At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team of engineers to develop innovative hardware products and ensure they meet customer needs.
- Company: Dynamic tech company focused on cutting-edge embedded systems.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, 25 days holiday, Udemy learning access, and health care benefits.
- Other info: Opportunities for professional growth and a supportive work-life balance.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by leading projects from concept to production in a collaborative environment.
- Qualifications: Strong background in embedded systems and experience leading engineering teams.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
We’re hiring a Lead Embedded Systems Engineer to lead a multidisciplinary team of hardware and embedded software engineers delivering a portfolio of hardware products. Acting as the voice of the customer, you’ll work closely with internal stakeholders, external clients, and development teams to ensure our products meet customer needs and align with wider business strategy.
What you will do:
- Lead and develop a team of hardware and embedded engineers
- Own technical direction across multiple hardware products
- Drive architecture, design quality, and engineering standards
- Collaborate with product and manufacturing teams to deliver reliably
- Manage delivery, risk, and trade-offs across concurrent initiatives
- Support prototyping, production, and issue resolution
What you’ll bring:
- Strong background in embedded systems (C/C++)
- Experience with embedded Linux, RTOS or bare-metal development
- Strong background in hardware design
- Proven experience leading or mentoring engineering teams
- Track record delivering products from concept to production
- Strong stakeholder communication and decision-making skills
- Experience in regulated environments
- Experience with common hardware interfaces and communication protocols such as UART, RS485, RS422, I2C, SPI, and Ethernet, as well as embedded debugging and diagnostic tools
- Experience with embedded testing, CI, and automation
Benefits:
- Flexible working hours to support work-life balance
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Udemy Licence for learning and development
- Bupa Medical Health care
- Life assurance (3x basic salary)
- Enhanced Parental Leave
- 2 volunteering days per year
- Tusker Car Scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
Lead Systems Engineer employer: Tracsis
Tracsis is an exceptional employer that champions innovation and teamwork in the transport technology sector. With flexible working hours, a comprehensive benefits package, and a commitment to fostering a diverse workforce, employees are empowered to grow and thrive in their careers. The collaborative work culture and focus on professional development make Tracsis a rewarding place for those looking to make a meaningful impact in their field.
