Technical Lead Hardware

IC Resources; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech recruitment firm is seeking a Technical Lead in the UK to drive hardware design and integration for advanced systems. The ideal candidate will bring over 10 years of experience in hardware integration, strong RF fundamentals, and a background in electronics or physics. This full-time role involves overseeing outsourced design activities, collaborating across teams, and ensuring successful hardware validation and delivery.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in hardware integration, preferably in RF, photonics, or optical systems.
• Strong understanding of high-speed ADC and DAC specifications for hardware control.
• Proven ability to produce high-quality technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of custom integrated circuits for photonics modules.
• Provide technical leadership to outsourced design partners.
• Define hardware specifications and manage design reviews.
• Develop test plans for hardware validation and system integration.
• Manage supplier relationships and support production readiness.

Skills

Hardware integration

RF fundamentals

Signal processing

Control loop design

Communication skills

Collaboration in multidisciplinary teams

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics Engineering, Physics, or a related field

Job description

My client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Technical Lead to drive the design and integration of advanced hardware systems, including custom ASICs and high-performance network interface cards. This role involves overseeing outsourced hardware design activities, ensuring the seamless integration of complex systems into cutting-edge photonics-based equipment platforms. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise, supplier management capabilities, and a proven ability to manage risks and programs in a collaborative and dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of highly complex custom integrated circuits (ICs) for advanced photonics modules targeting data centre applications
• Provide technical leadership and oversight to outsourced design partners, ensuring alignment with system-level requirements and delivery timelines
• Define and finalise hardware specifications; manage and participate in design reviews; approve technical deliverables
• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans for hardware validation, verification, and system integration
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware issues at both board and system levels
• Manage supplier relationships and support hardware bring-up and production readiness
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including electrical, RF, mechanical, and software engineers, to ensure seamless system integration
• Maintain detailed documentation of application requirements, test procedures, and design changes
• Drive risk management, change control, and issue resolution throughout the hardware development lifecycle

Qualifications

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in hardware integration, preferably within RF, photonics, or optical systems
• Strong understanding of RF fundamentals, signal processing, and control loop design
• In-depth knowledge of high-speed ADC and DAC specifications for hardware control
• Proven ability to produce high-quality technical documentation
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams
• Demonstrated ability to articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics Engineering, Physics, or a related field

This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned professional to contribute to the development of innovative hardware solutions in a fast-paced and technologically advanced environment. If you are passionate about high-speed hardware integration and thrive in a collaborative setting, we encourage you to apply.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Staffing and Recruiting