Principal Electronics & Software Product Engineer
Location: Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Principal Electronics & Software Product Engineer to join Springboard Pro Ltd, a specialist product design consultancy focused on developing innovative technologies for multinational clients across medical, fluidics, and advanced consumer markets.
Recently acquired by Sanner Manufacture in 2024, Springboard has expanded its global capability while maintaining its reputation for exceptional engineering, strong project leadership, and delivery within regulated and safety-critical markets. This role sits within a rapidly growing technical team developing complex electromechanical products from concept through to manufacture.
This position is ideal for an experienced electronics or electromechanical product development engineer looking to step into a principal-level role, lead multidisciplinary teams, and take ownership of full product architectures while contributing to business growth and client development.
Main Responsibilities of the Principal Electronics & Software Product Engineer (Cambridge):
Develop electronics and embedded software (C/C++) for diverse and technically complex new products
Lead the integration of electromechanical product designs through to manufacture and production transfer
Take technical ownership of product architecture from concept generation through to launch
Deliver technical progress to clients and, over time, lead multidisciplinary project teams
Contribute to requirements definition, specification development, schematic capture, PCB layout, hardware bring-up, debugging, and product validation
Support project planning, resourcing, and leadership activities
Build strong client relationships and support the conversion of new opportunities into commercial contracts
Requirements of the Principal Electronics & Software Product Engineer (Cambridge):
Proven industry experience designing, prototyping, and testing electronic circuits and systems, including embedded software development in C/C++
Strong practical electronics skills including soldering, PCB rework/modification, wiring, and use of common laboratory test equipment
Experience across the electronic product development lifecycle from concept through to prototype and manufacture
Ability to work effectively within cross-disciplinary teams, with strong written, verbal, and presentation skills
A First or 2:1 degree in Engineering from a leading university (UK top 10 or equivalent)
Eligibility to work in the UK (visa sponsorship not available)
Experience in project planning, leadership, or team coordination would be advantageous
Working Pattern & Benefits:
Full-time, permanent role
Competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure
Career development support including mentoring and personal training budgets
Opportunity to work on innovative, safety-critical products in regulated international markets
Exposure to multinational clients and potential travel opportunities
Ethical working environment focused on improving lives through engineering excellence
To apply for this Principal Electronics & Software Product Engineer role, please send your CV to Kishan Chandarana:
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