Head of Research And Development in Derbyshire

Job description

Head of R&D

Hybrid

Healthcare | NHS | Life Sciences | IoT | Embedded Tech

We are looking for a Head of R&D who will act as a Product Owner for a specific industry leading product in monitoring systems serving the Healthcare and life sciences sectors.

You will lead the next generation of their hardware and software innovations covering Embedded Systems, Smart Home and LORA technology.

This dual-role is ideal for someone who thrives on technical leadership and strategic product ownership. You’ll lead a cross-functional R&D team (hardware, firmware, software), define the product roadmap, and ensure our solutions are customer-focused, compliant, and future-ready (including AI).

What You’ll Bring:

✅ Proven R&D leadership (hardware/software/firmware)

✅ Hands-on product ownership experience

✅ Agile development know-how

✅ Knowledge of regulated environments (e.g. MHRA, UKAS, ISO)

✅ Experience in healthcare, life sciences, IoT, or embedded systems

What They Are Offering:

Salary + Bonus

25+ days holiday + birthday leave + long service extras

Flexible benefits: private medical, EV scheme, cycle to work, share plan & more

5% employer pension contribution

Supportive, collaborative team and senior leadership exposure

Want to be part of a growing business where your work directly improves outcomes in healthcare and life sciences? Get in contact to discuss this further.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Derbyshire

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

03-07-2025

Profession type

Scientific Services

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English