Overview
This is an exciting and new opportunity to join a start-up involved with the research, development and design of optics / photonic technologies. Their technologies radically improve network speed and energy efficiency.
Role: Technical Project Manager / Engineering Leader, reporting to the Principal Recruiter / Founder at Marcus Webb Associates. Location: Paignton, Devon with at least 3 days onsite per week; some travel may be required. Relocation assistance and working visas may be possible for the right candidate.
Salary: Up to £75k + share options + benefits. This range is provided by Marcus Webb Associates Limited; actual pay will be based on skills and experience — speak with your recruiter to learn more.
Responsibilities
* Lead electronics product development in relevant technologies and oversee outsourced hardware design and integration activities (including development of custom ASICs and high-performance network interface cards).
* Act as the main liaison between internal and external hardware development teams; manage suppliers in the UK and USA; ensure designs meet evolving requirements and product specifications.
* Provide strong technical direction, supplier management, and program/risk oversight in a dynamic, collaborative environment.
Qualifications / Skills
* A degree or master in electronics engineering or a related subject.
* Extensive experience delivering complex electronics products from concept to production (optical transceivers, photonics, network/data centre electronics, telecoms, storage/HPC, or related).
* Strong electronics product development knowledge (ideally FPGA/ASIC related) and proven technical leadership and project management capabilities.
* Knowledge of high-speed networks, high-speed serial interfaces, DAC/ADC peripherals (QPSI, DSPI, SPI); familiarity with Xilinx FPGA design, ASIC design, and high-speed RF design (>60 GHz) is desirable.
* Experience with fast-paced, start-up environments and the ability to work across suppliers and locations.
Location and Schedule
The role is based at the Paignton, Devon offices with at least 3 days onsite per week. Some travel between offices to supplier locations may be required.
Seniority / Employment Type
* Mid-Senior level
* Full-time
Industries / Job Function
* Industries: Computers and Electronics Manufacturing, Computer Hardware Manufacturing, and Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
* Job Function: Design, Research, and Engineering
Other notes: Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Marcus Webb Associates Limited. The job posting includes multiple related roles and locations (e.g., Exeter, Devon, Preston) and may reference related opportunities.
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