We are developing a connected version of an established hair‑care product, and this role will lead the definition and delivery of the full connected experience across device, firmware, and mobile app.
As the technical product lead (TPL), you will set the technical direction, define the system architecture, and ensure that the connected features deliver meaningful value to consumers.
You will work closely with embedded engineers, mobile developers, UX designers, and product stakeholders to translate user needs into a coherent, high‑quality connected experience.
Operating in a fast‑moving, high‑uncertainty environment, you will guide the team through iterative development, resolve technical trade‑offs, and maintain alignment across disciplines. This role combines hands‑on technical leadership with product‑level decision‑making to bring an innovative connected product from concept to launch.
This position is a 12-month fixed term contract.
LOCATION
This role will be based in our R&D Facility in Cambridge.
JOB ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Own the end-to-end connected product experience across device, firmware, mobile app, and user journey
- Define the feature set and interaction model enabled by Bluetooth connectivity
- Translate user needs into clear, actionable technical requirements
- Drive usability, reliability, and real‑world performance across the connected ecosystem
- Guide cross‑functional delivery from concept through launch
- Coach and mentor engineering team members on ways of working, communication, and agile practices
- Champion consumer‑centric design, ensuring technical decisions support the intended user experience
- Break down technical complexity into iterative builds that validate assumptions and reduce risk
REQUIREMENTS
- Strong understanding of embedded systems and mobile application development
- Ability to operate across engineering, product, UX, and commercial teams
- Experience defining product features, not just implementing them
- Demonstrated leadership in multidisciplinary technical teams
- Experience in personal care / beauty tech
- Familiarity with BLE ecosystems and constraints
- Background in both start‑up and scaled environments
Key Skills
- System architecture thinking (device app split)
- Product judgement (what’s worth building)
- UX awareness (especially onboarding/pairing flows)
- Cross‑functional leadership (this is the core skill)
- Ability to challenge engineers without micromanaging
