RF Team Lead in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

Posted by Platform Recruitment

RF Team Lead | £80-90k (Dependant on experience) | 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 team 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:

  • £80k-90k DOE

  • Hybrid work

  • 33 days of holiday

  • Progression into senior leadership roles

Apply now!

Apply Now →

Application opens at the source listing. Free for jobseekers.