RF Lead Engineer

Job description

RF Lead Engineer
Cambridge, UK (onsite) | Full-Time | Permanent | Up to £100,000

I am currently recruiting for a Cambridge-based engineering business developing advanced RF modules and IC products. Their aim is to solve their customers’ toughest challenges and enable them to stay ahead by pushing the boundaries of RF design.

We are currently seeking a RF Lead Engineer who will lead the detailed RF design, development, and delivery of RF subsystems within a defined system architecture. This role is hands-on and delivery-focused, combining deep RF technical expertise with team leadership, mentoring, and cross-functional collaboration. You will be responsible for ensuring RF designs meet performance, quality, and schedule requirements, working closely with the System Architect and other engineering disciplines.

What We're Looking For:

• Degree (or equivalent experience) in RF Engineering, Electronics, Physics, or a related field
• Strong hands-on experience in RF design across relevant frequency ranges
• Proven experience leading RF technical delivery on complex projects

• Previous experience designing, simulating, and validating RF circuits and subsystems (e.g. LNAs, PAs, filters, Duplexers)

• Solid understanding of RF theory, measurements, and practical implementation
• Experience using RF simulation and design tools (e.g. ADS, AWR, CST, HFSS)
• Proficient with RF test equipment (VNAs, spectrum analysers, signal generators, power meters, etc.)

You’ll be working out of their Cambridge office, the role is mostly onsite (potential for some WFH flexibility). You can expect a salary of £80,000 to £100,000 plus benefits.

If this role is of interest and you would like to learn more, please get in touch. You can reach me via:

• Email: sabrina@socode.co.uk
• LinkedIn: Sabrina Velosa | LinkedIn

Please reach out with your most recent CV if you have this on hand.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Cambridge

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

22-04-2026

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