RF Team Lead
CV-LibraryCambridge, CambridgeshirepermanentPosted: 24 September 2026
Apply NowRF 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:
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Lead and support a team of RF Design Engineers
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Allocate resources and define project priorities
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Drive RF subsystem development across full product lifecycle
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Liaise with software, baseband, and audio teams to deliver integrated solutions
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Conduct design reviews, troubleshoot issues, and support regulatory approvals
Skills and Experience Required:
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Degree in Electronics, Telecommunications, or related field
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Strong RF design experience in Tx/Rx architectures, power amplifiers, or antenna systems
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Hands-on knowledge of simulation tools (ADS, CST, etc.) and test environments (anechoic chambers, screen rooms, etc.)
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Proven leadership/mentoring experience within an engineering team
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Strong understanding of LTE or GSM systems
Bonus:
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Experience in the critical communications industry
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Knowledge of EMC/EMI compliance and regulatory standards
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Familiarity with broadband or advanced RF technologies (MIMO, beamforming)
What you’ll get:
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£80k-90k DOE
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Hybrid work
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33 days of holiday
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Progression into senior leadership roles
Apply now
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