Head of Engineering Operations in Cambridge

At Raspberry Pi, we are proud to foster an environment where those who work with us can do what they love and do it well. By joining Raspberry Pi, you’ll be adding to a lean and passionate team dedicated to democratising technology and providing affordable access to computing tools to people across the globe. We are seeking an experienced Head of Engineering Operations to lead critical operational functions across programme management, quality assurance, IT infrastructure, and cyber security. This strategic leadership role will drive operational excellence, ensure robust governance, and enable our engineering teams to deliver high-quality outcomes efficiently and effectively.

Founded as a charity in 2008 and selling its first computer in 2012, Raspberry Pi today comprises two separate organisations operating in two locations: Here at Raspberry Pi Ltd, we build best-selling computers, microcontrollers, and supporting software for industrial and embedded customers, as well as home users worldwide. The Raspberry Pi Foundation is a charitable enterprise dedicated to enabling all young people to realise their full potential through computing.

Key Responsibilities

• Engineering Operational Strategy: Align programme delivery, quality standards, IT infrastructure, and security practices with broader business objectives.
• Programme and Portfolio Management: Ensure effective planning, resource allocation, and delivery of major initiatives, including establishing appropriate governance structures and providing executive visibility into programme health, risks, and outcomes.
• Quality Management: Define and maintain quality standards across engineering delivery, including test strategies, quality monitoring and root-cause analysis.
• IT Infrastructure and Operations: Deploy and maintain company-wide IT systems and infrastructure, ensuring reliable, scalable, and efficient technology platforms including tooling, EDA and SW licensing.
• Cyber Security Management: Establish and maintain company-wide security posture, implementing security controls, compliance frameworks, and risk management practices (including vulnerability assessments).

Ideal Candidate

You bring extensive experience in engineering operations leadership, with a demonstrated track record of managing complex, interconnected operational disciplines. You have deep expertise in programme management methodologies and have successfully delivered large-scale engineering programmes. Your background includes significant exposure to quality management systems, IT infrastructure, and cyber security practices within technology-focused environments. You are a strategic thinker who can balance multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail and getting things done. You excel at building cross-functional relationships and can influence stakeholders at all levels. You are hands-on, have strong analytical capabilities, and are comfortable making data-driven decisions. Most importantly, you can translate complex operational challenges into clear strategies and actionable plans.

Benefits

• Employer pension contributions of 8% when the employee contributes 4% of their gross salary into the company salary sacrifice pension scheme.
• Life assurance of 4× base salary.
• Income protection of 75% of base salary in the event of critical illness, commencing after 13 weeks of long-term illness or absence from work.
• Private medical insurance (medical history disregarded).
• Access to our electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, subject to eligibility.

Equal opportunities

Raspberry Pi is committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, neurodiversity, disability, or parental or caring responsibilities. We also offer flexible working hours. During the application process, all applicants have the opportunity to tell us about any adjustments or support they require to be able to perform at their best. Any information you share with us during the application process is treated in confidence. We are committed to building an inclusive culture here at Raspberry Pi, where our people can thrive regardless of their background or circumstance.