Senior Systems Engineer - Life - Critical Systems

Guided Solutions

Croydon

Hybrid

GBP 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working: 3 days on-site, 2 days remote

Modern, purpose-built offices

Visa sponsorship for UK

Competitive salary

Job summary

A medical technology challenger brand in Croydon is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer. You will lead safety-critical systems development, manage risk, and collaborate with quality assurance teams to ensure compliance. The role requires a degree in engineering and experience in regulated sectors. Benefits include hybrid working, modern offices, and competitive pay with clear career progression.

Qualifications

Experience within regulated, safety-critical industries.
Preferably has a software engineering or electronics background.
Experience in mid-size companies.
Experience in mid‑size companies and cross‑disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

Own system requirements and architecture for safety-critical systems.
Drive risk management activities and ensure compliance with standards.
Collaborate with Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs.
Lead design reviews, verification, validation, and continuous improvements.
Shape roadmaps including GUI, cloud connectivity, and cybersecurity.

Skills

Systems engineering experience with complex systems

Strong background in requirements management

Risk analysis

System architecture

Ability to work across multiple domains

Education

Degree in engineering or related discipline

Job description

Senior Systems Engineer – Life – Critical Systems

Shape the future of safety‑critical technology. Join a fast‑growing medical technology challenger brand driving innovation in medical technology and beyond. This is your opportunity to work on systems that truly matter—life‑supporting and life‑critical solutions—while building a career that can progress to Principal level and beyond.

As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will be at the heart of next‑generation product development and sustaining engineering. You will lead risk management and systems architecture across multidisciplinary teams (software, electronics, and mechanical) ensuring compliance with the highest safety standards. Your expertise will influence strategic decisions and technology roadmaps for future products.

Responsibilities

Own system requirements and architecture for complex, safety‑critical systems
Drive risk management activities (FMEA, hazard analysis) and ensure compliance with all relevant standards
Collaborate with V&V, Quality Assurance, and Regulatory Affairs to deliver robust, compliant solutions
Lead design reviews, verification and validation, and continuous improvement initiatives
Shape technology roadmaps and contribute to next‑generation product innovation, including GUI interfaces, cloud connectivity, and cybersecurity for sensitive data

Requirements

Systems engineering experience with complex systems or devices
Preferably software engineering background (or electronics)
Degree in engineering or related discipline.
Proven experience in systems engineering within regulated, safety‑critical industries: medical devices, defence, nuclear, or aerospace.
Strong background in requirements management, risk analysis, and system architecture
Ability to work across multiple domains and disciplines.
Experience working in mid‑size company

Benefits