Engineering Director – Medical Technology

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Engineering Director to lead a multidisciplinary engineering function within a fast‑growing medical technology company in Cambridge. Reporting to the Founder, you will shape technical strategy, drive product delivery and foster a culture of innovation across embedded software, electronics, mechanical and systems engineering.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and develop teams in Embedded Software, Electronics, Mechanical, Systems and Test Engineering.
• Define and execute an engineering strategy aligned with business goals and product roadmap.
• Provide technical leadership across multiple concurrent development programmes from concept to manufacture.
• Ensure robust development processes, quality standards and best practices are applied.
• Collaborate with Product Management, Manufacturing, Regulatory and Commercial teams to guarantee successful product launches.
• Manage engineering budgets, resource planning and recruitment.
• Mentor engineering managers and create clear succession and career development plans.
• Represent the engineering function in customer engagements and with key stakeholders.

Required profile

• Degree in Engineering, Electronics, Software Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Significant experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams in a technology or product development environment.
• Proven track record delivering complex electronic, embedded software or electromechanical products from concept to production.
• Strong understanding of engineering lifecycle management, project delivery and product development methodologies.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence at executive level.
• Commercial awareness and ability to balance technical excellence, cost, quality and delivery objectives.

Required skills

• C++
• Python

What we offer

• Competitive salary £120,000–£140,000 per year.
• Hybrid working model (3‑4 days onsite).
• Opportunity to lead cutting‑edge medical technology projects.
• Supportive environment with strong focus on professional development.