Hardware Engineer | Mission Critical Systems | Cambridge
A fast-growing technology company working at the forefront of RF and spectrum monitoring is looking for a Senior Hardware Engineer to join its core R&D team. You’ll take ownership of high-speed digital hardware, embedded systems, and FPGA-based designs — helping shape advanced solutions used in national security, electronic warfare, and spectrum intelligence.
If you're looking for meaningful, technically challenging work with real-world deployment, this role offers both impact and autonomy.
What You’ll Do
Design, prototype, and verify advanced electronic circuits and systems
Own schematic capture and PCB layout for digital, analog, and mixed-signal boards
Develop embedded systems using FPGAs (VHDL/Verilog), microcontrollers, and SOCs
Support full product lifecycle — from lab integration to production and field deployment
Collaborate across RF, firmware, software, and mechanical teams
Maintain design documentation and test tools using GitLab for version controlWhat You’ll Bring
Strong experience in schematic design and PCB layout
Hands-on expertise in embedded C/Assembler for hardware interfacing
Familiarity with PCIe, SPI, I2C, Ethernet, and other high-speed protocols
Background in Linux-based embedded systems
Confident using oscilloscopes, logic analysers, and performing board-level debugging
Precise, self-starting mindset with strong ownership and follow-throughBonus Points For Any
Knowledge of RF testing (VNA, spectrum analysers, power meters)
Experience with Software Defined Radio and DSP principles
Understanding of RF and radio system architecture
Comfort with mechanical and RF prototypingWhat’s on Offer
Solve mission-critical challenges in RF spectrum intelligence and security
Work on complete product cycles — from concept to deployment
Hybrid working, flexible hours, and a flat team structure
Personal impact, learning opportunities, and technical ownershipIf you're ready to go beyond generic hardware work and build systems that matter, apply now
