Pyronix is a world-leading manufacturer of electronic security equipment for use in residential, commercial and industrial applications in the intruder alarm market. We design a wide range of multi-award-winning wired and wireless intruder alarm solutions, utilising market-leading technologies developed exclusively by our in-house R&D team.
The Job:
To define, design, create and maintain Pyronix wireless systems and sensor products, including wireless protocols, software layers and hardware blocks. This encompasses existing legacy and next generation designs. Provide technical leadership for the wireless and sensors team. Assist HoRnD with resource planning and managing the workload, manage the team in relation to their training and development needs, KPI's, recruitment, holidays and other admin management activities.
Key Responsibilities:
Act as a Manager for the wireless and sensor team to ensure clarity on technical solution
direction, individual scope of work/task allocation and priorities.
Act as a Technical Lead by creating innovative & suitable product & technology ideas,
conduct internal brainstorming sessions to ensure the best technical solutions is being
Recommended and act as SME to the wider R&D/Engineering Team.
Design and architect scalable wireless networks, evaluate and select appropriate wireless
protocols
Define standards for sensor hardware selection, and oversee technical architecture and
assist with design making
Foster a problem solving mind-set, welcome all relevant problems with a "can do" attitude,
and provide solutions both internally to the R&D/Engineering Team, and to other external
business departments such as: QA, Technical Support, Sales, Supply Chain and Product
Management.
Implement robust security protocols and ensure all wireless deployments comply with local
and international regulations and standards.
Provide assistance as a subject matter expert during concept development and attend any
related meetings
Consider installation, customer requirements, production and manufacturing methods
during the design process
Work with the Head of R&D and the Programme Manager to drive efficient communication,
process adherence, and stakeholder engagement.
Key Skills
Essential
Minimum of HND Level education in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications,
Computer Science or a related field.3+years of experience in wireless networking, IoT infrastructure/embedded systems.
Programming Skills – does not need to be programming in the current position, but
recent experience and visible past projects would be beneficial to any application
Strong Project Management abilities, capable of managing multiple deployments
simultaneously.
Ability to explain complex technical RF concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Have an excellent work ethic and be self-motivated.
Excellent problem-solving skills with a "hands-on" approach to troubleshooting.
Microsoft Office advanced competence – Word; PowerPoint; Excel required
Excellent communication skills, ability to build relationships, ability to work as part of
a team
Desirable
Bachelor's or Master's Engineering in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications,
Computer Science or a related field.
5+ years of experience in wireless networking, IoT infrastructure or embedded
systems with relevant programming skills.
Previous experience working in Intruder Alarm Industry.
Experience in designing a proprietary radio system.
Practical experience or strong familiarity with CE compliance for wireless products,
including relevant EN standards (RED Directive, EMC, RF exposure, EN 50131 Grade
2/3).
Familiar with Product Testing, most specifically "walk testing"
Experience working in mature SME environment.
Sub GHz SRD wireless experience (Lora, Z-Wave, ZigBee, Sigfox etc)
Experience in sensor design including hardware, software, mechanics and optics.
A valid passport and ability to attain working visas in operating regions.
Full JD:
Department: R&D
Location: Rotherham, South Yorkshire
Closing Date: 08/03/2026
Contact: Kerstie Hodgkinson,