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Lead Hardware Integration Engineer

Babbacombe
2 weeks ago
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Based in a fantastic modern facility in Torbay, a developer of advanced photonics is now looking for an experienced Lead Hardware Engineer to oversee outsourced hardware design and integration activities, including the development of custom ASICs and high-performance network interface cards.

You will lead the definition, specification closure, design reviews, and verification of complex hardware systems, ensuring seamless integration into advanced photonics-based equipment platforms.

This role demands strong technical direction, supplier management, and program/risk oversight in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

Now is an exciting time to join this rapidly growing technology company, at the forefront of networking technologies, who provides the opportunity to work in a state of the art facility near the South Devon coast.

Experience:

We are looking for at least 10 years of experience in hardware integration, preferably within RF, photonics, or optical systems.

You should have a strong understanding of RF fundamentals, signal processing, and control loop design, coupled with a deep knowledge of high-speed ADC and DAC specifications for hardware control.

Through previous projects you should have proven ability to produce high-quality technical documentation.

Qualifications:

This role would suit a Bachelors or Masters Degree in Electronics Engineering, Physics, or a related field.

Additional Information:

Candidates MUST be eligible to work and live in the UK. Copies of Visa and Passport will be requested.

Salary / Benefits:

In addition to a Competitive Salary, my client offers a range of Benefits including Flexible Working, Stock Options, 25 days holiday, and relocation assistance.

Skills:.

Hardware, ASIC, Network Interface, Networking Cards, IC, Integrated Circuits, Photonics.

To Apply Direct: Please send CV to Iona Mulligan

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