sponsorship available if required
• Hybrid working: 3 days onsite preferred

If you’re an RF Systems Lead looking for your next challenge, this is an opportunity to step into a key role at one of the most respected consultancies in the industry.