RF Team Lead

3 days ago


Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Platform Recruitment Full time £8,400 - £10,440 per year

RF Team Lead | £70-87k | Cambridge | Hybrid

My client is a discreetly influential technology company whose communication systems are relied upon across global industries, from public safety to utilities.

They are now seeking an
RF Team Lead
to guide their R&D tea while remaining hands-on with cutting-edge RF design. You'll drive technical excellence, mentor engineers, and play a vital role in next-gen product development.

Main duties:

  • Lead and support a team of RF Design Engineers
  • Allocate resources and define project priorities
  • Drive RF subsystem development across full product lifecycle
  • Liaise with software, baseband, and audio teams to deliver integrated solutions
  • Conduct design reviews, troubleshoot issues, and support regulatory approvals

Skills and Experience Required:

  • Degree in Electronics, Telecommunications, or related field
  • Strong RF design experience in Tx/Rx architectures, power amplifiers, or antenna systems
  • Hands-on knowledge of simulation tools (ADS, CST, etc.) and test environments (anechoic chambers, screen rooms, etc.)
  • Proven leadership/mentoring experience within an engineering team
  • Strong understanding of LTE or GSM systems

Bonus:

  • Experience in the critical communications industry
  • Knowledge of EMC/EMI compliance and regulatory standards
  • Familiarity with broadband or advanced RF technologies (MIMO, beamforming)

What you'll get:

  • £70-87k DOE
  • Hybrid work
  • 33 days of holiday
  • Progression into senior leadership roles

Apply now

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