Senior Connectivity Researcher

Jobtailor

Theale

On-site

GBP 75,000 - 110,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Jobtailor seeks an experienced researcher to independently lead delivery focused research in software defined connectivity, performing technology validation and testing in the lab and in real-world settings.

You will drive PoC development for WiFi 7, 6G, network APIs, and cloud integration, translate outcomes into production architectures, and collaborate with global teams to move from experimentation to mass production.

Qualifications

Degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. Computer Science, Networking, Mathematics, or equivalent)
Proven experience leading or managing large projects and collaborating with research partners
Experience working with connectivity technology or network platforms across public and private environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex systems to varied audiences
Self-directed, proactive, and effective in both independent and collaborative settings
Practical experience with cloud platforms, API integration, and platform operations, ideally using AWS
Hold a valid UK driving license

Responsibilities

Lead delivery focused research in software defined connectivity from validation to testing in lab and real-world settings
Conduct sensing and PoC development targeting WiFi 7, 6G, network APIs, and cloud integration
Translate research outcomes into production relevant architectures and proofs of concepts
Drive technology maturation and transfer to global product and engineering teams
Operate a cloud based PoC sandbox for evaluating new digital services and integration
Monitor connectivity tech, standards, and market developments to shape use cases
Advise on software defined connectivity and guide delivery decisions and direction
Collaborate across Honda teams and internal partners to integrate connectivity tech
Manage work packages spanning research, PoCs, and production transfer
Communicate complex concepts to senior stakeholders in the UK and Japan
Propose new research activities and PoCs to leadership based on evidence
Coordinate with internal and external research partners for PR, publications and standardization
Travel internationally to engage with conferences, suppliers, workshops, and collaborators

Skills

Project Management

Technical Communication

Software Defined Connectivity

Self-Directed

Proactive

Collaborative

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Networking / Mathematics

Tools

AWS

Cloud-Based Sandbox

API Integration

Job description

Independently lead delivery focused research in software defined connectivity from technology validation and testing in the lab and in real world settings
Conduct sensing and PoC development targeting emerging technologies such as Wi Fi 7, 6G, network APIs, and cloud based integration of connectivity services
Translate research outcomes into production relevant architectures documents and proof of concepts, demonstrating both technical feasibility and business value
Drive technology maturation and transfer to global product and engineering teams, supporting progression from experimental validation to mass production readiness
Own and manage operations of a cloud based proof of concept sandbox environment used to evaluate new digital services and software–hardware integration across Honda assets (e.g. vehicles, electric chargers)
Actively monitor connectivity technologies, standards, and market developments to shape product relevant use cases and inform research prioritisation
Serve as a technical authority and advocate for software defined connectivity, guiding delivery decisions, development approaches, and project direction
Collaborate within DTL and across interdisciplinary Honda teams to integrate connectivity technologies into broader research and product initiatives
Manage work packages spanning connectivity research, PoCs, and production transfer
Communicate complex technical concepts and outcomes clearly to technical and non technical senior stakeholders in UK and Japan
Propose new research activities and PoCs to technical leadership through a bottom up, evidence based approach
Coordinate with internal and external research partners, including support for PR events, publications and influencing standards formation related activities
Travel internationally to engage with conferences, suppliers, workshops, and collaborators as required

Requirements

Degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. Computer Science, Networking, Mathematics, or equivalent)
Proven experience leading or managing large projects and collaborating with research partners
Experience working with connectivity technology or network platforms across public and private environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex systems to varied audiences
Self‑directed, proactive, and effective in both independent and collaborative settings
Practical experience with cloud platforms, API integration, and platform operations, ideally using AWS
Hold a valid UK driving license

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in software defined connectivity, cloud platforms, and API integration, with a strong ability to translate research into production-ready architectures. Proven leadership in managing large projects and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to drive technology maturation and product integration.

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